Register to become an Urban Forest Ambassador!
The Urban Forest Ambassador Program is a free resident awareness program dedicated to protecting Edmonton’s elm and ash trees.
Program Overview
Urban Forest Ambassadors:
- Participate in a City-led training session
- Learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of Dutch elm disease and emerald ash borer
- Play an important role in how we protect our elm trees.
No prior experience in tree care or horticulture is necessary, as the program provides all required training.
Program Eligibility
Edmontonians who meet the following criteria are encouraged to join:
- You are passionate about the health and preservation of our urban forest
- You can dedicate a small amount of time to observing local elm and ash trees
- You want to raise awareness about Dutch elm disease and emerald ash borer prevention
Source: Debbie Miller, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org
Become an Urban Forest Ambassador
Ready to play a vital role in protecting Edmonton’s urban forest? Becoming an Urban Forest Ambassador starts with a free informative training session.
Training Overview
This training provides the knowledge and skills to:
- Recognize early signs and symptoms of Dutch elm disease and emerald ash borer
- Understand tree health
- Support surveillance in your neighbourhood
- Learn how the City is responding
- Contribute to City-wide reporting
With thousands of elms and ash trees lining both private and public spaces across the city, early detection is essential. Urban Forest Ambassadors serve as knowledgeable representatives within their neighbourhoods and act as an extra set of eyes as we safeguard our urban forest.
Upcoming Training Session
Join us for our next training session to gain key knowledge and skills.
Date: Thursday July 10, 2025
Time: 7-8:30pm
Location: Lois Hole (Callingwood) Library
Ambassadors are dedicated volunteers who help share information about Dutch elm disease and emerald ash borer with their neighbours.