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Connecting people with local food sources

Since 2012, Tree Canada has completed over 279 Edible Trees projects and planted over 21,900 fruit and nut trees in communities across Canada.

Eligible projects receive up to $10,000 in funding to cover the cost of purchasing and planting edible trees and shrubs, site preparation, tree maintenance, planting materials and developing education materials.

Benefits of Edible Trees in our Communities

Edible trees can help address some of the challenges that affect people living in urban areas. They are a beneficial addition to any community.

Increased Access to Healthy Food

While about 1 in 10 Canadians have experienced food insecurity, planting edible trees is a common-sense approach to providing nutritious food.

Improved Physical and Mental Health

Food insecurity is often reported alongside poor physical and mental health, and multiple chronic conditions.

Stronger Community Ties

Edible trees help to strengthen social ties and build a greater sense of community.

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How It Works

After a project is selected to receive funding, Tree Canada is in touch to confirm details and pair you with a technical expert located nearby. This Forestry Specialist provides guidance, support and recommendations to help ensure the success of our projects.

All grant applicants are also invited to participate in a series of free webinars in April to guide them in selecting and preparing their planting site, choosing the appropriate species, and how to think about long-term care and maintenance.

Application Period

Grant applications are accepted from October to early December the year before project implementation. We inform applicants by the following March if their project has received a grant or not, and most projects are expected to be completed that same year.

Eligibility

Funding is available to educational institutions, Indigenous communities, community groups or gardens, food banks, community housing projects, municipalities, or other groups interested in planting edible trees on publicly accessible sites.

Amount

Up to $10,000 per project

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Applications

Applications for the Edible Trees program is currently closed.

For further questions about this grant, please email our Edible Trees Program Manager.

Did you know?

We’ve consolidated the most important information about this grant in the form of a Frequently Asked Questions page.

Read the FAQ

Hear from a Past Grant Recipient

“The funds provided by Tree Canada allowed us to further an important community project that will demonstrate the edible plants that historically provided sustenance to Langley residents; to establish an edible forest for the benefit of people and wildlife; and educate youth about edible landscapes and engage them in tree planting for the benefit of their community. This project facilitated meaningful community partnerships and engaged volunteers in civic action for the betterment of people and wildlife.”

– Nicole Marples, Executive Director, Langley Environmental Partners Society, Langley, British Columbia

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