Posted in Awards on Sep 3rd, 2010
Not Far From The Tree has captured the hearts and imaginations of many. It all sparked from the elbow grease and determination that our founder Laura Reinsborough devoted to the cause. She took a simple idea and implemented it with gusto. We’re proud to announce that she has been endowed with the title of GreenHero. [...]
Posted in Awards, Community Orchards, In Backyards, In the Media on Jul 1st, 2010
Not Far From The Tree is delighted to be named a finalist for Earth Day Canada’s Hometown Hero Award. We’ve joined the ranks of a select few individuals, groups, and organizations from across Canada to be recognized as an environmental leader who fosters “meaningful, long-term community awareness and action.” Thank you to all our dedicated [...]
Not Far From The Tree is delighted to announce that we’ve been selected as one of thirty-three community groups across Ontario as recipients of the Community Go Green Fund! Awarded through the Ministry of the Environment, this provincial funding will help us expand our residential fruit-picking program this year, as we continue with our important [...]
