Trees · Ontario
Mississauga Free Street Tree Request
Run by City of Mississauga
- What you get
- City forestry staff select and plant a tree on City-owned property and water it for two years
- Who qualifies
- Mississauga residents requesting a tree on City-owned property such as the boulevard in front of their home.
- Where
- Residents of the City of Mississauga.
- Status
- Open
- Type of payment
- Free installation
What you do
Request a City tree to be planted on the City-owned road allowance in front of your home.
Requirements
- Stump of a previous tree must be removed before requesting a replacement
- Site must safely support a tree (soil, space, utilities)
- Clear decorative items from the planting area
How to apply
- 1Submit an online request or call 311
- 2Staff inspect within 30 business days and leave a notice with species and location
- 3Trees planted in spring, summer or fall
Sources
- https://www.mississauga.ca/services-and-programs/forestry-and-environment/trees/request-a-new-or-replacement-tree/ (official page)
- https://www.mississauga.ca/city-of-mississauga-news/news/make-your-neighbourhood-greener-by-requesting-a-tree/
Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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Source: Sow, “Mississauga Free Street Tree Request,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/ontario/mississauga-street-tree-request
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