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Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives
Private-property tree planting support
Offered by Official source: toronto.ca
City of Toronto
Source change captured
- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Neighbourhood Planting Program supports tree planting and stewardship in Toronto. It provides free native trees and shrubs, educational materials, and financial assistance for community event materials.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Toronto
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Canadians
- Legal structures
- All legal structures
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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Latest changes
Official source: toronto.ca
August 1, 2026
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community-based not-for-profit groups.
- Not-for-profit organizations, charities and institutions.
- Residents seeking private-property tree planting support.
Who is not eligible
- Businesses in Newmarket.
- Applicants outside Toronto, York Region, and Durham Region service areas.
Eligible expenses
- Materials for running planting events.
- Materials that help support plant survival after the event.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Core operating funding.
- Overhead and administrative costs.
- Capital costs and infrastructure.
- Taxes eligible for rebate.
- Invasive or herbaceous plant material.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Toronto.
Activities funded
- Tree and shrub giveaway events.
- Tree and shrub planting events.
- Tree planting and stewardship projects on private land.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program details
- Read the program information and eligibility requirements.
- Step 2: Complete the online application
- Submit the application through the Toronto Grants, Rebates and Incentives Portal.
- Step 3: Attend the information webinar
- Register for a webinar information session to learn more about the program.
Documents Needed
- Online application form.
- Property owner permission form, where required.
- Care and maintenance commitment form, where required.
- Irrigation/lighting disclosure form, where required.
Selection criteria
- Ability to increase canopy cover.
- Potential to build community connections.
- Equitable access to green infrastructure.
- Environmental impact.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the City of Toronto.
- Eligible projects are selected for funding or program participation.
- Successful applicants submit species and quantity orders, where applicable.
Additional information
- Registration is required for the webinar information session.
- Applications for the Neighbourhood Planting Program and Urban Forestry Community Grants have separate intake periods.
- Successful applicants submit species and quantity orders, where applicable.
Contacts
Official sources
Frequently Asked Questions about the Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives Program
What is the Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives?
The Neighbourhood Planting Program supports tree planting and stewardship in Toronto. It provides free native trees and shrubs, educational materials, and financial assistance for community event materials.
Who is eligible for the Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives program?
To be eligible for the Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives program, you must:
Project on private land in Toronto.
Tree planting or stewardship focus.
Applicant matches program type.
What expenses are eligible under Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives?
Materials for running planting events.
Materials that help support plant survival after the event.
Who can I contact for more information about the Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives?
You can contact City of Toronto by email at forestrygrants@toronto.ca or by phone at 416-392-4401.
Where is the Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives available?
The Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives?
Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives is funded by City of Toronto