National Forest Week and Fall Events

September 19 - November 7, 2026

This fall, let’s nurture nature!

Join the City of Mississauga as we celebrate the awesome urban forests that keep our city healthy and happy.

A series of events, giveaways, guided walks and community activities are planned to give you the opportunity to learn more about our natural heritage system and take action to protect and grow our urban forest.

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Get involved

Forestry Fall Festival

Saturday, September 26
Erindale Park, 1695 Dundas Street West
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Celebrate National Forest Week at our second-annual Forestry Fall Festival! This free, family-friendly event is packed with fun, learning and community spirit. Whether you’re a tree lover, gardener or simply curious about the environment, there’s something for everyone.

Admission is free. No registration required.

Activities include:

  • Horse-drawn wagon rides
  • Tree planting event
  • Scales Nature Park reptiles and snakes exhibits
  • Forestry department showcase booths
  • Drone flights from City staff
  • Tree giveaway
  • Craft table
  • Yard games
  • Bouncy castle
  • Popcorn and BeaverTails®

Tree planting events

Plant a tree, grow a future! Help us add more trees towards the City of Mississauga’s goal of planting one million trees by joining a tree planting event at a local park.

No experience needed – just bring your enthusiasm. We’ll teach you how to plant like a pro and help make our park even more beautiful. Equipment such as shovels will be provided. Online registration is required.

 

  • Saturday, October 31 – Trick or Trees
    Knotty Pine Park, 835 Knotty Pine Grove
    1 to 3 p.m.
    Come plant some boo-tiful native trees and shrubs at Knotty Pine Park during our Trick or Trees public tree planting event!
    Put on your best Halloween costume for a chance to win a prize and help us add more trees towards the City of Mississauga’s goal of planting one million trees.
    Register for Trick or Trees

Guidelines

  • Online registration is required.
  • Dress appropriately for the weather. Wear closed-toed, sturdy shoes and long pants.
  • Equipment such as shovels will be provided. You may also bring your own.
  • Staff on site can sign off volunteer hours for youth under 18 years old at the Trick or Trees event.
  • Additional instructions will be provided by email closer to the event date.

For questions or concerns, please email onemilliontrees@mississauga.ca or call 311 (905-615-4311 from outside Mississauga).

Tree giveaways

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, our free tree giveaway is the perfect opportunity to add a touch of nature to your yard. Choose from a variety of native and pollinator-friendly trees and shrubs, while supplies last. Advance registration required.

Tree giveaway guidelines

  • Advance registration is required.
  • This giveaway is for Mississauga residents only.
  • Due to limited supplies, we can only offer one tree per resident.
  • Multiple registrations will automatically be cancelled.
  • Additional instructions will be provided by email closer to the event date.

For more information about trees and species, visit the Ontario Tree Atlas.

For questions or concerns, please email onemilliontrees@mississauga.ca or call 311 (905-615-4311 from outside Mississauga).

Guided walks

Join our expert-led guided nature walk and uncover the hidden wonders of one of Mississauga’s natural areas. From native plants and wildlife to ongoing environmental projects, our walks are designed to inspire curiosity and connect you with nature. Online registration required.

    Fall parks clean-up

    Saturday, October 17
    10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

    Locations:

    • Meadowvale Sports Park (by the parking lot)
    • Forest Park (by the parking lot)
    • Streetsville Memorial Park (by the playground)

    Help keep Mississauga parks litter-free by participating in a one-time clean-up event.
    You will pick up litter in a designated park using tools provided by the City.

    Open to all community members and groups.

    Register for parks clean-up

    Did you know?

    Mississauga is a Tree City. The City has been recognized as one of the Tree Cities of the World by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Arbor Day Foundation.

    The international program celebrates cities across all continents that meet core standards for the care and planning of urban trees and forests.

    Stay informed

    Sign up for the City of Mississauga’s Forestry mailing list to be the first to know about upcoming tree planting, stewardship and forestry opportunities.

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