
Intake Open for 2026 Demonstrate Stream of Living Cities Canada Fund
Apply by December 1, 2025, at 11:59 pm ET Apply Now We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Demonstrate Stream…
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Response to 2025 Federal Budget
While Green Communities Canada (GCC) welcomes the confirmation of several commitments in the 2025 Federal Budget, we await crucial details on investments in nature-based solutions, active transportation, and electrifying…
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Digging Deeper: How Soil Health Research Supports Canada’s Mini Forest Movement
The healthy growth of any planting project depends on its foundation: the soil provides the structure, nutrients, and microbial life that our gardens and forests…
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Green Communities Canada Announces 36 Recipients of the 2025 Living Cities Canada Fund
As the global community marks World Biodiversity Day (May 22), Green Communities Canada (GCC) is announcing the 36 recipients of one of our biggest annual…
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Living Cities: Tackling Food Insecurity Through Community Greening
Living cities provide healthier, greener, and more inclusive environments. Yet, access to affordable food remains challenging for urban communities most affected by poverty, climate change,…
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Two National Charities Celebrate Earth Day by Teaming up to Support 10 Urban Tree-Planting Projects
Photo: A 2024 planting project supported by both Green Communities Canada (GCC) and Trees for Life. Located in Ottawa, this project was led by GCC…
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Green Communities Canada Celebrates International Day of Forests!
Happy International Day of Forests Every year on March 21, the world celebrates the International Day of Forests and recognizes the invaluable contributions forests and…
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Living Cities: Planting in Urban Areas of Need
Living cities are places where all residents have access to healthier, safer, and greener spaces. Historically, those residents most affected by the impacts of climate change…
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2024 Living Cities Canada Fund Impact Report
You may view & download the 2024 Living Cities Canada Fund Impact Report by clicking here. The Living Cities Canada Fund is a program of…
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Voices for Action – Growing the Mini Forest Movement in Canada
In January 2025, Green Communities Canada hosted our first Voices for Action webinar on the topic of “Growing the Mini Forest Movement in Canada.” You…
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