Partners in Planting

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 application deadline for this grant program was June 1, 2025.

Q: Is the Partners in Planting a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Partners in Planting is a Partnering and Collaboration

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Partners in Planting?

Partners in Planting is funded by Tree Canada

Q: Who is eligible for the Partners in Planting program?

To be eligible for the Partners in Planting program, you must: • Open to companies wishing to organize employee tree planting or maintenance events • Companies must submit an interest form with organizational goals

Q: Where is the Partners in Planting available?

The Partners in Planting program is available across Canada.

Last Update: August 1, 2025

Canada

Corporate team-building through urban tree planting activities across Canada

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : March 1, 2025
Closing date : June 1, 2025

Financing Type

Partnering and Collaboration

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The Partners in Planting program supports corporate team-building events by facilitating tree planting and stewardship activities in urban areas across Canada. While the program offers comprehensive planning and coordination for eligible organizations, no specific maximum funding amount is stated.

Activities funded

Organizing corporate team events focused on tree planting in urban environments.
Participating in tree and shrub stewardship activities, such as watering, mulching, invasive species removal, and general tree care at local sites.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 1,400

Small business team day planting urban fruit trees in schoolyard

$ 3,300

Nonprofit partners to reforest vacant lots with volunteers and shrubs

$ 4,900

Annual company day for mulching and early season tree care

$ 3,700

Employee team activity to establish riparian buffer along creek

$ 4,100

Team event removing invasives and planting pollinator-friendly shrubs

$ 7,800

Corporate volunteer day focused on planting diverse native tree species

Eligibility

The applicant must be a company or organization interested in participating in tree planting or stewardship activities.
The company must be able to commit employees to a scheduled team activity in an urban community in Canada during the spring or fall planting seasons.
The applicant must submit an interest form and provide relevant organizational details to initiate the planning process.

Who is eligible?

Companies

Eligible expenses

Tree planting materials such as trees and shrubs.
Supplies required for tree maintenance, including watering and mulching.
Resources for invasive species removal and general site stewardship.

Eligible geographic areas

Cities across Canada

How to apply

Submit interest form

Complete the interest form with your organization details
Share your specific goals for the event
Submit your contact information for follow-up

Coordinate event planning

Connect with the Program Team and a Forestry Specialist
Coordinate details such as location, schedule, and activity type
Discuss and tailor the event to your organization’s needs

Finalize site and details

Partners secure a suitable planting or stewardship site
Finalize activity type: planting or tree care
Prepare materials and logistics for your event

Participate in planting event

Attend the scheduled event with your team
Participate in planting or stewardship activities led by a Forestry Specialist
Contribute to the greening of your community

Additional information

Events are scheduled during Canada's annual planting seasons in spring and fall.
A lead time of three to four months is required to organize the event and secure a suitable site.
Each event is led by a Forestry Specialist and typically lasts approximately two hours.
Event activities are tailored based on the specific needs of the selected site.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Partners in Planting Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Partners in Planting. 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.