Best Practice Tree Canopy Coverage
GOAL
To create a network of green streets and parks to enhance livability and sustainability.
EXISTING 4.5% TREE CANOPY COVERAGE
BC:
BURNABY: IN PROGRESS
VANCOUVER EXISTING: 18%
VANCOUVER 2050 TARGET: 25%
NEW WESTMINSTER EXISTING: 18%
NEW WESTMINSTER 2035 TARGET: 27%
Canada:
TORONTO EXISTING: 18%
TORONTO 2035 TARGET: 40%
CALGARY EXISTING: 8.25%
CALGARY TARGET: 14%
USA:
SEATTLE EXISTING: 28%
SEATTLE 2037 TARGET: 30%
PORTLAND EXISTING: 30%
PORTLAND 2030 TARGET: 33%
BEST MANAGEMENT 40% TREE CANOPY COVERAGE
(incl. Podiums and roofs)
25% tree canopy coverage at grade.
North american average: 27% / best management: 40%
PRE-DEVELOPMENT (TODAY)
4.5% Tree Canopy
2080
Target: 25-40% Tree Canopy
GREENFIELD
100% Tree Canopy