The City of Delta is excited to announce the launch of the second phase of the Planting Our Roots – Free Tree Project. Starting Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 10:00 am, the reservation form opens for residents wishing to enter the draw to receive one of 250 trees. This initiative gives Delta residents the opportunity to directly contribute to the City’s goal of expanding its tree canopy.
What You Need to Know
- The online reservation form will open on Wednesday, September 18 at 10:00 am and remain open until Wednesday, September 25 at 11:59pm.
- Each household may submit one (1) entry to receive a tree, delivered directly to your home in October—just in time for planting season.
- The form offers a selection of five (5) different tree varieties and residents will be asked to rank the species in order of preference. When recipients are chosen through random draw, trees will be given away based on a combination of ranked tree preference and remaining availability of tree varieties.
- Residents who received a tree through the Planting Our Roots – Free Tree Project in spring of 2024 will not be eligible to receive a tree this fall.
- Join the community effort on social media! Share a photo of your planted tree using #PlantingOurRoots and tag @CityofDeltaBC on Instagram or @CityofDeltaBC on Facebook.
Residents are encouraged to select trees that are best suited for their environment to ensure they thrive. The City offers detailed guides and resources on its website about selecting the right tree, planting, and ongoing care to support the longevity and health of these trees. This guidance is aimed at fostering a sustainable urban canopy across Delta and ensuring residents are equipped with the knowledge to support the growth of their new tree.
To learn more about this project, visit delta.ca/PlantingOurRoots.