Home Hardware Stores Limited marked National Tree Day recently by partnering with Tree Canada to support tree planting initiatives in 25 communities across the country.
The events are part of National Forest Week, held Sept. 21 to 28, and involve local stores collaborating with Tree Canada, volunteers and municipal partners to plant native trees in public spaces such as parks and schoolyards.
“For more than 30 years, our Dealers have supported environmental initiatives in the communities they call home,” said Ian White, president and CEO of Home Hardware Stores Limited. “We are honoured to continue this important partnership with Tree Canada and to help make a positive, lasting impact.”
Tree planting activities took place earlier this month, including an event on Sept. 6 at the Watrous Sports Grounds in Watrous, Sask., where Dealer-Owner Erin Evenson and the Watrous Home Hardware Building Centre team were joined by members of the Watrous Recreation Committee and families from the Watrous Minor Ball Association.
The retailer began its partnership with Tree Canada in 1992. Since then, more than 30,000 trees have been planted as part of joint reforestation and sustainability efforts.
“Tree Canada is thrilled to once again join forces with Home Hardware to green our communities,” said Nicole Hurtubise, CEO of Tree Canada. “Their continued leadership and support help bring local tree planting projects to life and inspire others to take action for the environment.”
To learn more about the partnership, visit: homehardware.ca/charities
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