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Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives
Support for private-property tree planting in Toronto
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports tree planting and stewardship on private property in Toronto. It offers free native trees and shrubs, community planting grants, and subsidized planting services for residents and eligible organizations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Public administration
Location
- Toronto
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Tree and shrub giveaways on private property.
- Community tree planting events.
- Tree stewardship projects on private land.
- Subsidized tree planting on private property.
Documents Needed
- Application form.
- Project guidelines.
- Order for species and quantities, where applicable.
- Pre-registration of participants, where applicable.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Toronto residents.
- Eligible community-based not-for-profit groups.
- Not-for-profit organizations, charities, and institutions.
- Public school boards, hospitals, colleges, and universities.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants outside the City of Toronto.
- Projects on non-private land.
- Front or side lawn areas owned by the City as road allowance.
Eligible expenses
- Materials to run planting events.
- Materials to support the survival of newly planted trees and shrubs.
- Subsidized tree planting services.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Toronto.
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 some tree giveaway events.
- Plants are available while supplies last.
- Some community event pickup locations change by season.
- The program includes both free plant giveaways and subsidized planting services.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives. 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 Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives?
This program supports tree planting and stewardship on private property in Toronto. It offers free native trees and shrubs, community planting grants, and subsidized planting services for residents and eligible organizations.
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?
Tree and shrub giveaways on private property.
Community tree planting events.
Tree stewardship projects on private land.
Subsidized tree planting on private property.
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 Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives?
Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives is funded by City of Toronto