Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
Tourism grants and funding available in Ontario in 2026
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.
399 programs available
Grant and FundingClosedCity of Brantford Grants Program
Funding for local nonprofit community projectsBrantford, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Timeline- Open Date : March 19, 2026
- Closing date : April 15, 2026
Brantford, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosedCity of Elliot Lake Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
Municipal incentives for business and property improvementsElliot Lake, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation Digital TransformationElliot Lake, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedCity of Guelph — Activating Community Micro-Grant
Small funding for community ideas in GuelphOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsOntario, Canada
Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosedCity of Kawartha Lakes Strategic Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
Funding for business and property improvementsKawartha Lakes, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- From $1,000 to $10,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationKawartha Lakes, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedCity of Kingston Heritage Grant Program
Matching support for heritage conservation projectsKingston, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Real estate and rental and leasing
Timeline- Closing date : April 30, 2018
Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosedCity of Kitchener — Designated Heritage Property Grant Program
Funding for designated heritage property conservationKitchener, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- From $500 to $15,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- All industries
Timeline- Closing date : April 15, 2026
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedCity of Peterborough — Heritage Conservation Grant Program
Funding for heritage property restorationPeterborough, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationPeterborough, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedCity of Windsor — Pathway to Potential Recreation Assistance Program
Recreation discounts for eligible Windsor participantsWindsor, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationWindsor, Ontario, Canada
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,500 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsOntario, Canada
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsOntario, Canada
Burlington, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationBurlington, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedCommercial Building Facade Grant
Funding for Downtown Smithville facade improvementsSmithville, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationSmithville, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedCommercial Vacancy Assistance Program
Support for improving vacant commercial spacesHamilton, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationHamilton, Ontario, Canada
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and Renovation InnovationOntario, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedCommunity Affiliation Policy
Support for local community leisure organizationsParry Sound, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationHuman ResourcesInnovationParry Sound, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Assistance Program (CAP)
Fee assistance for recreation participationKing City, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 300 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsInnovationKing City, Ontario, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedCommunity Development Fund; Wellington North Cultural Roundtable Program Funding and Sponsorship
Funding for local community events and programsWellington North, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : September 30, 2025
Wellington North, Ontario, Canada
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Open Date : September 1, 2025
- Closing date : October 31, 2025
Ontario, Canada
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsOntario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Grant Fee Waiver Program
Limited financial assistance for community activitiesOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationOntario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Grants Program
Nakusp and Area Community Foundation (NACF), AIMCo Foundation for Financial Education (AIMCo), Tiger Hills Community Foundation (THCF), Community Foundation of Ottawa (OCF), Reston and Area Foundation (RAF)Funding for community initiativesOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Timeline- Closing date : February 10, 2025
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceClosedCommunity Group Affiliates Program
Support for Richmond Hill community groupsRichmond Hill, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsRichmond Hill, Ontario, Canada- Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Community Heritage Fund
Financial support for heritage property conservationWindsor, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationWindsor, Ontario, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Heritage Grant Program
Matching funding for heritage property conservationCentre Wellington, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationCentre Wellington, Ontario, Canada
Markham, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 500 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationMarkham, Ontario, Canada- Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Community Improvement Funding
Top-up funding for community improvement projectsOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and RenovationOntario, Canada - Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsClosed
Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Grant Program
Financial incentives for village core businessesOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationOntario, Canada 
Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosedCommunity Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake
Incentives for housing and downtown revitalizationCobourg, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Timeline- Closing date : August 31, 2023
