MOOSE JAW – Nominations are open for the City of Moose Jaw’s 2023 Tree of Significance.

The City of Moose Jaw’s Tree of Significance program has been held annually in conjunction with National Tree Day and National Forest Week since it’s inception in 2011.

The 2022 Tree of Significance winner was a mature ornamental crabapple tree located at 680 MacDonald St. W.

Is there a tree in Moose Jaw that you feel other residents should know about? If so, nominate the tree as Moose Jaw’s Tree of Significance by September 15, 2023. The winning tree or trees will be announced on September 20, 2023, National Tree Day.

Let us know why you think your tree is special:
• Is it because of its size and shape?
• Does it have an historical significance?
• Is it a rare species for this region?
• Is it unusual or interesting in some way?

Trees nominated should be accessible to the public such as in public or institutional spaces (eg. parks and schools) or the front or side yards of residential homes.

Nomination forms can be downloaded here or picked up at the Parks and Recreation Department office. Nominations may be submitted in person at City Hall or via email to recreation@moosejaw.ca.

For more information, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (306) 694-4447.