Closed
Last Update: June 7, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 15, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program offers up to $175,000 to support urban forestry plans and studies. It funds planning work that strengthens tree management, canopy growth, and future planting initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : April 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Urban forest planning and management studies
- Tree canopy strategy development
- Urban forest assessments and analysis
- Community engagement planning for urban forestry
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project workbook
- Required supporting documents
- Municipal council resolution, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian municipal governments
- Municipal corporations
- Regional organizations delivering municipal services
- Indigenous organizations and Indigenous communities
- Registered Canadian not-for-profit organizations
- For-profit organizations and private-sector entities
Who is not eligible
- Homeowners
- Federal government entities
- Provincial and territorial government entities
Eligible expenses
- Application preparation costs
- Administrative costs directly linked to the project
- Professional and technical consultant fees
- Tools and equipment related to the project
- Project-related meetings, public gatherings, and communication materials
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the application is received, except eligible application-writing and assessment costs.
- General overhead and ordinary business expenses.
- Advertising or promotional costs not specific to the project.
- Purchase or lease of real property.
- Hospitality expenses unrelated to specific cultural protocols.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Municipalities in Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Pre-application is reviewed for eligibility.
- Eligible projects are invited to submit a full application.
- Full applications are reviewed for accuracy and completeness.
- Applications then undergo peer review and internal review.
- FCM’s Board of Directors makes the funding decision.
Additional information
- GMF offers free coaching and training resources.
- Projects can be stacked with other funding sources.
- Some municipal applicants in Quebec must use the portal process approved by MAMH.
- Support materials and application guides are available online.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Green municipal fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Green municipal fund. 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 municipal fund?
This program offers up to $175,000 to support urban forestry plans and studies. It funds planning work that strengthens tree management, canopy growth, and future planting initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Green municipal fund Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Green municipal fund program?
To be eligible for the Green municipal fund program, you must:
Community forest or tree project
Supports future tree planting
Eligible urban forestry plan or study
What expenses are eligible under Green municipal fund?
Urban forest planning and management studies
Tree canopy strategy development
Urban forest assessments and analysis
Community engagement planning for urban forestry
Who can I contact for more information about the Green municipal fund?
You can contact Township of West Lincoln by email at gmfinfo@fcm.ca or by phone at 1-877-417-0550.
Where is the Green municipal fund available?
The Green municipal fund program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the Green municipal fund?
Green municipal fund is funded by Township of West Lincoln