The City of Charlottetown’s Environment and Sustainability Department is inviting residents to take part in a community greening and tree planting event taking place on Saturday, June 20 at River Ridge Park.
Community members are welcome to join City staff and volunteers to help transform the park from an open grassy area into a naturalized park with forested areas. This project will provide native species’ habitat, improve stormwater absorption and filtration, reduce air pollution, and help lower heat through shade and moisture released by trees. Enhancements to the park will also add seasonal visual interest, provide increased privacy for nearby residents, and include an area of edible plants for the community.
No pre-registration is required, and all planting supplies will be provided on site, including trees, tools, and gloves. Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear.
Date: Saturday, June 20
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: River Ridge Park (behind River Ridge Road)
This initiative is funded by Green Communities Canada through its Living Cities Canada Fund, which has supported more than 60 community greening projects across the country since 2023.
For more information on the community tree planting event, visit the City’s
website.