Cobourg, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosedCommunity Improvement Plan (CIP) – Development Incentive Grants and Loans
Funding for downtown and development improvementsAlliston, Beeton, Tottenham, OntarioEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationAlliston, Beeton, Tottenham, Ontario
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosedCommunity Improvement Plan for Villages
Funding for village property improvement projectsOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationOntario, Canada
Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosedCommunity Improvement Plan Incentive Program
Funding for Prescott property revitalization projectsPrescott, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and Renovation InnovationPrescott, Ontario, Canada
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Timeline- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : May 31, 2026
Ontario, Canada
St. Catharines, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Open Date : October 1, 2025
- Closing date : October 31, 2025
St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Community Partnership Fund (CPP)
Funding for community initiatives in Strathroy-CaradocOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and RenovationOntario, Canada 
Other SupportClosedCommunity Service Organization Designation
Subsidized facility access for community organizationsOrillia, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationOrillia, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund
Funding for sport and recreation facilitiesOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- From $150,000 to $10,000,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Timeline- Closing date : May 16, 2025
Ontario, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Community Suites at Slush Puppie Place
Free game access for eligible community groupsKingston, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsKingston, Ontario, Canada 
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsOntario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Well-being Bursary Program
Funding for community well-being projectsMeaford, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- From $500 to $4,000
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsMeaford, Ontario, Canada
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateOntario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedConservation of Built Heritage Grant Program
Support for conserving heritage properties in BarrieBarrie, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Real estate and rental and leasing
Timeline- Closing date : April 1, 2026
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedConvergence 2025 Juried Art Exhibition
Juried exhibition for environment-themed artworkOwen Sound, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- From $100 to $100
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : August 27, 2025
Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationInnovationOntario, Canada
Collingwood, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Open Date : December 1, 2024
- Closing date : February 7, 2025
Collingwood, Ontario, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedCouncillor Ward Funding Program
Funding for community projects in Chatham-KentOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 125,000 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsOntario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedCounty of Brant Community Grants - Capital Project
Funding for local capital projectsOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationOntario, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
County of Brant Community Grants - Event Stream
Funding for community events in BrantOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsOntario, Canada 
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : November 17, 2025
Ontario, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Events Funding
Support for culturally significant community initiativesOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : May 31, 2026
Ontario, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Events Funding and Sponsorship
Funding for cultural community events in Wellington NorthOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : May 31, 2026
Ontario, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedCultural Funding - Capacity Building Program
Supports Ottawa cultural organizations in building organizational capacityOttawa, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Open Date : May 9, 2025
- Closing date : July 9, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Funding - Cultural Facilities Fund
Supports upgrades and development of Ottawa's local cultural spacesOttawa, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Open Date : June 13, 2025
- Closing date : August 13, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Funding - Heritage Funding Program
Supports heritage projects and operations in Ottawa communitiesOttawa, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : November 5, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Funding - Major arts, cultural festivals, agricultural fairs programs
Supports Ottawa arts, culture festivals, and agricultural fairs annuallyOttawa, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Open Date : September 20, 2025
- Closing date : November 20, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Funding - Youth in Culture Program
Supports Ottawa youth pursuing careers in arts and cultureOttawa, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : May 6, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada 
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceClosedCultural Hotspot - Ignite Ideation
Support for exploratory community arts initiativesToronto, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : June 2, 2025
Toronto, Ontario, Canada- Partnering and CollaborationWage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Cultural Hotspot - Signature Projects
Support for community arts projects in TorontoToronto, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : January 12, 2026
Toronto, Ontario, Canada 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedCuratorial Projects: Indigenous and Culturally Diverse
Support for Ontario curatorial exhibitions and mentorshipOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyInnovationOntario, Canada
