Trees · Ontario

Hamilton Free Backyard Tree Planting Pilot

Run by City of Hamilton, with the Hamilton Naturalists' Club

WaitlistLast checked October 22, 2026
What you get
Free full-service planting of a native backyard tree (50 trees in 2026, 75 in 2027, 100 in 2028)
Who qualifies
Residents of the pilot neighbourhoods (2026: Bartonville, Normanhurst and Homeside in Ward 4); 2027 will focus on lower-canopy neighbourhoods.
Where
Residents of selected lower-canopy Hamilton neighbourhoods.
Status
Waitlist. All 50 trees for 2026 taken; returns in 2027 with 75 trees.
Type of payment
Free installation
Official program page

What you do

Get a native tree planted in your backyard for free through a full-service planting program.

Requirements

  • Must live in a participating neighbourhood
  • Limited number of trees each year

How to apply

  1. 1Apply through the Hamilton Naturalists' Club backyard tree page when the next round opens
  2. 2Residents can nominate their neighbourhood by email to the City

Sources

Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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Source: Sow, “Hamilton Free Backyard Tree Planting Pilot,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/ontario/hamilton-backyard-tree-planting-pilot

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