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FAQ
Your Questions Answered
Is this app free?
Planters are paid by piece work — per tree planted — which means your effort directly determines your earnings.
- Prices range from 13.5¢ to 18¢ a tree.
- Training is paid hourly.
After your first two training shifts, you must plant at least 1,200 trees per day. Pay is issued bi-weekly.
How do I track my work?
Each box of trees has a sticker showing the count. You’ll hand these stickers to your crew boss daily to record your production. Planters are encouraged to keep their own tally to compare with company records for accuracy and peace of mind.
In addition, planters track their daily production into tree-tracker pro, a mobile app developed exclusively for operations at our company.
Are there any deductions from my pay?
Yes. Deductions include:
- Camp cost: $30 + HST per day (covers food, clean water, power, and camp amenities)
- Equipment (optional):
- Tree bags – $142.95 + HST
- Shovel – $75.95 + HST
- CPP and EI at standard government rates
- Provincial and Federal income tax as per CRA requirements.
Click here for more information on deductions required by the CRA.
What is a typical work schedule?
The standard rotation is four days on, one day off, with occasional adjustments.
A typical workday looks like this:
- 6:00 AM: Breakfast and lunch prep
- 7:00 AM: Depart camp
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Planting on the block
- 6:00 PM: Dinner in camp
- Evening: Free time and recovery
Most planters are in bed by 9:00 PM to stay rested.
What do days off look like?
Days off include a trip to town (laundry, groceries, supplies) and sometimes group recreation like hikes, lake days, or camp events. You’ll have around four hours in town and can use personal vehicles for flexibility.
What is camp life like?
You’ll live in a tent camp with shared amenities such as a kitchen, eating area, hot showers and laundry facilities. The company provides high-quality food, clean drinking water, lockers and power for charging devices. Expect rustic but organized living — cleanliness and cooperation are essential.
How does training work?
Training starts in camp with orientation, safety, and policy sessions, followed by hands-on field training led by crew bosses and quality inspectors. The first two shifts are dedicated to skill-building, learning planting techniques, reading land, and managing pace. Veterans may also join for refreshers.
What kind of support and leadership is there?
Each crew has a Crew Boss who trains planters, assigns pieces, checks quality, and manages logistics. Supervisors oversee camp operations, health, and safety. We also runs a Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) so every crew has a voice in safety matters.
