City plants 200 trees at Village SoHo to celebrate London’s bicentennial

As part of London’s bicentennial celebrations, the City of London planted 200 trees at Village SoHo, creating a lasting legacy for generations of Londoners to enjoy.

The trees were planted along the pathway that connects to the Thames Valley Parkway, an important part of London’s active transportation network. With a major parks infrastructure project already underway at the site, the location provides an ideal opportunity to add 200 new trees while improving connections between neighbourhoods, parks and the Thames River.

“Trees do more than add beauty to our neighbourhoods. Trees help create healthier, more comfortable and connected communities,” says Shawna Chambers, Director, Climate Change, Environment & Waste Management. “By investing in trees alongside parks and in neighbourhoods, we’re creating spaces that Londoners can enjoy today while building a greener future for generations to come.”

As the Forest Capital of Canada, the City is committed to growing and protecting London’s urban forest and making trees an important part of the development process.

This is one of many tree planting projects the City undertakes each year to support a healthy and growing urban forest.

The new trees will also contribute to a more attractive and comfortable pathway for people walking, cycling and enjoying the riverfront. Whether residents are walking to work, biking to school or spending time outdoors, investments in parks and active transportation help make it easier for Londoners to stay active and connected.

The 200 trees at Village SoHo will stand as a living legacy of London’s bicentennial year and a reminder of the community’s commitment to growing a healthy and resilient urban forest.

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