Resource Trees Video: How Kitchener is scaling up its urban canopy cover Did you know that the City of Kitchener, ON is supercharging its tree planting? With support from GMF’s Growing Canada’s Community Canopies (GCCC) initiative, the city has embarked on a transformative journey to expand its tree canopy and ensure all residents receive the benefits of trees… March 25, 2026
General Content Climate resilience funding for Quebec municipalities Build your foundation Strategic planning is the first step towards making informed, proactive decisions that protect your infrastructure and residents. Adaptation in Action: Feasibility Studies - Receive up to $70,000 to evaluate the technical or financial viability of your next cl… April 2, 2026
Resource Local energy generation Thermal energy networks for Canadian municipalities Municipalities across Canada are managing rising energy costs while planning for resilient growth. Having the right tools makes the difference.The Thermal Energy Networks Guidebook for Canadian Municipalities is a practical, go-to resource designed to help municipalities navigate the opportunities … April 15, 2026
Resource Trees Webinar recording: Tools for valuing trees as natural assets Do you know that urban trees are among the most valuable natural assets a community can have? Trees offer long-term economic benefits and enhance quality of life. They can help reduce municipal expenditures by managing stormwater and reducing flood damage. Given the many benefits trees pr… April 15, 2026
Case Study Municipal buildings Case studies: Winners of FCM's 2024 Sustainable Communities Awards Congratulations to our winners:Municipality and award categoryProject descriptionTown of Bridgewater,Nova ScotiaClimate change mitigationEnergize Bridgewater: Energy poverty reduction programThis project reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions while tackling energy povert… April 16, 2026
Resource Climate Adaptation Adaptation resource library Discover best-in-class reports, guides, case studies, templates and more, all aimed at helping you advance your community’s climate resilience. May 27, 2025
Resource Climate Adaptation Webinar recording: Navigating equitable climate adaptation in Canadian municipalities Embark on a journey towards impactful and equitable climate adaptation. This webinar explores equitable climate adaptation, giving you the knowledge and tools to implement strategies that address local risks, enhance natural ecosystems and build resilience against climate impacts.  … May 28, 2024
General Content FAQs about GMF's Regional Energy Coaches Regional Energy Coaches (REC) program Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)What is the REC program?The Regional Energy Coaches (REC) program is a nationwide initiative designed to improve energy efficiency in affordable housing. The program provides expert coaching, technical support, and funding guidan… June 4, 2024
Case Study Sustainable affordable housing An innovative approach to addressing homelessness in rural Newfoundland and Labrador The project highlights the use of advanced low-carbon building technologies, modular construction, and renewable energy sources to achieve net-zero energy status. June 5, 2024
Resource Asset management Tip sheet: Preserving asset management knowledge Has your municipality experienced asset management knowledge loss due to retirements or staff turnover? Are you interested in institutionalizing knowledge to ensure asset management processes and experiences are retained, shared and built upon for years to come, ensuring momentum i… June 6, 2024
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