Updated May 2026
Tourism grants and funding available in Ontario in 2026
Accelerate destination development, events, and visitor experiences with targeted public funding. Access programs for infrastructure, marketing, workforce, sustainability, and digital adoption.
In Ontario, tourism funding spans festivals and events, attractions, accommodations, Indigenous and rural experiences, waterfronts, trails, culinary and agri‑tourism, sport tourism, culture, and meetings/conferences. Programs exist at federal, provincial, regional, and municipal levels, including options for non‑repayable contributions, matching grants, and wage subsidies. This directory helps organizations understand opportunities, eligibility, and application practices to secure the right support for sustainable growth.
322 programs available
- Grant and FundingClosed
Prescott Community Grants – 2025 Community Grant Program
Community funding for local service organizations - Grant and FundingClosed
The Hilary and Galen Weston Foundation — General Funding
Support for bold charitable initiatives across Canada 
Grant and FundingOpenThe Norfolk Community Foundation
Supports charitable community projects in Norfolk County
Grant and FundingOpenLithuanian Canadian Foundation — General Funding
Funding for Lithuanian cultural projects and charities
Grant and FundingClosedYouth Endowment Fund
Funding for youth community activities in Penetanguishene
Grant and FundingClosedOntario 400th Celebrations Program
Funding for cultural and tourism events celebrating Francophone heritage in Ontario
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedTourism Innovation Lab: Spark Program
Support for sustainable tourism ideas in Bruce County
Grant and FundingClosedRural Ontario Development Program (ROD) Guidelines - Community Development
Cost-shared funding for rural Ontario businesses
Grant and FundingOpenClosing SoonCultural Events Funding and Sponsorship
Funding for cultural community events in Wellington North
Grant and FundingClosedScugog Heritage Conservation District 2025 Grant Program
Matching funding for heritage façade improvements
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed2026/27 Partnership Funding Program
Matched funding for tourism growth projects- Grant and FundingClosed
City of Kingston Heritage Grant Program
Matching support for heritage conservation projects 
Grant and FundingClosedSt. Catharines Cultural Investment Program (SCCIP)
Support for arts and culture in St. Catharines
Grant and FundingClosedCall for Artists - Music-themed displays for Anne Foster Windows Program
Music-themed window display opportunity for artists
Grant and FundingClosedThe City of North Bay, Event Hosting Fund
Funding for community-focused events in North Bay
Grant and FundingOpenClosing SoonGrant Application Information
Support for education and Ukrainian culture initiatives
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosedBrock Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Financial Incentive Programs
Financial support for downtown revitalization- Grant and FundingClosed
Convergence 2025 Juried Art Exhibition
Juried exhibition for environment-themed artwork - Grant and FundingClosed
Woolwich Way Tourism Funding Streams
Funding for tourism projects and marketing materials 
- Grant and FundingClosed
Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Financial Incentive Grants
Funding for downtown revitalization projects 
Other SupportClosedRecreation and Cultural Programs Reimbursement Policy
Reimbursement for municipal recreation and cultural programs- Other SupportClosed
Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program
Commemorative plaques for eligible local figures 
Grant and FundingClosedNikkei Youth Sports, Arts & Culture Bursary
Support for young Japanese Canadian students
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosedTown of Arnprior Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – Financial Incentive Programs
Funding for Arnprior property improvement projects- Other SupportClosed
Facility Fee Waiver Request Form
Facility fee waivers for eligible community groups 
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosedBuckhorn Community Improvement Plan
Financial incentives for Buckhorn revitalization
Grant and FundingClosedConservation of Built Heritage Grant Program
Support for conserving heritage properties in Barrie
Grant and FundingOpenINVEST North Program — Investment — Launch Stream
Financial aid to start a business in Northern OntarioEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation- Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Community Improvement Plan Incentive Program
Funding for Prescott property revitalization projects - Grant and FundingClosed
Wellington County Community Grants Programme
Funding for local community initiatives - Grant and FundingClosed
Scholarship for mid-career museum professionals
Supports mid-career museum learning and exchanges - Grant and FundingClosed
OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation
Operating support for Francophone artist organizations - Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Cultural Events Funding
Funding for culturally significant community events - Grant and FundingClosed
OAC — Visual arts and crafts – Francophone projects
Supports Ontario Francophone visual arts and crafts projects - Grant and FundingClosed
Region of Waterloo History Prize
Recognizes recent work promoting Waterloo Region heritage 
