Siemens Canada, Tree Canada and Otonabee Conservation Plant 70 Trees at Otonabee Court in Keene

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Employees from Siemens Canada joined Tree Canada and Otonabee Conservation to plant 70 native trees at the Otonabee and Monaghan Court Seniors residence in Keene on June 10.

Planting trees has many benefits including improving air and water quality, reducing erosion, providing shade and cooling benefits, and supporting climate change adaptation efforts throughout the region. Photo courtesy of Otonabee Conservation.

According to Otonabee Conservation, the event marked the first phase of planting at the property in partnership with the Otonabee Municipal Nonprofit Housing Corporation.

The planting initiative will enhance biodiversity and improve wildlife habitat by planting native tree and shrub species in two phases, to be completed in the spring and fall this year.

 “This partnership with Siemens Canada has created a lasting positive impact across our watershed over more than a decade,” said Janette Loveys Smith, Otonabee Conservation CAO. “Together, we have restored habitat, improved biodiversity, and strengthened community stewardship through hands-on environmental projects. It is inspiring to see Siemens employees dedicate their time and energy to initiatives that leave a meaningful legacy for both people and wildlife.”

“Since 2012, Siemens employees have helped plant thousands of trees in the Peterborough area and more than 16,000 trees across Canada,” said Ian Almond of Siemens Canada. “Supporting greener, healthier communities where we live and work is something we’re proud to be part of, and we’re thankful for the strong partnerships that continue to make these efforts possible.”

“Growing and caring for our urban forests has never been more important,” said Brijpal Patel, Chief Program Officer at Tree Canada. “Through strong partnerships like this one, we can support healthy trees, strengthen local ecosystems, and help communities become greener, healthier and more resilient for generations to come.”

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