Quebec town officially recognizes trees as sentient living beings with their own rights (opens original article in a new tab)

A Quebec municipality has recognized trees as sentient living beings with their own rights, inspired by a film and public debate, and will implement programs to protect tree canopies and raise awareness.

• Quebec town recognizes trees as sentient beings with rights
• Initiative inspired by film and public debate on legal status of trees
• Resolution includes programs for tree canopy protection and public awareness