Toronto and Region Conservation Authority: federal grants and contributions

Updated 12 October 2026 · Toronto, ON · grants and contributions register · Sudbury East—Manitoulin—Nickel Belt

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority: federal grants and contributions: 109 agreements; $65.6M value; 11 departments; 21 programs.

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109agreements
$65.6Mvalue
11departments
21programs

Largest agreements

Toronto Waterfront Erosion Hazard Mitigation Project$33.8Mvalue2021start2028end

A contribution to support the Toronto Waterfront Erosion Hazard Mitigation Project, which will reduce the risk to life and property from flooding and erosion in the City of Toronto as well as the Regions of Durham and Peel.

NEW ADMINISTRATION OFFICE BUILDING$2.1Mvalue2019start2024end

This project is a demonstration of innovative solid wood products and building systems in the low-rise commercial building sector.

Newcomer Youth Green Economy Project (NYGEP)$1.8Mvalue2020start2025end

Community Connections, Support Services, Employment Related Services

Newcomer Youth Green Economy Project (NYGEP)$1.8Mvalue2020start2025end

Community Connections, Support Services, Employment Related Services

Agreement$1.6Mvalue2024start–end

Ajax Nearshore Restoration and Coastal Stabilization Project

Agreement$1.2Mvalue2015start–end
Newcomer Youth Green Economy Project (NYGEP)$1.2Mvalue2025start2029end

Community Connections Employment Related Services Support Services

Ecological restoration of the Rouge River, West Duffins Creek and Petticoat Creek Watersheds in Rouge National Urban Park$1.1Mvalue2021start2022end

This contribution supports the implementation of ecological restoration projects on 32 different properties to recover more than 156 metres of stream, 16.59 hectares of aquatic, riparian and terrestrial habitat, and infill plant across 36.23 ha of previously restored habitat in Rouge National Urban Park, improving ecological integrity in three major watershed ecosystems in the Greater Toronto Area and supporting ecosystem health in the park and its neighboring communities. This contribution will also include the treatment of 12 ash trees at risk from Emerald Ash Borer in the Glen Rouge Campgro

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Agreement$1.1Mvalue2018start–end
Agreement$1.1Mvalue2012start–end
The Meadoway Section 7 Trail Improvements and Adaptive Management$1.1Mvalue2023start2024end

This contribution supports the implementation of improvements to The Meadoway multi-use trail system in Section 7. The Meadoway will establish a complete active transportation route linking downtown Toronto and Rouge National Urban Park via a safe, accessible, and naturalized multi-use trail network.

Ecological restoration of the Rouge River and West Duffins Creek Watersheds in Rouge National Urban Park.$1.0Mvalue2023start2024end

This contribution supports the implementation of ecological restoration projects at 20 sites to recover approximately 28 hectares of aquatic, riparian and terrestrial habitat in Rouge National Urban Park, and complete infill planting across 7.4 hectares of previously restored habitat. This will improve ecological integrity in two major watershed ecosystems in the Greater Toronto Area and support ecosystem health in the park and neighboring communities.

505929$1.0Mvalue2009start2009end

R1984 - Replacement of Petticoat Creek Conservation Area Swimming Pool

Ecological restoration of the Rouge River and West Duffins Creek Watersheds in Rouge National Urban Park$1.0Mvalue2022start2023end

This contribution supports the implementation of ecological restoration projects on 30 different properties to recover approximately 50 metres of stream, 3.5 hectares of invasive species management, 32.8 hectares of aquatic, riparian and terrestrial habitat in Rouge National Urban Park and infill planting across 10 hectares of previously restored habitat. This will improve ecological integrity in two major watershed ecosystems in the Greater Toronto Area and support ecosystem health in the park and its neighboring communities.

Ecological restoration of the Rouge River and West Duffins Creek Watersheds in Rouge National Urban Park.$950Kvalue2024start2025end

This contribution supports the implementation of ecological restoration projects at 21 sites to recover approximately 25 hectares of aquatic, riparian and terrestrial habitat in Rouge National Urban Park. This will improve ecological integrity in two major watershed ecosystems in the Greater Toronto Area and support ecosystem health in the park and its neighboring communities.

Ecological restoration of the Rouge River, West Duffins Creek and Petticoat Creek Watersheds in Rouge National Urban Park$936Kvalue2026start2026end

This project supports ecological restoration at 13 sites in Rouge National Urban Park, restoring wetlands, riparian areas, and forests. It includes invasive species control, planting over 34,000 native trees and shrubs, installing wildlife passages to improve connectivity, and conducting extensive ecosystem monitoring. Overall, the project strengthens ecological integrity across major watersheds in a highly urbanized region and supports long-term ecosystem management.

Greening the Greater Toronto Area$641Kvalue2022start2024end

This project advances the Government of Canada commitment to plant an additional two billion new trees over the next 10 years as part of a broader approach to nature-based climate solutions.

505933$533Kvalue2009start2009end

R1986 - Installation of Heart Lake Swimming Pool

Ecological restoration projects to support aquatic habitat quality, function and connectivity in the Rouge River Watershed and Rouge National Urban Park$500Kvalue2019start2020end

This contribution will support the implementation of ecological restoration projects on eleven different properties to recover more than 15 hectares of aquatic and riparian habitat and engage more than 150 volunteers in the improvement of ecological integrity in the Rouge River Watershed in the Greater Toronto Area, including in Rouge National Urban Park and the watershed ecosystems that support the park.

Ecological restoration projects to support aquatic habitat quality, function and connectivity in the Rouge River Watershed and Rouge National Urban Park$485Kvalue2020start2021end

This contribution supports the implementation of ecological restoration projects at six different sites to recover 8 hectares of aquatic, riparian and terrestrial habitat improving ecological integrity in the Rouge River Watershed in the Greater Toronto Area, including in Rouge National Urban Park and the watershed ecosystems that support the park.