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsOntario, Canada- Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationOntario, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedDiscretionary Fund for Cultural and Community Activities
Annual support for community and cultural activitiesOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : April 15, 2025
Ontario, Canada
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 500 $
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationOntario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedDowntown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Financial Incentive Grants
Funding for downtown revitalization projectsBeaverton, Cannington, Sunderland, OntarioEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationBeaverton, Cannington, Sunderland, Ontario- Grant and FundingClosed
Downtown Fergus Illumination Grant Program
Funding for downtown building lighting improvementsFergus, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 6,500 $
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationFergus, Ontario, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Downtown Hamilton Creative Placemaking Grant
Temporary creative projects in Downtown HamiltonHamilton, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- From $500 to $15,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsInnovationHamilton, Ontario, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedDowntown Port Perry Community Improvement Plan
Funding for downtown property revitalizationPort Perry, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and RenovationPort Perry, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedDurham Region Para Sport and Recreation Funds
Funding for para sport opportunities in Durham RegionOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : August 8, 2025
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedEamonn O'Loghlin Scholarship Fund
Scholarship support for eligible CNE seasonal employeesToronto, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- From $1,500 to $1,500
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : September 21, 2025
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedEquity through Diverse Impact (EDI) Grant
Funding for inclusive youth sport initiativesOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : February 28, 2025
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedEquity, Diversity, and Inclusion Micro Grants Program
Micro funding for inclusive arts projectsLondon, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- From $700 to $1,500
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : August 15, 2025
London, Ontario, Canada- Elliot Lake, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsElliot Lake, Ontario, Canada - Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsOntario, Canada 
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 125,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : December 19, 2024
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedF.A.R.E. Program (Fee Assisted Recreational Experiences)
Fee assistance for recreation accessOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsOntario, Canada
Other SupportClosedFacility Fee Waiver Request Form
Facility fee waivers for eligible community groupsTemiskaming Shores, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationTemiskaming Shores, Ontario, Canada- Kitchener, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationKitchener, Ontario, Canada 
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationOntario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedFee Assistance in Recreation (F.A.I.R.) Program
Fee support for local recreation participationInnisfil, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 200 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsInnisfil, Ontario, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Fee Assistance In Recreation (FAIR)
Affordable recreation support for Cornwall residentsCornwall, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 300 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateInnovationCornwall, Ontario, Canada 
Hanover, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 300 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsHanover, Ontario, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedFee Assistance Program
Fee assistance for recreation and leisure accessOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationOntario, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosedFinancial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants)
Funding for Bracebridge community and property improvementsBracebridge, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and RenovationBracebridge, Ontario, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedFirst Book Canada — Book Distribution Program
Access books and resources for children in needNS, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationBusiness BuyoutNS, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedFriends of the Woodstock Art Gallery Legacy Scholarship (WAG Scholarship)
Annual $1,000 arts scholarship supportWoodstock, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- From $1,000 to $1,000
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : April 14, 2026
Woodstock, Ontario, Canada- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Gather Here Sponsorship Fund
Funding for visitor-focused events in GuelphGuelph, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationGuelph, Ontario, Canada 
Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- From $500 to $10,000
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Timeline- Closing date : October 17, 2025
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedGrant Application Information
Support for education and Ukrainian culture initiativesOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline- Closing date : May 31, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedGrants and Community Support Program
Municipal support for community initiativesOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,500 $
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationOntario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedGrants and Funding (Town of Orangeville)
Community funding for local organizationsOrangeville, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 58,000 $
