Town will Proactively Remove Trees for Safety

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FORT ERIE (March 27, 2026) – The Town will remove four mature trees at the end of Mississauga Ave, and three uprooted trees in Waverly Beach, to protect people and property.

Removals are happening to balance the safety of a new home with the preservation of the local tree canopy while also protecting public safety.

Why the trees need to be removed:

Two Maples: These trees have hollow, rotten bases. They pose a high risk to the house, which has already been damaged by a previous tree failure.

One Poplar: Half of the root system is blocked by a concrete foundation. This is the same issue that caused a previous poplar to strike the home.

One Poplar: This tree has become unstable due to windthrow. The removal of nearby trees for the new subdivision left it without protection from high winds.

Three Maples (Waverly Beach): Uprooted trees are dangerous because they are often unstable, heavy, and can cause significant damage and injury if they fall unexpectedly.

What to expect:

Four unhealthy trees will be removed to eliminate safety hazards on the property.

Three naturally uprooted maple trees in the Waverly Beach area will also be removed safely to prevent potential harm.

Space to grow:

No new planting is planned. Removing the larger trees allows sunlight to reach the understory, giving smaller trees the space to grow and take their place.

Wood will remain on-site to provide natural habitat for local wildlife.

When:

Driftwood Tree Service will preform the work on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (April 1, 2, 3). 

Where:

Questions:

Contact the Town at 905-871-1600 or customerservice@forterie.ca, or visit forterie.ca to share questions or concerns.

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