Memorial Tree & Bench Program

Niagara Parks strives to plant numerous trees throughout its 1,325 hectares (3,274 acres) of property each year. This effort is part of an ongoing mandate to preserve and protect the natural landscape for millions of guests from around the world. The Niagara Parks Memorial Tree & Bench Program allows relatives and friends to participate in this important cause.

A Lasting Tribute

The gift of a tree or bench serves as a lasting tribute that benefits both the community and the natural environment. Memorial trees and benches offer a unique way to remember a loved one in one of Niagara Parks’ many beautiful settings.

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Memorial Trees in Niagara Parks

Contributing to the Niagara Parks Foundation's tree planting program helps preserve and protect the natural environment along the Niagara River corridor. The gift of a tree is a lasting tribute that offsets carbon footprints, supports wildlife, and enhances the scenic beauty of the parks. Visitors will appreciate these trees for decades to come.

Memorial Tree Cost & Details

Niagara Parks is responsible for the installation of your gift. Specific selection and placement are by request and subject to the discretion of Niagara Parks but will be considered in collaboration with the donor.

Tree labels include the common and scientific name of the tree and may contain the words “in honour of” or “in memory of” as appropriate. Memorial trees are only planted in the spring and fall to ensure they thrive. Please note that there may be an extended lead time to acquire suitable trees, and the planting of some species may be delayed to align with their optimal planting time.

The cost for each memorial tree is $600, which includes the tree, materials, planting, a memorial label, and ongoing maintenance.

Memorial Benches in Niagara Parks

A memorial bench creates a lasting, reflective space within Niagara Parks' picturesque, natural settings. As with memorial trees, bench placement is subject to the discretion of Niagara Parks but will be considered in collaboration with the donor. Memorial benches provide a place for visitors to rest and reflect, enhancing their experience in the park.

Memorial Bench Cost & Details

Bench labels may contain the words “in honour of” or “in memory of” as appropriate. Memorial benches are installed in the spring and fall. Please note that our benches are custom-made and may take several months to receive. There may also be an extended lead time to allow for the installation process.

The cost for each memorial bench ranges from $3,250 to $5,000, which includes a customized bench, materials, a memorial label, and ongoing maintenance. Donors may also opt to donate toward and dedicate existing benches, subject to approval.

Hyde Park Bench

The Hyde Park is a memorial bench which can be found only throughout the grounds of the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens. This sturdy and rather durable bench, available at a cost of $5,000, is 1.8 metres (6 feet) in length.

Victoria Bench

The Niagara Parks custom Victorian memorial bench can be found throughout Niagara Parks along the Niagara River and in many garden areas. At a cost of $3,250, this bench is 1.8 metres (6 feet) in length and features a Niagara Parks tree logo cast into each end.

Memorial Tree & Bench Application
Please fill out a donation inquiry form for more information on the Niagara Parks Foundation Memorial Tree & Bench Program. Donation requests may also be sent to the Senior Director, Parks, P.O Box 150, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6T2 or by calling (905) 295-4396 ext. 3261. Receipts for donations will be provided as appropriate. An email will be sent to the donor after installation or planting is complete.
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