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Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : May 16, 2025
- Closing date : September 18, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
The 2 Billion Trees program now supports only existing agreements, as it is no longer accepting new applications. It funds tree planting projects across Canada through streams for provinces and territories, Indigenous organizations, third-party organizations, federal lands, and urban communities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : May 16, 2025
- Closing date : September 18, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Tree planting projects across Canada.
- Reporting and documentation for current recipients.
Documents Needed
- Report submissions and related documentation for current recipients.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Existing recipients with active 2BT agreements.
- Provinces and territories.
- Indigenous governments, communities, and organizations.
- Third-party organizations, including for-profit and non-profit organizations.
- Municipalities and school boards for urban tree planting projects.
Who is not eligible
- New applicants, as the program is no longer accepting applications.
Eligible expenses
- Tree planting-related costs for approved recipient projects.
- Monitoring and related reporting activities for current recipients.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- New applications for funding.
Eligible geographic areas
- Across Canada.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are no longer being accepted.
- Current recipients can access the 2BT Portal to submit reports and related documentation.
- Existing agreements remain in effect and will be honoured.
Additional information
- The program is now closed to new applications.
- Existing agreements will still be honoured.
- Current recipients can use the portal to submit reports and related documents.
Frequently Asked Questions about the 2 Billion Trees Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the 2 Billion Trees Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the 2 Billion Trees Program?
The 2 Billion Trees program now supports only existing agreements, as it is no longer accepting new applications. It funds tree planting projects across Canada through streams for provinces and territories, Indigenous organizations, third-party organizations, federal lands, and urban communities.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was September 18, 2025.
Who is eligible for the 2 Billion Trees Program program?
To be eligible for the 2 Billion Trees Program program, you must:
Existing recipients only.
Reporting through the portal.
What expenses are eligible under 2 Billion Trees Program?
Tree planting projects across Canada.
Reporting and documentation for current recipients.
Who can I contact for more information about the 2 Billion Trees Program?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan).
Where is the 2 Billion Trees Program available?
The 2 Billion Trees Program program is available across Canada.
Is the 2 Billion Trees Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
2 Billion Trees Program is a Grant and Funding