The Green Acreages Program for Acreage Owners and Hobby Farmers

As the ownership of small acreages and hobby farms is growing in Alberta, more property owners are searching for information and support on managing their properties in a sustainable manner. The Green Acreages program offers resources developed with the needs of these property owners in mind, from publications to workshops and incentives, all aimed at helping them implement stewardship practices that conserve and protect valuable natural assets.

The Green Acreages Guide Primer

This booklet provides an introduction to the basics of owning and managing a rural property, such as water and wastewater management, living with wildlife, weed and pest control, and much more.

You can view the flipbook online or download a PDF version here.

The Workbook

For those looking for a more comprehensive guide, the Workbook takes stewardship to the next level. It includes overviews and background information of each issue, including relevant legislation, and offers examples of beneficial management practices. At the end of each module, handy worksheets help you document and evaluate how to best manage your property.

This guide is available for purchase online here.

Project Funding

The Green Acreage program also offers funding to small acreage, hobby farm, and recreational property owners for eligible stewardship initiatives on their property.

Projects are funded on a 25-75 cost-share basis, up to a maximum of $4,500 per project. 

You can find more information and apply online for this funding here.

The Green Acreages program also offers a series of workshops and webinars to help interested participants learn more about sustainability subjects, including planting native trees and shrubs, working with beavers, and much more. You can find more information on the Green Acreages Program Website.