- Grant and FundingClosed
The Woolwich Way – Marketing Material Fund
Funding for tourism marketing materials in Woolwich 
Grant and FundingClosedRecreation Assistance Program
Fee support for eligible recreation participation
- Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsClosed
Heritage Building Restoration Grant Program
Funding for heritage property restoration 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedSport and Recreation Programs for Indigenous Communities
Funding for Indigenous sport and recreation programs
Grant and FundingOpenThe Temiskaming Foundation - Historic Cobalt Legacy Fund
Supports Cobalt heritage, culture, and community wellbeing
Grant and FundingClosedAl Potvin Family Foundation — General Funding
Supports local youth through education and wellbeing
Grant and FundingClosedPhil McNamee Charitable Foundation — Scholarships and Environmental Initiatives
Scholarships and nature-focused community support- Grant and FundingClosed
Sports and Cultural Events Funding
Funding for sports and cultural event participation - Grant and FundingClosed
Cemetery Improvement Grant
Funding for cemetery improvement and repair projects 
Other SupportTax CreditsClosedTax Relief and Rebates
Property tax relief for eligible Markham properties
- Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosed
Port Hope Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
Funding for downtown redevelopment and property upgrades 
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceClosedCommunity Group Affiliates Program
Support for Richmond Hill community groups- Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Community Development Fund; Wellington North Cultural Roundtable Program Funding and Sponsorship
Funding for local community events and programs - Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Community Initiatives Fund
Municipal funding for local community projects 
Grant and FundingClosedCultural Funding - Capacity Building Program
Supports Ottawa cultural organizations in building organizational capacity- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Renfrew County Community Development Fund
Non-repayable funding for local economic developmentEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed2025 SLED (Supporting Local Economic Development) Program
Funding for local economic development projects in Huron County- Grant and FundingClosed
SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program)
Funding for local arts and community cultural projects 
Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsOpenHeritage Incentive Programs
Financial support for heritage property projects- Grant and FundingClosed
Rural Economic Development Program – Rural Economy & Agri-Tourism (CIP Financial Incentive Program)
Funding for rural business and agri-tourism growth 
Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsClosedCommunity Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Grant Program
Financial incentives for village core businesses- Grant and FundingOpen
Grant for the well-being of youth in Ontario
Support for Black youth well-being initiatives 
Grant and FundingClosedMunicipal Assistance Grant Program
Funding for Parry Sound community initiatives- Grant and FundingClosed
Meaford Recreation Fund
Financial support for recreation and cultural activities 
Grant and FundingClosedToronto Cultural Festivals Funding Program
Funding for recurring cultural festivals in Toronto
Grant and FundingOpenEls for Autism Canada — Grants
Funding for autism community initiatives in Canada
Grant and FundingClosedKawartha Lakes Canada Day Fund
Funding for eligible Canada Day community events
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpenAnimating Historic Sites
Funding for site-specific arts projects in Toronto
Grant and FundingClosedPerformance Boat Club Events Inc. — Charitable Fundraising Support
Charitable fundraising support through boating events
Grant and FundingClosedWilderness Discovery Grant 2026
Free accessible camping experience for selected clients
- Grant and FundingClosed
Aquatic Reimbursement Pilot Program
Reimbursement for aquatic program fee differences 
Grant and FundingClosedTourism Accelerator Grant (TAG) Program
Funding for tourism growth projects in Port Colborne
Grant and FundingClosedKidSport Ontario Grant Application Form
Sport funding for children facing financial barriers- Grant and FundingClosed
SCCIP Development Programs
Funding for arts and culture projects in St. Catharines 
Grant and FundingClosed2025 Clarence-Rockland Subsidies Powered by Their Opportunity
Support for sport and recreation program fees
Grant and FundingClosedTown of Milton Recreation Financial Assistance
Subsidy for Milton recreation program participation- Grant and FundingClosed
Community Partnership Fund (CPP)
Funding for community initiatives in Strathroy-Caradoc - Grant and FundingClosed
Recreation Fee Assistance (P2P)
90% fee support for eligible recreation programs 
Grant and FundingClosedF.A.R.E. Program (Fee Assisted Recreational Experiences)
Fee assistance for recreation access- Grant and FundingClosed
Richmond Hill Fee Assistance Program
Recreation fee support for Richmond Hill residents 
Tax CreditsClosedProperty Tax Rebates, Reductions and Refunds (City of Oshawa)
Property tax relief for eligible Oshawa property owners
Grant and FundingClosedOttawa — Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF)
Funding to improve accessibility in Ottawa’s tourism sector