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Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program
Fully funded tree planting support in Nova Scotia
Last Update: May 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests supports tree planting projects to help plant up to 21 million trees by 2031. Qualifying projects can receive fully funded trees and planting, with support for site preparation, monitoring, maintenance, and native seed collection.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Tree planting projects on suitable land in Nova Scotia.
- Underplanting in established forest areas.
- Seed collection to support native tree supply.
Documents Needed
- Expression of interest form
- Organization information, if applicable
- Contact details
- Site or project details
- Participation waiver
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private landowners
- Governments
- Not-for-profit and for-profit organizations and companies
- Indigenous organizations and communities
- Community land trusts
Who is not eligible
- Projects on land primarily used for timber production
- Streetscaping projects
- Landscaping projects
- Projects involving shrubs, fruit trees, or non-native tree species
Eligible expenses
- Tree supply and planting
- Site preparation
- Monitoring and maintenance
- Grass seed or other ground cover
- Deer prevention measures
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects on land primarily used for timber production
- Streetscaping projects
- Landscaping projects
- Projects that help meet legal forest regeneration obligations
- Planting shrubs, fruit trees, or non-native tree species
Eligible geographic areas
- Nova Scotia
Processing and Agreement
- Expression of interest is reviewed after submission.
- Applicants are contacted to discuss the project.
- Projects are developed and refined with the program team.
- Final review and approval are made by a provincial forestry panel.
Additional information
- Expressions of interest are accepted on a rolling basis.
- Projects may be matched together based on regionality.
- A participation waiver must be signed before site work begins.
- Participants may need to approve the planting plan before work starts.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests 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 Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program?
Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests supports tree planting projects to help plant up to 21 million trees by 2031. Qualifying projects can receive fully funded trees and planting, with support for site preparation, monitoring, maintenance, and native seed collection.
Who is eligible for the Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program program?
To be eligible for the Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program program, you must:
At least 2.5 hectares of suitable land.
Located in Nova Scotia.
Project must be for tree planting.
What expenses are eligible under Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program?
Tree planting projects on suitable land in Nova Scotia.
Underplanting in established forest areas.
Seed collection to support native tree supply.
Who can I contact for more information about the Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program?
You can contact Clean Foundation by email at thrivingforests@cleanfoundation.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program available?
The Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program?
Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program is funded by Clean Foundation