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Greening Canada's School Grounds
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Canada
Supports school greening to connect students with nature
Grant and Funding
Overview
This funding supports school greening projects up to $10,000. It aims to enhance student learning and strengthen relationships with nature through greening activities on educational institution properties.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Reduce the ecological footprint
Raise awareness and mobilize the public
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : December 1, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Higher Education
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Activities funded
- School greening projects that enhance the learning experience for students.
- Initiatives that strengthen students’ relationship with nature on school grounds.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 9,700
Build a native pollinator garden and outdoor classroom area
$ 9,950
Install a rain garden with shade trees and outdoor seating
Eligibility
- The project must be a school greening initiative that enhances students’ learning experience and connection with nature.
- The project must take place on an educational institution property.
Who is eligible?
- Elementary or primary schools
- Junior and high schools
- Universities and colleges
- Other educational institutions
Additional information
- Typical turnaround is indicated as March.
- A program deadline is listed as December 1, 2025 (status shown as “Deadline has passed”).
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