A tradition between two cities continues.

Nova Scotia’s 2025 Tree for Boston has been selected.

It’s a 13.7 metre white spruce planted by the Feener family 40 years ago in Lunenburg County, according to a release from the Department of Natural Resources. The current property owners support the initiative.

Our province gifts an evergreen to the city each holiday season as thanks for its help after 1917’s Halifax Explosion.

Boston dispatched a train with supplies and emergency personnel within 24 hours of the disaster, which killed nearly 2,000 people and left thousands more injured and homeless.

In a statement, Ronald and Claire Feener say, “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.”

Natural Resources Minister Kim Masland says, Nova Scotia and Boston maintain strong ties through family, business and shared history. This annual gift celebrates our enduring friendship, shows our gratitude and connects our communities across generations and borders.”

Located in Martins Brook, this year’s majestic spruce will be cut during a public event on November 12th.

Boston’s 84th annual tree-lighting ceremony will take place December 4th.