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City Grant Program - Environmental Enhancement and Food Security Grant
Support for environmental and food security initiatives
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 15, 2025
Location
Richmond, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports environmental enhancement and food security initiatives in Richmond. Funding is available for projects that restore or preserve the local natural environment, improve food access, or support urban agriculture and local food promotion.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : October 15, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Richmond
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Environmental events and initiatives that enhance Richmond’s natural environment.
- Projects that restore or preserve the local island natural environment.
- Projects that improve food access or food security.
- Urban agriculture initiatives promoting local food producers and farmers’ markets.
Documents Needed
- Completed Environmental Enhancement and Food Security Grant Application
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Non-profit groups and individuals across Metro Vancouver
Eligible geographic areas
- Richmond
- Metro Vancouver
Additional information
- Projects led by non-profit organizations outside Richmond may still be eligible if they take place in Richmond.
- Projects from Richmond-based organizations may receive higher priority.
- Eligible projects must be inclusive.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the City Grant Program - Environmental Enhancement and Food Security Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the City Grant Program - Environmental Enhancement and Food Security Grant. 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 City Grant Program - Environmental Enhancement and Food Security Grant?
This program supports environmental enhancement and food security initiatives in Richmond. Funding is available for projects that restore or preserve the local natural environment, improve food access, or support urban agriculture and local food promotion.
How much funding can be received?
City Grant Program - Environmental Enhancement and Food Security Grant Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the City Grant Program - Environmental Enhancement and Food Security Grant program?
To be eligible for the City Grant Program - Environmental Enhancement and Food Security Grant program, you must:
Registered non-profit organization or individual
Inclusive project
Project in Richmond
What expenses are eligible under City Grant Program - Environmental Enhancement and Food Security Grant?
Environmental events and initiatives that enhance Richmond’s natural environment.
Projects that restore or preserve the local island natural environment.
Projects that improve food access or food security.
Urban agriculture initiatives promoting local food producers and farmers’ markets.
Who can I contact for more information about the City Grant Program - Environmental Enhancement and Food Security Grant?
You can contact City of Richmond Hill by email at parksprograms@richmond.ca.
Where is the City Grant Program - Environmental Enhancement and Food Security Grant available?
The City Grant Program - Environmental Enhancement and Food Security Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the City Grant Program - Environmental Enhancement and Food Security Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
City Grant Program - Environmental Enhancement and Food Security Grant is a Grant and Funding