The City of Edmonton is committed to building a healthy, climate-resilient city, working toward a goal of planting two million trees by 2031 to expand our forest canopy to 20% by 2071.
To reach these goals and build a vibrant and healthy urban environment, we are undertaking a process of naturalization. The City is restoring select areas of open spaces to a more natural state, expanding our urban forest and supporting the native plant and animal species found in our region.
The City of Edmonton will be planting new tree and shrub seedlings in Windermere. We are currently conducting an online public engagement survey to understand the preferences of communities when naturalizing the areas where you live, work and play. This engagement aims to refine the City’s plan on how to plant trees and shrubs at selected sites while ensuring alignment with the site’s current usage and community values.
To participate in public engagement for your neighbourhood, please visit engaged.edmonton.ca/naturalizationplantingsites. Explore the neighbourhood map to see the planned naturalization sites and provide your feedback on planting priorities. Feedback will be accepted until April 26, 2026.
Thank you for taking time to participate!
Naturalization Team
RESTORATION AND ECOLOGY | PARKS AND URBAN FORESTRY
CITY OF EDMONTON OPERATIONS