EcoSchools Canada Greenbelt Biodiversity Grant Program 2026

EcoSchools Canada is currently accepting applications for the Greenbelt Biodiversity Grant Program 2026. This program offers schools the opportunity to engage students in biodiversity assessment and ecological restoration activities.

📖 About the Program

The Greenbelt Biodiversity Grant Program aims to involve students in activities such as:

• Identifying, counting, and analyzing plant species on school grounds.
• Implementing planting projects using native species to enhance ecological health.

🎁 Benefits

The program offers the following grants:

• One grant of $5,000
• Four grants of $2,500
• Funding supports spring planting and related biodiversity activities.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the program, schools must:

• Be located on or within 5 kilometers of Ontario’s Greenbelt.
• Complete a plant inventory of the school grounds.
• Incorporate the Greenbelt Biodiversity action in their EcoSchools Certification Application.
• Plan a spring planting event using native species.
• Obtain approval from the school administrator or landowner.

📝 Application Process

Follow these steps to apply:

1. Confirm school eligibility based on location within 5 kilometers of Ontario’s Greenbelt.
2. Complete a plant inventory of the school grounds.
3. Add the Greenbelt Biodiversity action to the EcoSchools Certification Application.
4. Plan a spring planting project focusing on native species.
5. Obtain administrator or landowner approval.
6. Submit the application for consideration of one of the available grants.

📅 Application Deadline

08 February, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

• View program details: EcoSchools Canada Greenbelt Biodiversity Grant Program
• Apply here: EcoSchools Canada Application Portal

This is a fantastic opportunity for schools to engage students in meaningful ecological activities while contributing to biodiversity and environmental health. Don't miss the chance to apply!

• One grant of $5,000
• Four grants of $2,500
• Funding supports spring planting and related biodiversity activities