Protecting Ontario’s Greenbelt, Farmland, and Future

Threats We Face: Sprawl & Land Loss

Across the Greater Golden Horseshoe developers and land speculators are lobbying provincial and local governments to put sprawl-style development on precious natural areas, farmland, and water sources in and around the Greenbelt.

Our Campaign to Protect & Expand the Greenbelt

We are the Ontario Greenbelt Alliance, a network of environmental and community groups across Ontario dedicated to protect and expand the world-famous Greenbelt. We’re doing this by pushing back against sprawl and demanding more Greenbelt-friendly sustainable communities.

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Latest Updates

Stay up to date with the Ontario Greenbelt Alliance. Here are some of our most recent posts, highlighting news, analysis, and updates from across the Greenbelt.

Five Quick Tactics To Engage Your Councillor Or MPP

September 14, 2026

Elected officials prioritize issues constituents care about. Even small actions – when done by many people build momentum and help show broad support for environmental action and Greenbelt protection.

How to Create A One-Page Leave Behind

September 14, 2026

Elected officials respond to constituents who are organized, specific, and persistent. A good meeting coupled with strong communications materials builds relationships, shows local support, and moves the needle on Greenbelt protection.

How to Organize a Community Meeting with Your Elected Official

September 14, 2026

Elected officials respond to constituents who are organized, specific, and persistent. A well-run meeting builds relationships, shows local support, and moves the needle on Greenbelt protection.

Greenbelt Explainer

Find out why the Greenbelt is key to building a liveable community. Then, how municipalities can protect it.

Making Homes Affordable Explainer

September 9, 2026

Learn what municipal leaders can do to make homes affordable. Then, share this with candidates and your community.

Safeguard Food and Water Security Explainer

September 9, 2026

Election Action: Learn what municipal governments can do to safeguard our food and water security.