Andrew D. Almas

A biogeographical analysis of taxonomic diversity and native species dominance in 32 Canadian street tree populations

Alexander J.F. Martin, Lukas G. Olson, Andrew D. Almas, Carly D. Ziter et autres

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Taking Stock: The Current State of Urban Forestry Education at International Institutions of Higher Education

Sara Barron, Monika Egerer, Andrew D. Almas, John Rayner et autres

Abstract Background Urban forestry has evolved over the past 50 years, growing into a distinct profession with expanding global initiatives and increasing funding. This paper examines the state of urban forestry education, analyzing current programs, competencies, and educational approaches. Methods We conducted …

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Right Appraisal for the Right Purpose: Comparing Techniques for Appraising Heritage Trees in Australia and Canada

Nicholas Ott, Amy Blood, Andrew D. Almas, Sara Barron

Abstract Background Large old trees are keystone structures in global decline: they are vulnerable to severe injuries and require careful management in urban areas. Heritage status offers some protection, but status alone is insufficient. Tree appraisals have potential to express this living …

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The Structural Diversity of Canada’s Urban Forests: A National Summary and an Analysis of Street Tree Size Across Ecozones, City Sizes, and Within Cities

Alexander J.F. Martin, Lukas G. Olson, Andrew D. Almas, Andrew K. Koeser et autres

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Knowledge translation for the advancement of practice: A survey of facilitators and barriers in arboriculture and urban forestry

Alexander J.F. Martin, Lukas G. Olson, Andrew D. Almas

Skilled, interdisciplinary professionals rely upon research and information sharing to remain knowledgeable. The management of the urban forest is an ever-evolving discipline, and updates to standards, best practices, and techniques occur frequently. Despite the volume of new research published in the complementary …

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Urban wildlife and arborists: environmental governance and the protection of wildlife during tree care operations

Alexander J.F. Martin, Andrew D. Almas

Abstract When working with urban trees, arborists can negatively impact urban wildlife. There have been recent efforts to strengthen wildlife protection and conservation during arboricultural practices, both legislatively and voluntarily through arboriculture organizations. To examine arborists’ perceptions of these environmental policies and …

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Arborists and Urban Foresters Support for Urban Wildlife and Habitat Sustainability: Results of an Urban Ecology-Focused Survey of Arborists

Alexander J.F. Martin, Andrew D. Almas

Urbanization is causing fragmentation of natural areas and impacting urban wildlife populations. Sustainability of wildlife and their habitat in arboriculture has focused on three key areas: retaining wildlife snags and beneficial-tree features (e.g., hollows/cavities), education of arborists and the public, and the …

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A Private Tree By-Law’s Contribution to Maintaining a Diverse Urban Forest: Exploring Homeowners’ Replanting Compliance and the Role of Construction Activities in Toronto, Canada

Tenley M. Conway, Jihan Khatib, Janele Tetreult, Andrew D. Almas

Many municipalities are working to protect and grow their urban forest, including adopting private tree regulations. Such regulations typically require property-owners to apply for a permit to remove trees and, if the permit is granted, plant replacement trees. Even with such regulations, …

Campus Urban Forest Inventory and Assessment : Phase 1B

Tahia Devisscher, Andrew D. Almas

Urban Forest Inventory and Assessment (UFOR 101) addresses 1) the need to teach students about urban forest structure, composition, and distribution, and how these influence the ecosystem services and benefits urban forests provide, and 2) the need for a sound overview and …

Ecosystem services, ecological integrity, and native species planting: How to balance these ideas in urban forest management?

Tenley M. Conway, Andrew D. Almas, Danielle Coore

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Resident Attitudes and Actions Toward Native Tree Species: A Case Study of Residents in Four Southern Ontario Municipalities

Andrew D. Almas, Tenley M. Conway

Abstract Urban forests are increasingly acknowledged as important areas for producing ecosystem services and maintaining ecosystem processes. In response, municipalities throughout North America have been adopting long-term plans to support strategic management of the urban forest. These plans have the potential to …

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Native Trees, Urban Forest Management Planning, and Residents: Knowledge, Attitudes, and Actions

Andrew D. Almas

In the past decade, municipalities across North America have increased investment in their urban forests in an effort to maintain and enhance the numerous benefits provided by them. Some municipalities have drafted long-term urban forest management plans (UFMPs) that emphasize the planting …