We create urban green spaces that:

Green Communities Canada has been leading green infrastructure programs for over 15 years. We know that many communities are already experiencing the impacts of climate change. GCC’s green infrastructure programming addresses key risks and builds local resilience to assist cities to adapt and mitigate impacts of changing climate.

We started our RAIN programming in 2010 to encourage green stormwater infrastructure, often known as low impact development. A host of services offered through our RAIN programs supported stormwater innovations aimed at reducing runoff by managing rain where it falls. 

In 2012, we launched our Depave Paradise program, which provides training and resources to help guide volunteers and communities remove unneeded pavement and plant gardens rich with native plants.  

Starting in 2021, we consolidated our green infrastructure programming into our new Living Cities Canada program. one umbrella program. Living Cities Canada provides a cohesive vision, opportunities, and support for community organizations to strategically engage and advance policy and action-based green infrastructure projects in their communities. Projects funded by the Living Cities Canada Fund include green infrastructure interventions such as depave projects, mini-forests, rain gardens, and more!