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2024 Evaluated Communities

Town of Pelham

The Town of Pelham is a fusion of rural and urban communities offering unique lifestyles rich with history, agriculture, and commercial industries.
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Greater Sudbury

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes, there are over 300 freshwater lakes within its borders, including the two largest city contained lakes in the world.
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Port Colborne

Located on the south coast of the scenic Niagara region, Port Colborne strives to provide their community with an exceptional small-town experience in a big way.
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North Grenville

Experience the beauty, history, and community spirit of North Grenville. Here, growth is thoughtfully managed to enhance the quality of life for both urban and rural residents.
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County of Brant

The County of Brant is a vibrant, thriving community that honours its rich natural and cultural heritage, making it an ideal place to live, work, and play.
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Stirling

Stirling proudly maintains extensive public gardens gathered around a rustic covered bridge, an agricultural museum, numerous walking trails, and more.
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Township of Southgate

Southgate provides a wealth of opportunities for everyone, from rich agricultural lands to parks and recreational amenities.
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Brantford

Nestled on the Grand River in the heart of southwestern Ontario, Brantford has all the major amenities of a big city with the charming feel of a rural small town.
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2024 Friends

Amherstburg

A charming and historic town nestled along the scenic shores of the Detroit River. Known for its rich history, community events, scenic waterfront and well-manicured parks.
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Greater Napanee

Greater Napanee offers a small-town feel, but isn't too far away from major cities. Beautiful parks, waterfront, historic buildings & much more.
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Port Hope

A municipality in Southern Ontario, located at the mouth of the Ganaraska River on the north shore of Lake Ontario, in the west end of Northumberland County.
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2023 National & International Award Winners

On September 30th, 2023, the 29th Edition of the Communities in Bloom National & International Awards Ceremonies were held in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo, Alberta, honouring municipalities across Canada, Ireland, Italy, Slovenia and South Korea. Results below:

Up to 20,000: City of Cold Lake, AB
International Challenge (Small): Commune di Sorradile, Sardinia, Italy
International Challenge (Medium):
Ennis Town, County Clare, Ireland
International Challenge (Large): Sejong City, Republic of Korea
Class of Champions (Small):
City of Trail, BC


2023 Outstanding Achievement Award Winners

Teck Community Appearance Award:
Kinistino, SK

Canadian Nursery Landscape Association Environmental Action Award:
Coquitlam, BC

Communities in Bloom Heritage Conservation Award:
Castlegar, BC

Communities in Bloom Tree Management Award:
Coquitlam, BC

National Capital Commission Plant & Floral Displays Award:
Wood Buffalo, AB

Scotts Community of Gardeners Award:
Brandon, MB

Communities in Bloom Community Involvement Award:
Bruderheim, AB

Municipal World WinterLife Award:
Stratford, ON

Canadian Nursery Landscape Association Green Cities Award:
Strathcona County, AB

Nutrients for Life School Garden Award:
Norman G Powers Public School, ON

Equinox & Scotts Canada Plants Love You Contest
1st place winner:

Trail, BC

Equinox & Scotts Canada Plants Love You Contest
2nd place winner:

Sussex, NB

Equinox & Scotts Canada Plants Love You Contest
3rd place winner:

Coquitlam, BC

Ball International Plant and Floral Displays Award:
Monfalcone, Gorizia, Italy

Communities in Bloom International Community Involvement Award:
Communities in Bloom International Sustainable Tourism Award:

Communities in Bloom Best Downtown Area Award:
Sejong City, Republic of Korea

Občina Podčetrtek, Slovenia
Downtown Oakville Business Association, ON