London Memorial Tree Program - Parks Bylaw

Parks and Public Spaces Ontario 3 Minutes Read · published February 12, 2026 Flag of Ontario · By Daniel Roy

In London, Ontario the Memorial Tree Program lets residents commemorate loved ones or events through tree dedications in city parks. This guide explains who can apply, where memorial trees are permitted, application and fee details, enforcement and appeals, and practical steps to submit a request and report issues.

Overview

The City of London administers memorial tree placements within selected parks through its Parks Division. Applications, site availability and program rules are published on the City of London Memorial Tree Program page Memorial Tree Program[1]. General park policies and contacts are available from the City parks information pages Parks and open spaces[2].

Eligibility & Locations

  • Eligible applicants: typically residents, community groups, or organizations; specific eligibility criteria are set by the Parks Division.
  • Locations: only designated parks or planting zones approved by the City are used for memorial trees.
  • Requests for specific sites are considered but are subject to arboricultural and site suitability review by City staff.
A memorial tree is a living tribute managed under city park standards.

Penalties & Enforcement

Enforcement of memorial placements and park standards is carried out by the City of London Parks Division in coordination with By-law Enforcement where applicable. Specific monetary fines or penalty amounts related to unauthorized tree planting or removal are not specified on the cited City program pages and must be confirmed with the enforcement offices cited below.[2]

  • Fines: not specified on the cited page; refer to Parks or By-law Enforcement for current fines.
  • Escalation: information on first, repeat, or continuing offence escalation is not specified on the cited page.
  • Non-monetary sanctions: the City may issue removal orders, restoration orders, or pursue court actions for unauthorized memorials (specific remedies not specified on the cited page).
  • Enforcer and inspection: Parks Division staff conduct site assessments; By-law Enforcement may investigate complaints. Contact details are in Help and Support below.
  • Appeals/review: the cited program page does not publish an appeal timeline; request official review or appeal instructions from the Parks Division.

Applications & Forms

The City publishes program details and the Memorial Tree Program application on its memorial program page Memorial Tree Program[1]. The page indicates how to apply and who to contact, but specific form names, form numbers, submission deadlines, and published fee amounts are not fully itemized on that page. Applicants should download any application form available there or contact the Parks Division for the official form and current fees.

How-To

  1. Read the Memorial Tree Program details on the City page to confirm eligibility and site rules.
  2. Download and complete the Memorial Tree application or request the form from Parks staff via the City parks contact page Parks and open spaces[2].
  3. Confirm fees and payment methods with Parks when you submit the application; fee amounts are not fully specified on the program page.
  4. Allow City staff to review the request for arboricultural suitability and scheduling; follow any conditions set by staff.
  5. If you encounter unauthorized memorials or damage, report via the City parks contact or By-law Enforcement channels listed below.

FAQ

Can anyone request a memorial tree?
Eligible applicants are usually residents, community groups or registered organizations; confirm eligibility on the Citys Memorial Tree Program page.[1]
How much does a memorial tree cost?
The program page does not list a definitive fee table; applicants must confirm current fees with the Parks Division when submitting an application.[1]
What happens to the plaque or dedication if the tree is removed?
City policy on plaques or removals is not fully detailed on the public program page; contact Parks for the Citys procedure on removals and memorial retention.

Key Takeaways

  • Apply through the City of London Memorial Tree Program page and follow Parks Division instructions.
  • Fees and precise form names are confirmed by Parks; the program page links to application steps.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] City of London: Memorial Tree Program
  2. [2] City of London: Parks and open spaces

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