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Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation - Urban forestry refers to post-development planting or pre-development preservation of trees, shrubs and other ground covers in an urban context. This lot-level BMP is a functional and attractive supplement to residential lawns and has positive implications for property values particularly once trees and shrubs mature.

Canadian Urban Forest Network - As an advocacy group for Canadian Urban Forestry, our mission is to increase awareness of the urgent issues facing Canada's urban forests and to stimulate action to address those issues.

• Compendium of Best Management Practices for Canadian Urban Forests

Center for Urban Forest Research - Pacific Southwest Research Station, US Department of Agriculture (Forest Service). Our VISION is sustainable communities that are better off today than yesterday. We hope to see communities have an increased understanding and appreciation of the urban forest and choose to make an investment in the care and maintenance of community trees to ensure continued health of the urban forest.

Eastern Ontario Urban Forest Network - The urban forest is made up of all trees clustered and scattered within an urban area. It includes the trees in parks, along streets, natural areas, and even trees in the yard of a residential property. Each of these trees has an important role in the urban landscape of eastern Ontario by providing aesthetic, social, community, economic, and environmental benefits.

ESRI Canada: Urban Forestry - Urban expansions have resulted in significant reductions in tree cover in cities. GIS provides the ability to assess and monitor environmental changes to assist planners and managers to better understand the impact of land use. Planners can use GIS to manage their urban forestry efforts including

Fleming College: Urban Forestry - This program focuses on the "non-climbing" aspects of urban forestry and landscape care. You can help make our cities a better place to be after completing Fleming's new Urban Forestry Certificate. Trees clean the air and provide much needed "green" relief from the concrete jungle in our towns and cities.

The Forest Shop - specializing in forestry, nature and outdoor books including urban forestry

International Society of Arboriculture is a worldwide professional organization dedicated to fostering a greater appreciation for trees and to promoting research, technology, and the professional practice of arboriculture.

• The Ontario Chapter of ISA has now grown to over 500 members, while the international membership is now almost 18,000, divided into 37 chapters worldwide – the world's largest such organization.

LEAF – Local Enhancement & Appreciation of Forests - LEAF is an incorporated, not-for-profit organization dedicated to the protection and improvement of Toronto\'s urban forest. We offer several programs and services for Toronto residents: Backyard Tree Planting Program, Workshops/Training, Community Events, Tree Festival and Tree Tours.

Oakville's UFORE (Urban Forest Effects Model) Report is Now Available. The Urban Forest Effects Model (UFORE), designed by the United States Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, has been used to quantify urban forest structure and numerous urban forest effects in cities worldwide. To learn more about Oakville's UFORE project, click here.

Oakvillegreen is a non-profit, non-partisan organization working to ensure that Oakville is a beautiful and healthy place to live. We create and encourage initiatives and cooperate with other organizations to safeguard and improve the environment within our community for now and for future generations.

Ontario Urban Forest Council is a non-profit group that works to advance the conservation and maintenance of urban forests across Ontario. We also provide technical support for groups addressing urban forestry issues and offer various workshops on a wide range of topics.

The Ottawa Forests and Greenspace Advisory Committee was established in the fall of 2001 to advise Ottawa City Council and provide a forum for citizens on issues related to trees and forests.

ReForest London - encourages community groups, businesses, and individuals to plant trees and shrubs in their neighbourhoods. We provide expertise, coordination and funding for eligible community groups. You choose planting locations and tree species, raise funds, and purchase trees. ReForest London also helps you find other individuals, groups and businesses in your neighbourhood to partner with to make your project even more successful.

Tree Canada Foundation is a not-for-profit, charitable organization established in 1992. The Foundation provides education, technical assistance, resources and financial support through working partnerships to encourage Canadians to plant and care for trees in an effort to help reduce the harmful effects of carbon dioxide emissions. The foundation is a leader in promoting the value of urban forests in Canada.

Tree City Canada Association began in 2005 as an urban greening group helping people improve their own neighbourhoods through trees.

The Urban Forest Stewardship Initiative (UFSI) is a partnership of individuals, organizations and governments dedicated to the conservation, restoration, and sustainable use of the Victoria BC's urban forest.