Trees · Alberta
Calgary Branching Out Free Tree Program
Run by City of Calgary (Calgary Parks & Open Spaces)
- What you get
- Free trees for residents to plant on their own property
- Who qualifies
- Calgary residents planting on their own property; a pilot extension is open to commercial/industrial landowners and condominium boards by email.
- Where
- Residents of the City of Calgary.
- Status
- Seasonal. Branching Out 2026 is complete and all trees are given out; 2027 details expected late February/early March 2027.
- Type of payment
- Free item
What you do
Sign up for a free tree from the City, pick it up at a pickup event and plant it in your yard.
Requirements
- Plant on your own property and call or click before you dig
- The City recommends completing its Right Tree, Right Location e-learning module
How to apply
- 1Watch for program details in late February or early March
- 2Register for a tree and attend a pickup event
- 3Plant and water the tree following the City's guides
Timing and deadlines
Program information is released each late February/early March.
Sources
Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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Source: Sow, “Calgary Branching Out Free Tree Program,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/alberta/calgary-branching-out-free-trees
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