Tree power in Bluewater, Huron East
Festival Hydro, Bluewater, Huron East, ABCA, and MVCA join forces for Tree Power
Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA), in partnership with Festival Hydro, the Municipality of Bluewater, Maitland Conservation, and the Municipality of Huron East, is excited to introduce the Tree Power Program.
This program is available exclusively to residents of Bluewater and Huron East.
Nathan Schoelier is General Manager and Secretary-Treasurer (Acting) and Stewardship and Conservation Lands Manager at Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority:
"Tree Power is an on-the-ground example of the value of working together," he said. "This partnership enhances community sustainability through trees planted by the community itself."
Residents of Bluewater
If you are a resident of the Municipality of Bluewater, you may shop for trees on the ABCAshop.ca website. Click on the Shop Bluewater Tree Power Program button link.
Tree pickup, for residents of Bluewater, takes place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Zurich Ball Diamond parking lot.
The deadline to order trees for the Bluewater Tree Power Program will be Thursday, September 24, 2026 (while supplies last).
Residents of Huron East
If you are a resident of the Municipality of Huron East, you may shop for trees, on the ABCAshop.ca website. Click on the Shop Huron East Tree Power Program button link.
Tree pickup, for residents of Huron East, takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in Seaforth at the Town Hall Parking Lot (Corner of Victoria Street and Gouinlock Street).
The due date to order trees for Huron East Tree Power will be Thursday, October 15, 2026 (while supplies last).
Jeff Graham is President and CEO of Festival Hydro.
"Festival Hydro is proud to partner with the Municipality of Huron East, Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority, and Maitland Valley Conservation Authority to bring the Tree Power Program to Huron East residents. As part of our goal to expand the Tree Power Program across all Festival Hydro service territories this year, we are pleased to support this initiative that helps create healthier, greener communities. The program also supports the goals of Ontario's Save on Energy program by encouraging conservation and reducing energy use through strategic tree planting. By working together, we are providing local residents and customers with an opportunity to make a lasting investment in their properties, their community, and a more sustainable future."
Jessica Rudy is CAO of the Municipality of Huron East:
"Trees are an investment in the future of our community. Through the Tree Power Program, residents can help make Huron East greener while enjoying the environmental and energy-saving benefits that trees provide for years to come."
About Tree Power
This new partnership initiative supports environmental sustainability by encouraging the planting of carefully selected native species of trees that can provide shade, improve air quality, enhance local community members' green spaces, and help reduce residential energy use over time.
The Tree Power Program complements the goals of the Save on Energy program which promotes energy conservation and efficiency across Ontario.
Together, these initiatives empower residents to take meaningful positive actions toward reducing energy consumption, lowering greenhouse gas emissions, and creating a more sustainable and resilient community for future generations.