MARTINS BROOK: A majestic white spruce from Lunenburg County has been selected as Nova Scotia’s 2025 Tree for Boston.
N.S. sends a Tree to Boston each holiday season as a thank you to the city for sending medical personnel and supplies to Nova Scotia following the Halifax Explosion in 1917.
“Nova Scotia and Boston maintain strong ties through family, business and shared history,” said Natural Resources Minister Kim Masland.
“This annual gift celebrates our enduring friendship, shows our gratitude and connects our communities across generations and borders.”
The tree was spotted on Hwy 103 near Martins Brook in dashcam video by Matt Dagley.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu came to N.S. and visited with Halifax, as well as received the tree in Lunenburg County.
She even got to do a cut of the tree.
Wu met with HRM Mayor Andy Fillmore while here, as both echoed the two cities long-standing relationship and friendship.
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The 13.7-metre (45-foot) tree was nominated by the former property owners, Ronald and Claire Feener.
The current residents support the initiative.
It was cut on Wednesday, November 12, during a public event at 49 Herman’s Island Road in Martins Brook.
“We planted this tree in our front yard over 40 years ago. We have fond memories of our family enjoying it decorated for Christmas, and we often spoke about how it would be a great tree for Boston.
“To have this tree selected this year is a dream come true and an absolute honour to help keep this important tradition alive.”
— Feener Family
In 2023, the Tree for Boston came from Stewiacke.
It was cut to much excitement in the community with a large crowd on hand.
Watch that video story here
In Boston, the tree lit up the city when the lights were turned on.
Relive that moment by watching our video story here.
