Mayor Defends Tree Funding Amid Budget Shift | Winnipeg News

Winnipeg’s tree planting budget is in the crosshairs after the province redirected $1.236 million toward Churchill Exhibit — but the mayor’s listening. Faced with a proposed slash to $9.825 million for 2026, he’s pushing a new plan to protect the urban forest, citing public outcry and trees’ vital role in climate resilience. Residents and groups are rallying behind the mayor, calling the original move shortsighted — and proving that community voices can sway big decisions. Council votes next week could decide whether Winnipeg’s green future survives. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d30cd26508b78588