Stories from The Greenbelt: Green Communities Canada and the Network of Nature Plant Mini Forests

Mini forests also known as Miyawaki Forests, are dense, biodiverse pockets of trees planted through a strategy developed by Dr. Akira Miyawaki in the 1970s. Designed for urban environments, mini-forests are bringing the natural woodlands and tree canopies to cities...

Request for Proposals: Housing Needs and Actions for the Agricultural Sector in Rural Greenbelt Communities

Paddling Up the Rouge River Through the Years

The first time I paddled the Rouge River, I was alone. I drove a kayak to the Rouge Hill parking lot at the eastern edge of Scarborough, where the river’s mouth feeds into Lake Ontario. As a former summer camp...

Stories From the Greenbelt: Ontario’s Greenbelt as a Community of Support

For this month’s Stories from the Greenbelt to celebrate 19 years of the Greenbelt, we caught up with Cheryl Weldon, Director of Community Relationships & Partnerships, who shared her story of growing up in the Greenbelt both before and after...

Stories From the Greenbelt: Soil That Feeds Ontarians

Soil health testing provides an understanding of how well soil performs all of its functions...and how it's being preserved for the future."

2023 Year in Review: A Growing and Prosperous Greenbelt

Reflecting on a truly unprecedented year at the Greenbelt Foundation, I am struck by the milestones and accomplishments that our team achieved working with our partners and grantees. We continue to be inspired by their work and our collective ability...

Stories from the Greenbelt: The Importance of Natural Asset Management within the Greenbelt

I am deeply committed to enhancing and restoring the Greenbelt's overall health, while also supporting sustainable community services, climate mitigation, and adaptation efforts.

Stories from the Greenbelt: Canadian Geographic's Mini-Forest Summit

The Summit’s purpose was to bring experts, implementors and funders together to increase mini-forest awareness as a nature-based solution while identifying opportunities to accelerate the deployment of these forest practices across Canada. "

Request for Proposals : Re-envisioning the ‘Into the Greenbelt’ grant program

Stories From the Greenbelt: Country Cruising Through the Greenbelt

Creating an appealing rural cycling route should include peaceful country roads, secluded limestone rail trails, picturesque waterfront paths, places to grab a meal, and spots perfect for capturing a selfie or group photo. "