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  • Trees sequester carbon (CO2), reducing greenhouse gases in the atmosphere that contribute to climate change. You need about 500 full-sized trees to absorb the carbon dioxide produced by a typical car driven 20,000 km/year.

  • An average size tree produces enough oxygen in one year to keep a family of four breathing.

  • Three trees planted in the right place around buildings can cut air-conditioning costs up to 50 percent.

  • Trees provide shelter and food for wildlife such as birds, squirrels, and bugs. Groves of trees provide food and cover for larger mammals, such as raccoons and deer.

  • Trees absorb odors and pollutant gases (nitrogen oxides, ammonia, sulfur dioxide and ozone) and filter particulates out of the air by trapping them on their leaves and bark.

  • Excess carbon dioxide (CO2) is building up in our atmosphere, contributing to climate change. Trees absorb CO2, removing and storing the carbon while releasing oxygen back into the air. In one year, an acre of mature trees absorbs the same amount of CO2 produced when you drive your car 26,000 miles.

Plant and Win!

Plant a tree, it’s only $4!

Contribute to our National Greening Program for only $4 per seedling! Select from one of 5 Canadian regions and send an e-card to the person of your choosing to let them know just how special they are. In addition to the restoration of forests and wildlife habitat, trees planted through the National Greening Program contribute to cleaner air, cleaner soil, and cleaner waterways. 

Plant an Urban Tree

Donate towards the planting and care of a community tree in your region. Purchase of a $40 urban tree means you can now join in creating greener cities and towns. Think of the communities your loved ones live in this Holiday season. They will benefit for years to come.

Give a tribute tree certificate

Tribute tree certificates are the perfect gift to help celebrate different occasions including wedding anniversaries, birthdays, retirement parties or teacher recognition. Trees are planted through our National Greening Program and can be allocated to the region of your choice.

Donate your car

When you donate your car, truck, RV, boat, or motorcycle to us through Donate A Car Canada, it will either be recycled or sold at auction (depending on its condition, age and location). After your vehicle donation is complete, we’ll send you a tax receipt and put your gift to good use!

Leave a legacy

Trees offer a lasting legacy that will continue to benefit future generations. You can choose to contribute to Tree Canada through a bequest, a donation of securities, or a donation of land.