Whitby’s urban forest includes all of the trees on both public and private land across Town. A study for this project estimates there are between 1.3 and 1.9 million trees in Whitby, covering about 25% of the Town. Our urban forest provides oxygen, shade, cooling, stormwater management, carbon storage, and many other essential services and benefits. These services are valued at over $6.3 million per year!
As our community grows, our trees face challenges from urban development, climate change, invasive species, and more. Whitby’s Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP) will help us maintain, protect, and enhance our tree cover over the next 20 years.
A Draft UFMP is being drafted with careful consideration for the information gathered though the tree inventory, urban forest canopy cover analysis, policy and technical review, and Phase 1 engagement. This 20-year plan outlines a long-term vision for our urban forest and identifies goals, targets, and strategic actions to support the maintenance, protection and enhancement of Whitby's urban forest.
Timeline for the Urban Forest Management Plan
Thank you for your continued interest in shaping the Town of Whitby’s Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP). We’re excited to share the next steps and how you can get involved.
Draft Plan & Online Survey
You’re invited to review the Draft Plan and complete an online survey starting September 8th. Both will be available right here on this page. The survey will remain open until Monday, October 6th. This is your opportunity to share your feedback and help shape the future of Whitby’s urban forest.
Community Engagement Session
Join us for our second community engagement session on Wednesday, September 24th, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Town Hall (575 Rossland Road East). This will be a great opportunity to learn more about the UFMP, ask questions and share your feedback.
Prefer to attend virtually? Email urbanforest@whitby.ca to receive the Zoom link. We will send the Zoom link to all interested participants closer to the engagement session day.
Stay Connected Please check back for updates or email us at urbanforest@whitby.ca if you have any questions.
Whitby’s urban forest includes all of the trees on both public and private land across Town. A study for this project estimates there are between 1.3 and 1.9 million trees in Whitby, covering about 25% of the Town. Our urban forest provides oxygen, shade, cooling, stormwater management, carbon storage, and many other essential services and benefits. These services are valued at over $6.3 million per year!
As our community grows, our trees face challenges from urban development, climate change, invasive species, and more. Whitby’s Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP) will help us maintain, protect, and enhance our tree cover over the next 20 years.
A Draft UFMP is being drafted with careful consideration for the information gathered though the tree inventory, urban forest canopy cover analysis, policy and technical review, and Phase 1 engagement. This 20-year plan outlines a long-term vision for our urban forest and identifies goals, targets, and strategic actions to support the maintenance, protection and enhancement of Whitby's urban forest.
Timeline for the Urban Forest Management Plan
Thank you for your continued interest in shaping the Town of Whitby’s Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP). We’re excited to share the next steps and how you can get involved.
Draft Plan & Online Survey
You’re invited to review the Draft Plan and complete an online survey starting September 8th. Both will be available right here on this page. The survey will remain open until Monday, October 6th. This is your opportunity to share your feedback and help shape the future of Whitby’s urban forest.
Community Engagement Session
Join us for our second community engagement session on Wednesday, September 24th, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Town Hall (575 Rossland Road East). This will be a great opportunity to learn more about the UFMP, ask questions and share your feedback.
Prefer to attend virtually? Email urbanforest@whitby.ca to receive the Zoom link. We will send the Zoom link to all interested participants closer to the engagement session day.
Stay Connected Please check back for updates or email us at urbanforest@whitby.ca if you have any questions.
