Community Gardens Applications Now Open

The City of Belleville is now accepting applications for the 2026 Community Gardens Program. 

Established in 2012 by the City of Belleville’s Green Task Force, the Community Gardens Program provides successful applicants with a plot at one of three City-run gardens to make their own during the gardening season. Gardens are currently located at Ponton Park (251 Dundas St. West), West Hill (41 Octavia St.) and Bayview Heights (75 Bay Dr.). 

Applications are open until March 5 and garden plots will be awarded through a lottery draw soon after. Please note that previous community gardeners are required to re-apply each year. Applicants must be City of Belleville residents and the waiver form should be read in its entirety before completing an application.  

For information and to apply online, visit Belleville.ca/CommunityGardens. Those unable to apply online can email gardens@belleville.ca to get a paper copy or call 613-967-3224 to apply over the phone. 

“As we head into the 2026 gardening season, we’re excited to once again welcome residents to take part in the Community Gardens Program,” said Councillor Enright-Miller, Chair of the Green Task Force. “The program continues to offer an opportunity for people who are interested in gardening or growing their own food but may not have access to space at home to get involved and connect with their community.”