Trees and Planting
Farmers, businesses and other property owners who meet program requirements may apply for hedgerow planting.
The program provides the planting of trees or shrubs to protect soil from wind and rain erosion, prevent runoff from entering streams and...
Do you own woodland on PEI?
If you own woodland on PEI, the Forest Enhancement Program (FEP) can provide you with forestry-related advice and financial assistance. The program has helped thousands of Island woodlot owners manage their woodlands for...
The Greening Spaces Program (GSP) is a tree planting program that was developed for local Island communities, schools and volunteer interest groups. Greening Spaces
diversify public properties
buffer prevailing winds
provide shade...
Healthy and well designed hedgerows are an essential part of Prince Edward Island's landscape and provide many environmental benefits to farmers, home owners, businesses and the Island’s environment. The Hedgerow and Buffer Zone Planting Program helps...
The J. Frank Gaudet Tree Nursery is Prince Edward Island's largest tree seedling production facility. Named after the Province's first forester, the nursery produces tree and shrub seedlings for:
reforestation projects on private and public forest...
The PEI government is offering to plant trees for private landowners through the PEI - 2 Billion Trees program (2BT). Trees may be planted on private land, retired farmland, and small parcels of land near streams and rivers across PEI. Landowners...
The federal government has set a goal to plant two billion trees in Canada over 10 years. These trees will help restore nature, create healthy forest ecosystems, and increase carbon capture across the country. Prince Edward Island is supporting this...
Please note that this stream has been closed. We encourage all municipalities to apply through the FCM and look forward to seeing your continued success in greening our island landscape.
The deadline for 2025 applications is October 15th, 2024.
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Government of Prince Edward Island Resources
PEI Ecosystem-Based Forest Management Standards Manual (1.1MB)
Prince Edward Island Forest Wildlife Manual (3.9MB)
Prince Edward Island Open Data Portal - this is an open portal to search for forest...
Due to an ongoing issue, the Tree Insect and Disease analysis service will not be available for the next few weeks. We regret any inconvenience . Please check back at a later date or consult our Facebook page: Tree Insects and Disease: PEI
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Tree planting is a time honoured tradition on Prince Edward Island. People plant trees to beautify their homes, properties and communities; stabilize soils and create wind buffers; improve wildlife habitats; restore forest health; and grow high value...