Green Alleyway Support Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the Green Alleyway Support Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Green Alleyway Support Program is a Other Support

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Green Alleyway Support Program?

Green Alleyway Support Program is funded by City of Montreal (MTL)

Q: Who is eligible for the Green Alleyway Support Program program?

To be eligible for the Green Alleyway Support Program program, you must: • The project must receive the support of a majority of local residents. • A lane committee must be formed to carry the project forward.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Green Alleyway Support Program?

You can contact City of Montreal (MTL).

Q: Where is the Green Alleyway Support Program available?

The Green Alleyway Support Program program is available the province of QC.

Last Update: September 3, 2025

Montréal, QC

Financial and logistical support for neighbourhood green alleyway projects

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Other Support

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Funds Providers

City of Montreal

Program status

Open

Overview

The Green Alleyway Support Program provides material and financial assistance to community groups aiming to transform urban alleyways into green spaces. Eligible activities include site development, such as asphalt removal, planting, installation of outdoor furniture, and maintenance, with funding available through boroughs and local éco-quartiers.

Activities funded

Creation and development of green alleyways in residential neighborhoods.
Transformation of existing alleyways by removing asphalt and adding plants and outdoor furniture.
Implementation of community-driven greening projects with local resident involvement.
Installation of children’s play modules and recreational outdoor equipment in alleyways.
Ongoing maintenance and enhancement of greening initiatives in alleyways.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 33,100

Accessible alleyway conversion with pollinator gardens and art

$ 40,100

Installation of children’s play modules and tree canopy project

$ 38,700

Biodiversity corridor creation with native trees and habitat boxes

$ 35,000

Greening project with rain garden and outdoor activity equipment

$ 34,900

Transformation of alleyway with native plants and benches

$ 29,500

All-season greening with community composting pilot and shade sails

Eligibility

The project must aim to create a green alleyway with the support of local residents.
An alleyway committee must be formed to oversee project development and maintenance.
The application must be submitted to the relevant borough or local éco-quartier.

Eligible expenses

Costs for site development work, including removal of asphalt.
Purchase and installation of plants.
Acquisition and installation of outdoor furniture.
Installation of children’s play modules.

Eligible geographic areas

Applicants must submit their project to their borough (arrondissement) or local éco-quartier, indicating eligibility is specific to certain boroughs within a municipality.

How to apply

Mobilize local residents

Engage with local residents to discuss greening ideas
Gather support from a majority of neighbours for the project

Form an alleyway committee

Form an alleyway committee with interested residents
Designate the committee to monitor project phases

Request logistical and financial support

Contact your local éco-quartier or borough for support
Discuss potential logistical, material, and financial assistance

Prepare the development plan

Develop a detailed alleyway greening and development plan
Coordinate activities related to the implementation of the plan

Submit the project application

Submit your green alleyway project application
Apply to your borough or local éco-quartier for approval

Additional information

The borough may provide both material and financial assistance, specifically for site development tasks like removing asphalt and installing plants or furniture.
Ongoing support and coordination are available through the éco-quartier, particularly in planning and organizing development activities.
An alleyway committee is responsible for both the execution and continued maintenance of the green alleyway project.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Green Alleyway Support Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Green Alleyway Support 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 Green Alleyway Support Program?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under Green Alleyway Support Program?

Creation and development of green alleyways in residential neighborhoods. Transformation of existing alleyways by removing asphalt and adding plants and outdoor furniture. Implementation of community-driven greening projects with local resident involvement. Installation of children’s play modules and recreational outdoor equipment in alleyways. Ongoing maintenance and enhancement of greening initiatives in alleyways.