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Developing a green alley or public space in CDN-NDG
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Supports community-led greening and public space improvement projects
Grant and Funding
Overview
The "Aménager une ruelle verte ou un espace public à CDN-NDG" grant supports citizen groups and local non-profit organizations in Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce to develop green alleys or underused public spaces with the goal of enhancing community gathering spaces and environmental quality. Eligible activities include demineralization, greening, urban agriculture, public beautification, the installation of street furniture, and improvements for safety and social belonging; no maximum funding amount is specified.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
- Reduce the ecological footprint
- Supporting volunteer engagement
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : June 15, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Other Racialized Persons
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
Activities funded
- Creation or transformation of green alleys to enhance neighborhood spaces.
- Development of underused public spaces, such as medians, cul-de-sacs, park areas, or green spaces, into community gathering places.
- Urban greening initiatives, including planting ground covers, trees, shrubs, and flowering plants.
- Implementation of urban agriculture projects through the installation of planting boxes.
- Beautification and improvement of public spaces to foster community engagement and improve quality of life.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 10,400
Upgrading alley with greenery, speed bumps and game zone
$ 9,600
Planting a nectar-rich pollinator garden with educational signage
$ 10,300
Creating an inclusive space with murals and adapted seating areas
$ 11,900
Creation of a community parklet with urban agriculture planters
$ 14,500
Transforming an unused alley into a pollinator-friendly green corridor
$ 9,400
Demineralizing an alley and adding safety play installations
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a group of at least three residents from the Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CDN-NDG) borough or a non-profit organization recognized by the CDN-NDG Borough.
- The project must involve the development of a green alley or a public space (such as a median, cul-de-sac, park area, or other public green space) within CDN-NDG.
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations recognized by the Borough of Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CDN-NDG)
Eligible expenses
- Removal of asphalt or cement (demineralization) and groundcover planting
- Ground plantings such as trees, shrubs, perennials, and nectar gardens
- Planter boxes for urban agriculture
- Public space enhancements, including installation of outdoor furniture to create welcoming environments
- Murals or painted ground art
- Installation of safety game structures
- Speed reduction solutions (e.g., speed bumps) for green alleys
Eligible geographic areas
- Borough of Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CDN-NDG), Montreal, Quebec
Selection criteria
- Ecological impact (20%)
- Social impact (25%)
- Project sustainability (25%)
- Feasibility (25%)
- Project relevance (5%)
How to apply
1
Prepare application and mobilize group
- Review the program guide for detailed information
- Determine eligibility as a resident group or nonprofit organization
- Select an appropriate space for your project
- Mobilize interested community members
2
Submit project application
- Complete and submit the official project application form
- Ensure all required documents and details are included
- Respect the submission deadline
3
Project evaluation and selection
- Wait for project analysis by program coordinators
- Your project will be evaluated based on ecological impact, social impact, sustainability, feasibility, and relevance
- If selected, you will be contacted for a first work meeting
4
Start planning and project launch
- Participate in the initial meeting with Éco-quartier and partners
- Plan the steps for developing and completing your project
5
Implement the project
- Carry out the implementation of the green alley or public space
- Coordinate with stakeholders, Eco-quartier, and the Borough
6
Ensure project sustainability
- Ensure the sustainability of improvements
- Engage the community for long-term project maintenance
Additional information
- Projects can be submitted by groups of at least three residents or a recognized non-profit organization in the borough.
- The program also provides a guide to assist applicants in understanding all program details.
- Unsuccessful applicants are encouraged to reapply in future calls for projects.
- Eco-quartier supports applicants and facilitates coordination between all project partners throughout the process.
Contacts
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