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Posted: 2026.01.27

A single seed may be small in size, but it can do extraordinary things.

The right seeds can restore habitats, strengthen ecosystems, and keep Canada’s natural landscapes thriving. But as our forests face the challenges of extreme weather and wildfire, choosing the right seed sources has never mattered more.

We have gathered below a few of our existing resources and articles to provide more information about the importance of seed and how you can get involved.

Program: Seed Forecasting

Forecasting and collecting tree seeds today ensures we can plant tomorrow's forests. Find out how you can help by becoming a seed forecaster.

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Article: Seed Collectors Face a New Reality

Those who gather tree seeds are coming up against some new challenges as the weather warms.

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Report: Building Capacity in the Canadian Tree Seed Supply Chain

This report summarizes the national seed capacity study carried out by Forests Canada and the Forest Gene Conservation Association in collaboration with the National Tree Seed Centre.

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Program: Tree Seed Diversity Program

Read about Forests Canada's Tree Seed Diversity Program with the City of Toronto.

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Article: Why Seed Sources Matter in a Changing Climate

Growing healthy and resilient urban forests for all to enjoy starts with a seed.

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Article: We Feel the Need… the Need for Seed

Learn why there is a need to grow the tree seed supply chain in Canada.

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2024.08.01

Article: Under the Tree Seed Coat

Viable tree seed sorted by the region from where it originates is a key pillar in Forests Canada’s tree planting initiatives.

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2024.12.01

Article: The History of Tree Seed in Ontario

Read how seed collecting in Ontario helped shape modern seed-zone practices.

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