A large silver maple tree in Moose Jaw has been designated as the community’s annual tree of significance.
National Tree Day is Sept. 25, coinciding with National Forest Week from Sept. 22 to 28. The City of Moose Jaw’s Tree of Significance program is held annually in conjunction with these events, according to a news release.
“This program is to encourage residents to take notice of, and appreciate, our urban forest,” said Sarah Regent, parks gardener. “It is also a chance to bring awareness to a tree with special significance in our community.”
This year’s tree of significance is a large silver maple tree at the corner of Fourth Avenue Southwest and Iroquis Street West; this tree is the namesake tree of Maple Leaf Bakery.
The City of Moose Jaw invites residents to view all tree of significance winners — since the program’s inception in 2011 — on the city’s website.
