Green Infrastructure

An image of a woman and a young girl at a planting site. They are crouched down around a newly planted tree. There is a dark green block at the top that says "Demonstrate Stream Applications Now Open! Apply by December 1, 2025." Another dark green block at the bottom has the Living Cities Canada and GCC logos.

Intake Open for 2026 Demonstrate Stream of Living Cities Canada Fund

November 14, 2025
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

November 5, 2025
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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Four youth gathered around a newly planted tree in fresh soil. One of them is holding a shovel. All of them are smiling into the camera.

Digging Deeper: How Soil Health Research Supports Canada’s Mini Forest Movement 

September 18, 2025
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

May 22, 2025
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

April 30, 2025
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

April 22, 2025
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!

March 19, 2025
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

March 13, 2025
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

January 31, 2025
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

January 31, 2025
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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