Culture and Environment

Tree and forest canopy

Learn how decision-makers and citizens can grow the canopy and increase the benefits provided by trees

Tree and forest canopy report

• Climate Change
  Impacts and projects, including extreme weather events, human and environmental health
• Model Urban Design Guidelines
  Development of best practices for urban design features that are characteristic of Niagara
• Tree and Forest Conservation
  Woodlands by-law, good forestry practices and permit application
• Archaeology in Niagara
  Archaeological assessments, stages and areas likely to have archaeological resources
• Public Realm Investment Program
  Funding to local area municipalities for streetscaping enhancement projects
• Complete Streets
  Benefits, visualizations and Complete Streets policy handbook
• Local Food
  Farmer's markets, seasonal food, agricultural plans and policies
• Urban Design and Landscape Architecture
  Dedicated to design excellence in development planning and urban design