Siemens Canada, Tree Canada, and Otonabee Conservation Tree Planting

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | Siemens Canada, Tree Canada, and Otonabee Conservation Enhance Habitat at Otonabee Court in Keene

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, 2026. The event marked the first phase of planting at the property in partnership with the Otonabee Municipal Nonprofit Housing Corporation.

The planting initiative will 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. 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. 

“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.”

“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.”

“Growing and caring for our urban forests has never been more important,” said Brijpal Patel, Chief Program Officer at Tree Canada. “Through strong partnerships like this one, we can support healthy trees, strengthen local ecosystems, and help communities become greener, healthier and more resilient for generations to come.”

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.

Chair Joe Taylor of the Otonabee Municipal Nonprofit Housing Corporation explained that “this partnership has enabled the restoration of an area where invasive species were removed and will now enhance habitat and biodiversity through the planting of native species.”

Otonabee Conservation continues to advance environmental stewardship and sustainable growth through collaborative partnerships with municipalities, organizations, businesses, and community volunteers.

To learn more about Otonabee Conservation’s stewardship initiatives and climate change strategy, visit Otonabee Conservation

For more information contact:
Meredith Carter | Manager, Source Water and Stewardship
Otonabee Conservation
mcarter@otonabeeconsersvation.com | 705-745-5791 Ext. 223