Turkey Point Provincial Park is among nine Ontario parks benefiting from a large-scale restoration effort led by Forests Canada and Ontario Parks.
The organizations recently completed the planting of 12,000 native trees and shrubs across the province in an effort to restore areas impacted by extreme weather, invasive species, disease, shoreline erosion, and other environmental pressures. This past fall and spring, 4,500 potted trees and shrubs representing 39 native species were planted at parks across Ontario, including Turkey Point Provincial Park.
The restoration work was supported through the Species Conservation Program and is intended to improve biodiversity while helping protect species at risk and their habitats. Forests Canada says the initiative involved partnerships with nurseries, planting crews, and Ontario Parks staff to ensure the long-term success of the projects.
Officials say investments in restoration not only improve the health of provincial parks but also strengthen local ecosystems and communities. The work is part of an ongoing effort to ensure Ontario’s parks remain healthy, resilient, and accessible for future generations.
