Cambridge recognized as ‘Tree City of the World’
Posted Mar 1, 2021 08:45:00 PM.
The City of Cambridge is getting some recognition for its continued management of the city’s urban forest.
It has been declared a Tree City of the World by Tree Canada, The Arbor Day Foundation, and the United Nations.
Cambridge joins seven Ontario municipalities, 15 Canadian cities, and 120 cities from over 20 countries who recognize the importance of trees in building healthy, resilient and happy cities.
“We applaud all of the cities that have earned Tree Cities of the World designation,” Dan Lambe, president, Arbor Day Foundation said in a news release. “They are leaders when it comes to planning and managing their urban forests. Many of the cities being recognised have gone above and beyond to use trees as part of their green infrastructure. This distinction is a celebration of their creativity and sustainability in creating healthier urban spaces.”
The city's canopy target is 30 per cent, which involves planting thousands of trees over the next 20 years.
“We are proud to receive this award and to be recognized for our ongoing commitment to our urban forest,” said Yogesh Shah, Deputy City Manager for the city’s infrastructure services department. “We understand the important role trees play for a healthy and sustainable community for all.”
Staff will be updating city council in April on the city's Urban Forest Plan.
