We’re excited to share that Little Forests Durham has been featured in a new video highlighting the growing movement to bring dense, biodiverse mini-forests into communities.
The video, from Tree Canada, shines a light on how small-scale, community-led planting projects can create meaningful environmental impact — improving biodiversity, strengthening climate resilience, and reconnecting people with nature right where they live.
Through our work across Durham Region, Little Forests demonstrate that restoring ecosystems doesn’t require vast land or massive infrastructure. Even small urban spaces can become thriving pockets of habitat.
We’re proud to be part of this growing global movement and grateful to everyone who has helped bring these forests to life — from planting day volunteers to community champions and supporters.
Together, we’re proving that little forests can make a big difference!
About: Using the Miyawaki method, this Community Tree grant project creates pocket forests that grow quickly, support biodiversity, and address climate change resilience challenges. Led by the Uxbridge Rotary Club, more than 600 native trees and shrubs were planted in layered formations that mimic natural forest structure, encouraging competition for light and rapid vertical growth. Supported by Tree Canada, LCBO, local conservation authorities, municipalities, and volunteers, the project highlights how small, community-driven forests can create cooling islands, wildlife habitat, and long-term environmental impact. This project is led by the Rotary Club of Uxbridge, Ontario and Little Forests, Durham.