Tree Canopy Preservation

🌿🚴‍♂️ Pedal through history! Join our Long Branch Heritage Tree Bike Ride and meet the “Fab Four” – Big Red, Stop 26, Titan, and the Applebee Catalpa – each a living testament to Etobicoke’s deep roots. From 200‑year‑old oaks to fragrant Catalpa blooms, these majestic giants have witnessed pioneer days, resort soirées, and community milestones. Let’s ride, […]

Name that tree!  Deciduous Tuesday, August 19 | 10:00–11:00 AM Join us for a guided walk through beautiful Sam Smith Park and learn to identify 12 Deciduous tree species. Discover what makes each tree unique — from their benefits to pollinators to their role in flood prevention and more. A fun and informative outing for […]

Name That Tree! Needles, Cones & EvergreensThursday, August 21| 3:00–4:00 PMStarting Point: Marie Curtis Park (Etobicoke Creek area) Join us for a one-hour tour focused on 11 coniferous tree species, and a few surprises! Learn how to identify evergreens, explore what makes each tree unique, and meet a species that dates back to the Jurassic Era. […]

Maple Tree Walk – Our most iconic Canadian Tree Maple trees are common around the city, but are not all the same. Long Branch has more different species of Maples than many neighbourhoods in Toronto. Learn to distinguish your Sugar Maples from your Norway Maples and your Sweet Gum from your Japanese Maple on this […]

🎨 Pinecones, Leaves & Creative Fun! 🍁 Join us for Kids Pinecone & Leaf Crafts with the Longbranch Neighbourhood Association! 📅 Date: August 27, 2025 🕑 Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM 📍 Location: Long Branch Public Library 🌿 Let kids explore their creativity with nature-inspired crafts using pinecones, leaves, and other natural materials. ✨ […]

🌿🚴‍♂️ Pedal through history! Join our Long Branch Heritage Tree Bike Ride and meet the “Fab Four” – Big Red, Stop 26, Titan, and the Applebee Catalpa – each a living testament to Etobicoke’s deep roots. From 200‑year‑old oaks to fragrant Catalpa blooms, these majestic giants have witnessed pioneer days, resort soirées, and community milestones. Let’s ride, […]