Siemens Canada employees in Peterborough planted the native trees and shrubs in partnership with Tree Canada and Otonabee Conservation at the new Peterborough Humane Society Animal Care Centre.
A variety of native species of trees and shrubs including White Spruce, Ninebark, Serviceberry, Red Osier Dogwood, White Pine and Pussy Willow will increase species diversity and enhance habitat for local wildlife in the area adjacent to the off-leash dog park and outdoor animal runs.
“The protection of our urban forests is as crucial as ever, and it is through partnerships such as these that we can positively influence the health of urban trees and the health of the communities that rely on them,” said Nicole Hurtubise, Tree Canada CEO. “Through the support of Siemens Canada and Otonabee Conservation, together we can grow better places to live for Canadians one tree at a time.”
For over a decade, Siemens Canada, Tree Canada and Otonabee Conservation have collaborated to enhance the habitat around the watershed community in the City of Peterborough.
Tree Canada is the only national non-profit organization dedicated to planting and nurturing trees in rural and urban environments, in every province across the country. To date, with their community partners and sponsors, they have planted more than 84 million trees.
“Since 2010 Siemens employees have planted thousands of trees in the Peterborough area, and overall more than 16,000 trees across Canada,” said Ian Almond from Siemens Canada. “Helping to beautify the community we live and work in and contributing to a more sustainable future is an honour and we’re grateful to our partners who help make it happen.”
