Guide and template: Creating an urban forest management plan for your community

• Identify who should be involved in the creation and implementation of your plan.    
• Explain the importance of proactive research and planning in urban forestry.
• Compile and assess key data and information that drive your urban forest priorities.  
• Engage your community and develop a shared vision for your municipality’s urban forest.  
• Set goals, targets and actions for urban forest management.  
• Determine how you will implement your plan.

Each of these topics are explained in depth, covering the multiple considerations and details required for a strong urban forest management plan.

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Part 2: Fill the template to turn your urban forest vision into action: 

This template will guide you through the process of creating a strong UFMP.

This template will help you:  

• Gather key insights to build a business case and secure council support.  
• Identify the right internal team members and external community partners to involve.  
• Figure out what baseline urban forestry data you have and what you still need.
• Map out clear objectives, specific tasks and realistic project timelines.  
• Identify potential project risks and estimate your required budget.

Use the examples in each section as a reference for the information you will need to fill out the template. 

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These resources were created in partnership by Tree Canada and FCM’s Green Municipal Fund (GMF) for the Growing Canada’s Community Canopies initiative, which is delivered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and funded by the Government of Canada.