
Seeds of Change: Celebrating the Growth of Mini Forests Across Canada
Green Communities Canada (GCC) and the University of British Columbia (UBC) are excited to release a new report. The first of its kind, Seeds of Change: Cultivating Mini Forests Across Canada, investigates the rapid growth of…
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Digging Deeper: How Soil Health Research Supports Canada’s Mini Forest Movement
The healthy growth of any planting project depends on its foundation: the soil provides the structure, nutrients, and microbial life that our gardens and forests…
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Press Release: Two Million Students Ride the Bus to School – Who Gets Left Behind in the Electric Transition?
Pivotal moment for Canada’s transition to low-carbon student transportation can either exacerbate or alleviate inequities. Peterborough, ON – September 3, 2025 – Over two million children…
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GCC Submits Recommendations for the 2025 Pre-Budget Consultation Standing Committee on Finance
Green Communities Canada was excited to make the following recommendations to the Standing Committee on Finance through the 2025 pre-budget consultation: Reignite Canada’s domestic home…
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A Back-to-School Guide for Safe, Active Travel
Yes, it’s still summer, but back to school is just around the corner. Thinking now about how you get to and from school can make life easier…
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Why Does Walking or Wheeling to School Matter?
When children walk, bike, or roll to school, they improve their wellbeing and the general health of their surrounding community. Every step or every wheel…
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5 Reasons Why Electric School Buses Are Safer from Fire
Electric school buses (ESBs) are gaining momentum across North America for their environmental and health benefits. However, recent fire incidents have sparked public concern and misinformation about…
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Announcing the 2025 Green Community Award Winners
The votes have been tabulated, and Green Communities Canada (GCC) is pleased to announce the 2025 Green Community Award winners. These awards celebrate excellence in…
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3 Ways to Get Kids on Bikes for Bike to School Week 2025
From coast to coast, people of all ages are embracing cycling as a safe, accessible transportation option for school trips. Bike to School Week 2025…
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Green Communities Canada Announces 36 Recipients of the 2025 Living Cities Canada Fund
As the global community marks World Biodiversity Day (May 22), Green Communities Canada (GCC) is announcing the 36 recipients of one of our biggest annual…
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