Commemorative Tree and Bench Program Request Form

The Municipality of Port Hope is pleased to offer a Commemorative Tree and Bench Program to provide the community a means to recognize and honour a special person, organization, or event. Contributions made through this program will benefit the Municipality's parks, greenspaces, and the natural environment.

Upon completion of this form, staff will contact you to confirm the details of your request. All requests must be approved by the Supervisor, Cemeteries before payment will be accepted.

Installations and plantings are completed annually in the Spring and in the Fall. Requests for Spring installation/plantings must be received by March 15 and requests for Fall installation/planting by August 1, as weather permits.

Orders can be paid for by cheque payable to: The Municipality of Port Hope, Town Hall - 56 Queen Street, Port Hope, L1A 3Z9. Please note on cheques: 'tree/bench program.'

Please note: The waterfront area is currently at capacity for donations. Limited select locations are available in the downtown core, along the Riverwalk, and in a variety of municipal parks.

Please note that all requests must be approved by the Supervisor, Cemeteries before payment will be accepted. Staff will contact you to confirm the details of your request.

Once your application is approved, payment can be submitted and staff will process your order. Please feel free to email us or call 905-885-8760 to check the status of your request.

Installations and plantings are completed annually in the Spring and in the Fall. Requests for Spring installation/plantings must be received by March 15 and requests for Fall installation/planting by August 1, as weather permits.

Donated trees, benches, and picnic tables become the property of the Municipality of Port Hope.