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50 Million Tree Program
Funding support for large-scale tree planting
Last Update: May 29, 2026
Funding available
Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program helps reduce the cost of large-scale tree planting for landowners. It supports afforestation, riparian buffers, windbreaks, and forest restoration projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Afforestation.
- Riparian buffer planting.
- Windbreak planting.
- Forest restoration planting.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Landowners.
- Community groups.
- Environmental organizations.
- Companies interested in planting trees.
Eligible expenses
- Tree planting costs.
- Project implementation costs.
- Tree maintenance costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Watersheds of the Vermilion, Wanapitei, and Whitefish rivers.
- Areas west of, and including, Alban, Noelville, St. Charles, and Markstay/Warren.
- Communities across Canada, subject to local planting partner availability.
Selection criteria
- Program eligibility review.
- Site eligibility.
- Local planting partner availability.
How to apply
- Step 1: Apply online
- Complete and submit the application form on the program website.
- Step 2: Application review
- The application is reviewed for program eligibility.
- Step 3: Site visit and planning
- If eligible, a local forestry professional or planting partner schedules a site visit and prepares a preliminary plan.
- Step 4: Agreement and planting
- The planting partner and landowner agree on the plan and sign the project agreement before planting begins.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed for program eligibility.
- Eligible projects are referred to a local forestry professional or planting partner.
- A site visit is scheduled and a preliminary plan is prepared if the site is eligible.
- A project agreement is signed before planting begins.
- Survival assessments are completed in years two and five.
Additional information
- Landowners may need to contribute to project costs or provide in-kind support.
- Planting partners may be required, and availability can vary by location.
- Survival assessments are completed in years two and five.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the 50 Million Tree Program Program
What is the 50 Million Tree Program?
The program helps reduce the cost of large-scale tree planting for landowners. It supports afforestation, riparian buffers, windbreaks, and forest restoration projects.
How much funding can be received?
50 Million Tree Program Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the 50 Million Tree Program program?
To be eligible for the 50 Million Tree Program program, you must:
At least 1 hectare of productive land.
Open or mostly open land.
15-year conservation agreement.
What expenses are eligible under 50 Million Tree Program?
Afforestation.
Riparian buffer planting.
Windbreak planting.
Forest restoration planting.
Who can I contact for more information about the 50 Million Tree Program?
You can contact Nickel District Conservation Foundation (NDCF) by email at jaimee.bergeron@conservationsudbury.ca or by phone at (705) 674-5249 x204.
Where is the 50 Million Tree Program available?
The 50 Million Tree Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the 50 Million Tree Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
50 Million Tree Program is a Partnering and Collaboration