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Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants
Funding for resident-led Toronto climate action and education projects
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants provide up to $7,500 in government funding to support resident-led projects in Toronto that foster climate education, community engagement, and emissions reduction. Eligible activities include emission-reducing initiatives such as repair events and renewable energy feasibility studies, as well as climate change education through workshops and interactive community programs.
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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 : 7,500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Toronto
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community-led projects that educate and engage the public on climate change through interactive events, workshops, or campaigns.
- Initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in neighbourhoods, such as organizing repair or swap events, cycling clinics, or anti-idling campaigns.
- Development and delivery of climate change educational resources, including toolkits, guides, or citizen science projects.
- Neighbourhood activities supporting waste reduction, recycling, sharing libraries, or nature-based climate solutions like local carbon sequestration efforts.
- Feasibility studies or pilot projects for sustainable energy adoption or retrofits within the community.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Resident-led groups consisting of at least three members residing in different households in Toronto (postal codes starting with M)
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses or ventures, including Business Improvement Areas.
- Non-profit organizations.
- Industry or trade associations.
- Organizations mandated by other levels of government (e.g., universities, schools, hospitals).
- Landlord/tenant and condominium corporations.
Eligible expenses
- Equipment rentals and small equipment purchases (equipment must remain in the community after the project ends)
- Honoraria, food expenses, transit costs, and personal protective gear for volunteers
- Honoraria for Elders and Knowledge Keepers
- Barrier reduction costs for project participants, such as childminding, meals, or transit
- Honoraria for group members
- Consultant and staffing fees directly related to the project
- Local travel expenses (such as public transit tickets or car-for-hire receipts)
- Interpretation and translation fees
- Training and workshop expenses, including facilitation or speaker fees
- Training expenses (for example, food handlers training)
- Communications and promotion (such as printing and digital advertising)
- Permit fees, space rental, and liability insurance for community events and activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Resident-led groups with at least three members residing in different households in Toronto (postal codes starting with M).
- Projects based in all Toronto neighbourhoods are eligible.
- Priority for projects based in Neighbourhood Improvement Areas (NIA) and Emerging Neighbourhoods (EN) within Toronto.
Additional information
- Successful applicants are matched with a community organization trustee responsible for managing funds.
- A mid-year progress report and a final project report, including financial details and supporting media, are mandatory for all recipients.
- Applicants must notify staff and their city councillor at least two weeks in advance of all public-facing events.
- Free access to community centre and library spaces is available for project activities, provided booking procedures and notice requirements are followed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants. 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 Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants?
The Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants provide up to $7,500 in government funding to support resident-led projects in Toronto that foster climate education, community engagement, and emissions reduction. Eligible activities include emission-reducing initiatives such as repair events and renewable energy feasibility studies, as well as climate change education through workshops and interactive community programs.
How much funding can be received?
Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants Funds up to $7,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants program?
To be eligible for the Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants program, you must:
Not open to non-profit organizations
Not open to for-profit businesses or ventures
What expenses are eligible under Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants?
Community-led projects that educate and engage the public on climate change through interactive events, workshops, or campaigns.
Initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in neighbourhoods, such as organizing repair or swap events, cycling clinics, or anti-idling campaigns.
Development and delivery of climate change educational resources, including toolkits, guides, or citizen science projects.
Neighbourhood activities supporting waste reduction, recycling, sharing libraries, or nature-based climate solutions like local carbon sequestration efforts.
Feasibility studies or pilot projects for sustainable energy adoption or retrofits within the community.
Who can I contact for more information about the Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants?
You can contact City of Toronto by email at Sharene.Shafie@toronto.ca or by phone at 416-392-1848.
Where is the Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants available?
The Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants is a Grant and Funding