The City of Pickering yesterday announced it has received over $6,000 in funding from the TD Friends of the Environment program, which helps fund environmental projects across Canada.
The funds, granted earlier this year, supported the planting of 15 large caliper trees, 200 shrubs, and 500 willow stakes along Pickering’s Duncannon Ravine.
Since 2019, the city has been undertaking restoration efforts along Duncannon Ravine to help address erosion and tree loss due to invasive species, such as the Emerald Ash Borer and Lymantria Dispar Dispar (LDD) Moth. As a result of these efforts, the area has shown an increased improvement in tree canopy growth, said a city statement.
“Through the meaningful support of the TD Friends of the Environment program, the city was able to further its restoration efforts along Duncannon Ravine,” said Mayor Kevin Ashe. “By collaborating with like-minded organizations and valued members of the community, we are able to enhance and strengthen the natural environment here in Pickering. The city will continue these efforts, and residents are encouraged to visit our website to see how they can get involved.”
Visit pickering.ca/TakeAction to learn more.