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A Sustainable Urban Forest for Guelph: Pathways to the Future

September 22 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Join a dynamic panel of local experts for an engaging discussion on the future of Guelph’s urban forest.

Discover how cutting-edge technology is helping map, monitor, and grow the urban forest, while learning about the invasive insects and diseases that threaten its future. Whether you’re a homeowner, gardener, environmental enthusiast, or simply curious about the trees around you, you’ll gain valuable insights into how we can all contribute to a greener, healthier city.

Stay for an interactive Q&A session and enter our prize draw for trees and other exciting giveaways!

Learn more about;

  • Threats to Guelph’s trees from pests and diseases
  • How the City of Guelph’s Tree Management Plan and new Tree By-law will protect and grow our city’s tree canopy.

Presenters and panelists:

  • Brian Aukema, Professor and Camerson Chair in Ecological Pest Management University of Guelph, School of Environmental Sciences
  • Jay Cranstone, City of Guelph Natural Areas Stewardship Technologist
  • Kristen Grittani, City of Guelph Forester
  • Moderator: Alison Morrison, Manager of Horticulture, The Arboretum

THIS EVENT IS FREE BUT DONATIONS ARE WELCOME in support of the renovation of the Arboretum Nature Centre.

Doors open at 6:30 pm

No registration required

Sponors:

 

                       

Details

Date:
September 22
Time:
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Venue

University of Guelph – Arboretum
250 Arboretum Rd
Guelph, ON N1G 2W1 Canada
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Phone
(519) 824-4120 ext. 52113
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