October 4, 2021
Defining Canada’s Urban Tree Value Chain
Vineland Research and Innovation Centre is pleased to announce a new initiative to advance science and practices on important nature-based solutions topics. As part As part of Vineland's Greening the Landscape Research Consortium, Greening the Landscape Conversations is a platform to infuse and mobilize knowledge with on-the-ground perspectives, covering both policy and practices.

Defining Canada’s Urban Tree Value Chain

Tuesday, November 23, 2021
From 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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The increasing demand for nature-based solutions to climatic and other challenges represents an opportunity for the Canadian urban tree value chain. A value chain includes all activities required to create a product from start to finish. This growing demand, however, highlights several pressing questions. Who is part of the Canadian urban tree value chain? What are their key activities? And, what opportunities and challenges do they face?

Join presenters:
  • Tony DiGiovanni, Executive Director of Landscape Ontario
  • Jason Kropf of Moser Landscaping Group
  • Darby McGrath, PhD, Vineland Research and Innovation Centre’s Consortium Leader

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More about Greening the Landscape Research Consortium
This new public-private research consortium addresses common urban landscape challenges and is now open for membership. The consortium will lead urban greening research by setting research priorities reflecting industry needs and supporting its economic success. Consortium members will also have access to a range of other benefits, from training and skills development opportunities to innovative data, network connections and emerging knowledge.

Various levels of consortium membership are available to stakeholders along the urban tree value chain, including municipalities, conservation authorities, provincial governments, non-governmental organizations, suppliers, nurseries, landscape professionals, architects, professional associations, developers and consultants.

Membership information is available through researchconsortium@vinelandresearch.com.

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