Trees · Nova Scotia
Halifax Free Tree Giveaway
Run by Halifax Regional Municipality (Urban Forestry)
- What you get
- One free tree per person or household (choice of species, including a limited number of fruit trees)
- Who qualifies
- All residents of the Halifax Regional Municipality; renters can take part with the property owner's approval of the planting spot.
- Where
- Residents of the Halifax Regional Municipality.
- Status
- Seasonal. 2026 trees all claimed (events August 22 and 29); returns next year.
- Type of payment
- Free item
What you do
Register online and pick up a free tree (including some fruit trees) to plant on your property.
Requirements
- Register in advance online; first come, first served
- One tree per household or community space
- Trees may not be planted on the municipal right-of-way or boulevard (By-law T-600)
How to apply
- 1Register at halifax.ca/treegiveaway when registration opens (2026: August 13)
- 2Choose your species and pick it up at the giveaway event
- 3Plant it on approved private or community property
Sources
Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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Source: Sow, “Halifax Free Tree Giveaway,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/nova-scotia/halifax-tree-giveaway