At a time of loss, the Memorial Forest program provides a natural and lasting tribute for your loved ones. The trees planted play a vital role in sustaining healthy soil, diverse wildlife habitat, and clean air and water.  Their beauty enriches us all.

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All memorial tree purchases receive an official donation tax receipt issued by CanadaHelps. While completing the donation form, you may choose to send the family a sympathy e-card to notify them of your donation.

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Memorial tree options:
 

Native Tree Seedling | 1 tree | $25

Little Grove | 5 trees | $100
Great Grove | 10 trees | $150

Legacy Forest | 25 trees | $250

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Memorial trees are planted within the Upper Thames River watershed and include native species such as White Pine, Red Oak, White Oak, Bur Oak, Sycamore, Sugar Maple, Hackberry, Black Cherry, Tamarack, Red Cedar, and more.

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Kindly note that all memorial trees are planted without a nameplate or the planting location identified.

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We are thankful for our Memorial Forest partners:

Logan and Evans Funeral Homes
Westview Funeral Chapel
Northview Funeral Chapel
Andrew L. Hodges Funeral Home
Township of Zorra
Brock and Visser Funeral Homes

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For more information, please contact Robert Davies, Forestry and Restoration Supervisor, at (519) 451-2800 ext. 243 or daviesr@thamesriver.ca.