Urban Forest Inventory
If you are a student, between the ages of 18 – 30 years old who loves trees; would like to work outdoors in Long Branch this summer and are going back to school in the fall we would like to hear from you!
You will be assisting the LBNA (Long Branch Neighbourhood Association) in developing an inventory of the trees in Long Branch, and educating the community on the benefits of preserving and growing our Urban Tree Canopy. This neighbourhood was an exclusive cottage community in the late 1800’s featuring densely treed lots. Many of these trees survive today. This project will include identifying Heritage Tree nominees to join the first three which are now officially recognized by Forests Ontario in Long Branch; assisting with the Long Branch Remembers program to plant trees for our Veterans in Long Branch and assisting in Tree Stewardship educational materials and initiatives about the benefits of our Urban tree canopy, native trees and biodiversity.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a member of a 4-person crew, you will spend the summer outdoors to accurately record the Long Branch urban forest inventory, including species and tree health data on public & private land using digital recording and mapping software. You will also identify strategic areas to plant new trees. You will assist in analyzing the tree inventory data collected and prepare reports on the findings. Training and technical support / mentoring will be provided through community partnership with the Faculty of Forestry, University of Toronto.
Who Should Apply
This project is funded through a Canada Summer Jobs Federal Student grant program to the community. The LBNA encourages students in (or going into) forestry-related or arboriculture programs or environmental sciences or other related programs to apply, including applicants who are women, indigenous students; members of a visible minority and new immigrants/refugees. University, college and graduating high school students are all encouraged to apply.
Apply Now
Interviews will be taking place shortly. Position start date will be May 31, 2021.
If you are passionate about conserving and expanding urban forests, please email your resume and cover letter with why you are interested in one of these positions as soon as possible to Judy Gibson, Chair, Tree Canopy Preservation and Enhancement Committee, Long Branch Neighbourhood Association via email: longbranchnato@gmail.com
Note: The LBNA is required and committed to ensuring a safe, workplace experience for all employees. Employees will be required to follow the in-force COVID-19 social distancing, personal and equipment safety and sanitizing procedures at all times.