Photo courtesy of Otonabee Conservation.
Employees from Siemens Canada in Peterborough joined Tree Canada and Otonabee Conservation to plant 70 native trees at the Otonabee and Monaghan Court Seniors residence in Keene on June 10.
The event marked the first phase of planting at the property in partnership with the Otonabee Municipal Nonprofit Housing Corporation.
The planting initiative aims to enhance biodiversity and improve wildlife habitat by planting native species of trees in shrubs in two phases to be completed in the Spring and Fall of 2026. The selected native tree and shrub species are well suited to local growing conditions and will contribute to a healthier and more resilient landscape for years to come.
This event continues a long-standing partnership between Siemens Canada, Tree Canada and Otonabee Conservation that began in 2012.
“This partnership with Siemens Canada has created a lasting positive impact across our watershed over more than a decade,” said Janette Loveys Smith, CAO at Otonabee Conservation. “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.”
Otonabee Conservation notes that 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. Over the past 14 years, employees and volunteers have helped plant more than 2,000 native trees and shrubs at a variety of locations throughout the watershed.
“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.”
To learn more about Otonabee Conservation’s stewardship initiatives and climate change strategy, visit the website.
(Written by: Felicia Massey)
