Elm pruning ban: April 1 – August 31
Pruning elms during the ban attracts the beetles that spread Dutch elm disease. Elms can still be fully removed any time, and elm firewood can’t be used, stored, moved or sold.
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Helpful info for choosing an arborist
Learn the basics
Arborist-approved websites for self-education
One of the best ways to choose an arborist is to learn a few basic principles of tree care yourself. These are the sites we trust and recommend to our customers.
International Society of Arboriculture
The worldwide professional body for arborists. It sets the standards for tree care and runs the Certified Arborist program.
Read moreTreesAreGood.org
ISA’s plain-language guides for tree owners: pruning, planting, why topping hurts trees, and how to hire an arborist.
Read moreVerify an arborist’s credential
Check that anyone working on your trees really holds the ISA certification they claim.
Read moreISA Prairie Chapter
The ISA chapter for Saskatchewan and Manitoba, with local news, events and arborist training.
Read moreSask 1st Call
Planning to plant a tree or grind a stump? Request free locates for buried lines before you dig.
Read moreSaskatchewan forestry
Provincial information on Dutch elm disease, forest pests and how to report problem trees.
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Certified Arborists are professionals
When selecting an arborist, check for ISA arborist certification.
ISA Certified Arborists are experienced professionals who have passed a comprehensive exam covering all aspects of tree care, and who keep their certification current through ongoing education.
Before you hire anyone, ask for:
- Proof of ISA certification (you can verify it online)
- A written estimate that explains the work
- References or photos of past jobs
Be wary of anyone who offers to “top” a tree or uses climbing spikes on a tree that’s being kept. Both cause lasting damage.
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