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Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
PollinateTO provides up to $5,000 to support community-led pollinator habitat projects in Toronto. It funds new gardens, garden enhancements, and conversions of lawns, boulevards, or hard surfaces into publicly visible pollinator habitat.
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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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Create a new pollinator garden or rain garden.
- Expand or enhance an existing garden with native pollinator-friendly plants.
- Convert a lawn area, boulevard, or hard surface into a pollinator garden.
- Build publicly visible pollinator habitat in Toronto.
Documents Needed
- Property Owner Support Letter
- Proposed Budget Summary
- Photos of the proposed garden location(s)
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Resident-led groups
- Registered charities
- Non-profit organizations
- Business improvement areas
- School groups and parent councils
Who is not eligible
- Individuals applying alone
- 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
- Projects already fully completed
- Temporary projects lasting only one growing season
- Gardens used solely for urban agriculture
- Beekeeping activities, education, or promotion
- Gardens that are not visible to the public
Eligible geographic areas
- Toronto
- All Toronto neighbourhoods
- Toronto Neighbourhood Improvement Areas
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are screened for eligibility by City of Toronto staff.
- Eligible applications are reviewed by a Review Committee.
- Final funding recommendations are approved by the Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry Division.
- Successful applicants are notified by email and receive next-step details.
- A funding agreement is issued for signature before funds are released.
Additional information
- Successful applicants attend an online orientation session and PollinateTO training.
- A funding agreement must be signed before funding is issued.
- Funded groups must submit an Impact Report and an Expense Summary after completion.
- Projects approved for City parks may be connected with trustee organizations for funding administration.
Frequently Asked Questions about the PollinateTO Community Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the PollinateTO Community 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 PollinateTO Community Grants?
PollinateTO provides up to $5,000 to support community-led pollinator habitat projects in Toronto. It funds new gardens, garden enhancements, and conversions of lawns, boulevards, or hard surfaces into publicly visible pollinator habitat.
Who is eligible for the PollinateTO Community Grants program?
To be eligible for the PollinateTO Community Grants program, you must:
Three Toronto residents in separate households
Publicly visible project in Toronto
Property support and water access
What expenses are eligible under PollinateTO Community Grants?
Create a new pollinator garden or rain garden.
Expand or enhance an existing garden with native pollinator-friendly plants.
Convert a lawn area, boulevard, or hard surface into a pollinator garden.
Build publicly visible pollinator habitat in Toronto.
Where is the PollinateTO Community Grants available?
The PollinateTO Community Grants program is available across Canada.
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