Canada Supports a Greener Future with More Than 30 New Projects Signed Under the 2 Billion Trees Program
November 6, 2024
Ottawa, ON – The Government of Canada today announced the signing of more than 30 new projects under the 2 Billion Trees Program, a key initiative in Canada’s fight against climate change and commitment to plant two billion trees by 2030.
The new projects will see the planting of over 25 million trees across Canada, from coast to coast to coast. They include projects in urban areas, rural communities, Indigenous territories, and protected natural areas.
“Planting trees is one of the most effective ways to fight climate change,” said the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change. “That’s why we’re investing in projects like these that will help us reach our goal of planting two billion trees by 2030.”
The 2 Billion Trees Program is a collaboration between the Government of Canada, provinces, territories, Indigenous communities, industry, and non-profit organizations. It is part of Canada’s broader commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect the environment.
“Trees provide us with so many benefits,” said Joyce Murray, Minister of Natural Resources. “They clean our air and water, provide habitat for wildlife, and support our economy. By investing in tree planting, we’re investing in a healthier future for all Canadians.”
The new projects announced today include:
- A project in British Columbia that will plant over 1 million trees in urban areas, helping to reduce air pollution and improve the quality of life for residents.
- A project in Quebec that will plant over 2 million trees in rural areas, helping to protect water quality and reduce erosion.
- A project in Ontario that will plant over 3 million trees in Indigenous territories, helping to restore traditional lands and support Indigenous communities.
- A project in New Brunswick that will plant over 1 million trees in a protected natural area, helping to preserve biodiversity and create habitat for wildlife.
These are just a few examples of the many projects that are being supported by the 2 Billion Trees Program. By working together, we can reach our goal of planting two billion trees by 2030 and build a greener future for all Canadians.
For more information on the 2 Billion Trees Program, please visit: www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/climate-change/2-billion-trees.html
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