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Donate to forestry or parks

Your donation will be used to help:

  • Plant native trees or shrubs throughout the City
  • Improve parks, outdoor recreation facilities, trails and more

Donations start from $10. If you donate $20 or more, you’ll receive a tax receipt.

Thank you for your support!

In memory

You can donate a tree or bench in memory of a loved one.

We’ll help you select a species of tree and a location for the tree to be planted. Trees are only planted in the spring and fall, weather permitting.

A standard tree (70 millimetres in diameter) is $1,325.68.

An upgraded tree (100 millimetres in diameter) is $2,944.67.

To start the process, call 311 (905-615-4311 outside City limits).

You can donate a standard bench for $951.53.

Standard wooden bench

You also have the option of donating an upgraded bench for $3,804.97.

Upgraded bench made of metal

We’ll work with you to find the best location for your park bench, depending on the type you select.

If you’re donating on behalf of a group, we can provide individual donation receipts for each contribution over $20. You’ll need to provide the names and amounts of each contributor. If you don’t provide additional names, only one donation receipt will be issued.

To start the process, call 311 (905-615-4311 outside City limits).

If you’ve recently donated a tree or bench, you have the option to purchase a commemorative plaque for $316.98.

When you purchase a plaque, you’ll receive one free plaque replacement due to vandalism or theft. Donation receipts are not issued for the purchase of a plaque.

Contact us to discuss the design, text, and installation.

Plaque samples

Sample donation to the City of Mississauga plaque design with 'your name here'

Sample donation to the City of Mississauga plaque design with 'your name here'
To start the process, call 311 (905-615-4311 outside City limits).

Contact us

If you need more information or have questions about donations, call 311 (905-615-4311 outside City limits).