The 2 Billion Trees (2BT) program has launched an ongoing call for proposals – applications can be submitted anytime. The 2BT program will process and assess proposals based on the submission date and provide decisions at specific intervals.
Tree Planting Stream: for organizations, including for-profit organizations and non-profit organizations interested in tree planting projects.
Indigenous Funding Stream: for Indigenous governments/communities/organizations interested in tree planting and/or capacity building projects.
Upcoming decision dates for the Tree Planting Stream and the Indigenous Funding Stream:
Apply by September 19, 2024, for a decision by March 2025
Apply by January 16, 2025, for a decision by July 2025
Apply by May 15, 2025, for a decision by November 2025
Apply by September 18, 2025, for a decision by March 2026
Urban-project Applicants: for local governments and organizations interested in planting trees in and around their communities, you may be eligible for funding through the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Growing Canada’s Community Canopies (GCCC) initiative. Trees planted through this program will support Canada’s goal of planting two billion trees. To learn more about this new initiative and how to apply, please visit the GCCC website.
Apply today
To apply for funding, select the following button to assess your eligibility. After the assessment is completed, an Apply now button may appear.
If you require help, contact the 2BT program.