Ten Canadian Cities Receive Grants for Green Spaces and Tree Planting

Core Points - CN and Tree Canada have awarded $500,000 in grants to ten Canadian communities for tree planting and greening projects through the CN EcoConnexions program [1][2] - The program has funded 263 projects since 2012, resulting in the planting of approximately 149,190 trees and shrubs along the CN network [2] - CN and Tree Canada aim to plant a total of 3 million trees by 2030, having already planted over 2.4 million trees through various initiatives [2] Group 1: Grant Details - Ten communities received$50,000 grants each for their greening projects, totaling $500,000 [1] - Additionally, CN has funded 45$10,000 grants through Tree Canada's Community Tree Grants program [1] Group 2: Program Impact - The From the Ground Up program enhances natural environments, improves social well-being, and engages residents in valuing green spaces [2][3] - Community involvement is encouraged in planting activities to celebrate the importance of trees and green spaces [3] Group 3: Organizational Commitment - CN emphasizes its commitment to enhancing community quality of life through environmental initiatives [4] - Tree Canada highlights the tangible environmental and social benefits generated by these grants, such as reducing urban heat and restoring local parks [4]