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PollinateTO Community Grants

Toronto pollinator habitat funding for community groups

Offered by
City of Toronto
Official source: toronto.ca

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Funding available
$ 5,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Resident-led groups
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Overview

PollinateTO Grants support resident-led groups, registered charities, and not-for-profit organizations in Toronto to create publicly visible pollinator habitat. Eligible projects include new pollinator or rain gardens, garden enhancements with native pollinator-friendly plants, and converting lawns, boulevards, or hard surfaces into pollinator habitat.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$5,000
Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Reach a new target audience
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
  • Renovate or adapt facilities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Toronto
  • Ontario
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Environment
Revenue structures
100% donations / grants
Scope
Local

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

PollinateTO moved to 2026 recipients and new intake cycle

PollinateTO now highlights 2026 recipients and a new intake cycle, with applications opening in September 2026 and project planning extending into 2027–2028.

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The PollinateTO Grants page now presents 2026 recipients and incoming projects instead of active application guidance, and the timeline has shifted to a new intake cycle with applications opening in September 2026. The visible project completion and planning horizon now extends into 2027–2028, while the grant amount remains up to $5,000. The page also adds a recipients list, project map, and videos, along with more explicit eligible and ineligible cost guidance for applicants. Overall, the program’s public-facing focus has shifted from applying now to reviewing funded projects and preparing for the next intake.

Official source: toronto.ca
July 6, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Resident-led groups
  • Registered charities and not-for-profit organizations
  • Resident, tenant and neighbourhood groups
  • Community groups and organizations
  • School groups, student clubs and parent councils

Who is not eligible

  • Individuals
  • For-profit businesses
  • Building and property managers
  • Grant-making organizations
  • Organizations allied with political parties

Eligible expenses

  • Direct project delivery costs

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Backyard gardens
  • Single front yard residential gardens
  • Projects that are already fully complete
  • Temporary projects not intended to last beyond one growing season
  • Beekeeping activities, education or promotion

Eligible geographic areas

  • Toronto Neighbourhood Improvement Areas (NIAs)

Activities funded

  • Create a new pollinator garden or rain garden.
  • Expand or enhance an existing garden by adding native pollinator-friendly plants.
  • Convert a lawn area, boulevard or hard surface to a pollinator garden.

How to apply

  • Download and review the Application Questions Summary.
  • Form your group and choose a Group Lead.
  • Pick your garden location and obtain the required support letter for each location.
  • Create your plans and estimated budget using the provided templates.
  • Complete the online application form and submit the required supporting documents.

Documents Needed

  • Property Owner Support Letter
  • Proposed Budget
  • Photos of proposed garden location(s)

Selection criteria

  • Support from the property owner
  • Equity considerations
  • Group experience, history and track record
  • Proposal’s ability to meet the goals and objectives of the program
  • Long-term sustainability of the project

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications will be screened for eligibility by City of Toronto staff.
  • Eligible applications will be further assessed by a Review Committee made up of representatives from various City of Toronto divisions.
  • For gardens on school grounds, City staff will engage the School Board as part of the review process.
  • Final recommendations for funding will be approved by the Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry Division, City of Toronto.
  • Successful applicants will receive notice via email and details about next steps.
  • A funding agreement will be drafted and sent to successful applicants to be signed.

Additional information

  • Priority will be given to projects located in Toronto’s Neighbourhood Improvement Areas (NIAs).
  • Successful applicants will attend an online orientation session and take part in the How to PollinateTO training program.
  • Funded groups will be required to sign the Declaration of Compliance of Anti-Harassment/Discrimination City Policy.
  • The City of Toronto has engaged official trustee organizations to provide administrative oversight of funding disbursement.

Contacts

pollinateTO@toronto.ca
437-224-3518

Official sources

Pollinate TO Grants

Program guide

Pollinate TO GrantsPollinate TO GrantsPollinate TO Grants

Application form

9832 Pollinateto Budget Template2026 2027Application Questions SummaryPayment Receipt / Honorarium FormPollinate TO GrantsPollinate TO Grants Application Form

Supporting document

Blooming Boulevards: Plant List - Sun/Part SunGroup Name: Type Group Name HereImpact Report Questions SummaryPollinate TO Property Owner Permission LetterPollinate TO: Best Practices for Pollinator Education
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Frequently Asked Questions about the PollinateTO Community Grants Program

What is the PollinateTO Community Grants?

PollinateTO Grants support resident-led groups, registered charities, and not-for-profit organizations in Toronto to create publicly visible pollinator habitat. Eligible projects include new pollinator or rain gardens, garden enhancements with native pollinator-friendly plants, and converting lawns, boulevards, or hard surfaces into pollinator habitat.

How much funding can be received?

PollinateTO Community Grants Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the PollinateTO Community Grants program?

To be eligible for the PollinateTO Community Grants program, you must: Resident-led groups, registered charities, and not-for-profit organizations Projects must create publicly visible pollinator habitat in Toronto At least three Toronto residents from separate households for resident-led groups

Who can I contact for more information about the PollinateTO Community Grants?

You can contact City of Toronto by email at pollinateTO@toronto.ca or by phone at 437-224-3518.

Where is the PollinateTO Community Grants available?

The PollinateTO Community Grants program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the PollinateTO Community Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

PollinateTO Community Grants is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the PollinateTO Community Grants?

PollinateTO Community Grants is funded by City of Toronto