Commemorative Bench and Tree Program

Donate a Bench or Plant a Memory 

The City of Thorold Commemorative Bench and Tree Program provides individuals and organizations the opportunity to purchase a bench or tree in memory of a loved one. Benches and/or trees can be placed within parks, cemeteries open spaces, waterfront and trails owned and managed by the City of Thorold subject to City approval. 

Browse through all of your options and then click on the button below to fill out the online application for your donation:

Online Application for Bench or Tree

Commemorative Bench and Tree Policy

Term of the Policy

The policy applies to bench and tree commemorations within parks, cemeteries open spaces, waterfront and trails owned and managed by the City of Thorold and as approved by the Community Services Department.

Policy Statement

The primary objective of the Policy is to provide the parameters and guidelines for citizens to participate in a Commemorative Bench and/or Commemorative Tree Program within the City’s green spaces including parks, cemeteries waterfront and trails. This policy will provide appropriate oversight and understanding of administration and maintenance responsibilities to preserve the City’s parks, cemeteries, waterfront and trails.

Commemorative Bench and Tree Policy

Fees and Charges

Commemorative Bench with Plaque included: $3,125 + HST

Bench Maintenance Fee (Reserve fund): $250 + HST

Commemorative Tree: $750 + HST

Corian Plaque Added: $300 + HST