1002114$483Kvalue2022start2023end

To enhance Black Creek Pioneer Village Museum located through accessibility improvements, modernized infrastructure and inclusive programming.

Agreement$450Kvalue2015start–end
Strengthening Whitchurch-Stouffville multi-use trail connections$450Kvalue2023start2025end

This contribution supports the planning, detailed design, and implementation of trail improvements between the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville and Rouge National Urban Park. The goal for this project is to increase off-road trail connectivity to Rouge National Urban Park from the Downtown Whitchurch-Stouffville area.

Agreement$319Kvalue2024start–end

Tommy Thompson Park Nearshore Fish Habitat Enhancement

Agreement$303Kvalue2024start–end

Remedial Action Plan Coordination for the Toronto and Region Area of Concern

Agreement$300Kvalue2015start–end
Agreement$290Kvalue2015start–end
Agreement$290Kvalue2020start–end

Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan Governance

Agreement$270Kvalue2022start–end

Remedial Action Plan Coordination for the Toronto and Region Area of Concern

Agreement$256Kvalue2023start–end

Lagoon Road Shoreline Restoration Project

Agreement$250Kvalue2018start–end

Toronto Harbour Fish Telemetry Project

Habitat Stewardship Program$245Kvalue2024start2027end

Contributes to the recovery of endangered, threatened, and other species of concern, by engaging Canadians in conservation actions to benefit wildlife and to protect aquatic species at risk.

Futureproof Your Fleet$225Kvalue2023start2025end

This project promotes greater awareness among Canadians of zero-emission and low-emission options in the medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDV) sector.

Agreement$208Kvalue2024start–end

Increasing Western Chorus Frog Habitat Availability and Connectivity in the Greater Toronto Area

Agreement$207Kvalue2014start–end
Agreement$203Kvalue2021start–end

Wildlife Habitat Restoration in the Central Toronto Waterfront

Agreement$200Kvalue2024start–end

Near Shore Fisheries Monitoring Enhancements

Agreement$184Kvalue2025start–end

Bridging the Gap: A Regional Approach to Coastal Resilience in Western Lake Ontario

Agreement$182Kvalue2015start–end
Agreement$180Kvalue2015start–end

Departments

Department of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities1agreements$33.8Mvalue1programs
Environment and Climate Change Canada51agreements$10.4Mvalue0programs
Parks Canada12agreements$7.7Mvalue4programs
  • General Class Grants and Contributions Program
  • General Class Contribution Program
  • General Class Grants Contributions Program
  • General Class Grant and Contribution Program

All grants from Parks Canada

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada4agreements$5.0Mvalue2programs
Natural Resources Canada6agreements$4.1Mvalue4programs
  • Green Construction Through Wood Program
  • Contributions for 2 Billion Trees
  • Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative
  • Contributions in support of Energy Efficiency

All grants from Natural Resources Canada

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada3agreements$1.6Mvalue1programs
  • Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario

All grants from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

Canada Water Agency7agreements$1.3Mvalue1programs
Employment and Social Development Canada19agreements$647Kvalue3programs
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • Enabling Accessibility Fund - Grants
  • 0

All grants from Employment and Social Development Canada

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Fisheries and Oceans Canada4agreements$489Kvalue3programs
  • Habitat Stewardship Program
  • Contributions to support the Aquatic Invasive Species Program
  • Contributions to Support the Aquatic Invasive Species Program

All grants from Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario1agreements$483Kvalue1programs
Public Health Agency of Canada1agreements$117Kvalue1programs
  • Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention

All grants from Public Health Agency of Canada

Years

20262agreements$1.0Mvalue2programs
  • General Class Grants and Contributions Program
  • Freshwater Stewardship
20255agreements$1.8Mvalue1programs
  • Settlement Program
20248agreements$4.0Mvalue2programs
  • General Class Grants and Contributions Program
  • Habitat Stewardship Program
202310agreements$3.5Mvalue4programs
  • General Class Grants and Contributions Program
  • General Class Grants Contributions Program
  • Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative
  • Habitat Stewardship Program
202211agreements$3.2Mvalue6programs
  • General Class Grant and Contribution Program
  • Contributions for 2 Billion Trees
  • Tourism Relief Fund (TRF)
  • General Class Grants and Contributions Program
  • Contributions to support the Aquatic Invasive Species Program
  • Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention
20219agreements$35.5Mvalue3programs
  • Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund
  • General Class Contribution Program
  • Contributions to Support the Aquatic Invasive Species Program
20208agreements$4.6Mvalue3programs
  • Settlement
  • General Class Contribution Program
  • Contributions in support of Energy Efficiency
20194agreements$2.7Mvalue2programs
  • Green Construction Through Wood Program
  • General Class Contribution Program
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201814agreements$1.8Mvalue2programs
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • General Class Contribution Program
20176agreements$345Kvalue2programs
  • Enabling Accessibility Fund - Grants
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
20165agreements$201Kvalue1programs
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
201511agreements$3.1Mvalue0programs
    20147agreements$570Kvalue1programs
    • Enabling Accessibility Fund - Grants
    20133agreements$427Kvalue0programs
      20121agreements$1.1Mvalue0programs
        20094agreements$1.6Mvalue2programs
        • Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
        • 0
        20081agreements$58.4Kvalue0programs

          Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Source: Government of Canada proactive disclosure of grants and contributions (open.canada.ca, dataset 432527ab-7aac-45b5-81d6-7597107a7013), 1,327,352 rows as published, collapsed to one agreement per agreement number (per reference number where none is given) at its latest amendment, which carries the full agreement value. Years are the agreement start year. Agreements with individuals are counted but not named.