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsOrangeville, Ontario, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedGrants and Incentives: Community Improvement Plan
Funding for downtown business improvementsGrey, Grey Highlands, Highlands, OntarioEligible Funding- From $250 to $1,500
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and RenovationGrey, Grey Highlands, Highlands, Ontario- Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Grants and Special Assistance
Funding support for local community organizationsOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationOntario, Canada 
Renfrew, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationRenfrew, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedGrants to Volunteer Organizations & Groups
Funding for Timmins volunteer organizationsTimmins, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsTimmins, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosedGrowth Community Improvement Plan
Funding for Thunder Bay growth projectsNorth Bay, Thunder Bay, OntarioEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital TransformationNorth Bay, Thunder Bay, Ontario
Grant and FundingClosedHarbourfront Centre Funding Program
Operational funding for Toronto waterfront programmingOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Up to 32% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationOntario, Canada- Parry Sound, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsParry Sound, Ontario, Canada 
Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsClosedHeritage Building Restoration Grant Program
Funding for heritage property restorationAlmonte, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding- From $500 to $5,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationAlmonte, Ontario, Canada- St. Catharines, Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationSt. Catharines, Ontario, Canada - Ontario, CanadaEligible Funding
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationOntario, Canada
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Overview: tourism grants and funding in Ontario in 2026
Ontario’s visitor economy relies on a mix of grants and contributions that support destination development, festivals and events, tourism infrastructure, digital adoption, market development, and workforce training. Organizations can pursue tourism grants in Ontario through federal streams such as the Tourism Growth Program, FedDev Ontario tourism funding in the south, and FedNor tourism funding in the north; provincial options including Experience Ontario grants for festivals and events, Ontario Trillium Foundation tourism funding, and Regional Tourism Organization funding; and Northern Ontario programs like NOHFC tourism grants. In addition, place‑based initiatives for Indigenous tourism, rural development, and cultural infrastructure complement destination marketing grants, accessibility upgrades, and sustainable tourism projects. This page explains the landscape, typical eligibility criteria, cost‑share models, intake windows, and practical steps for how to apply for tourism grants in Ontario.
Why funding matters for Ontario destinations and operators
Tourism funding in Ontario enables communities to upgrade attractions and accommodations, host festivals that drive overnight stays, and revitalize waterfronts, trails, and heritage districts. Grants for tourism businesses in Ontario help operators modernize booking engines, implement e‑commerce ticketing, strengthen cyber security, and launch international marketing to U.S. visitors and other export markets. Non‑repayable contributions reduce project risk, while matching grants encourage partnerships among municipalities, DMOs, RTOs, and private operators. These investments support recovery and resilience, workforce development, and sustainable tourism outcomes such as energy efficiency and accessibility.
Main funding streams serving Ontario’s tourism sector
Ontario’s ecosystem combines federal, provincial, regional, and community‑level sources. Understanding how these programs align by geography and objective is key to building a strong, stackable project budget.
Provincial programs: events, community building, and destination development
Experience Ontario grants (festival and event funding)
Experience Ontario grants, known historically as Celebrate Ontario grants, focus on festivals and events that attract visitors, generate spending, and enhance destination brand visibility. Applicants typically include municipalities, non‑profits, and qualified event organizers; for‑profit event producers may be eligible under specific streams. Funding priorities often emphasize tourism marketing, programming enhancements, accessibility measures, and event security or risk management. Organizations researching best grants for festivals and events in Ontario should monitor intake windows and deadlines for Ontario festival grants 2026 and clearly demonstrate incremental attendance, overnight visitation, and market‑ready programming.
Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) tourism funding
The Ontario Trillium Foundation tourism funding—particularly through community building and capital streams—can support accessible tourism upgrades, museum and gallery grants, and cultural infrastructure that enhances visitor experience. Projects may include wayfinding signage, visitor centres, heritage site restorations, or indoor/outdoor cultural spaces aligned with placemaking and community destination development. For museums and heritage sites, OTF complements federal cultural infrastructure programs, enabling phased plans for exhibit modernization, storage, climate control, and accessibility (AODA) compliance.
Regional Tourism Organizations (RTOs) and Destination Ontario partnerships
Ontario’s 13 Regional Tourism Organizations (RTO 1–13) offer partnership funding, co‑op marketing, market research, and industry training. RTO grants in Ontario prioritize destination marketing grants, content creation funding, and experience development. Destination Ontario partnership funding can further scale campaigns, particularly where operators and DMOs co‑invest in digital marketing, SEO and multilingual content, U.S. market promotion, and travel trade readiness. Applicants should align proposals with regional strategies, target market‑ready or export‑ready experiences, and provide performance metrics such as reach, clicks, conversions, and bookings.
Northern Ontario streams: FedNor and NOHFC
FedNor tourism funding
FedNor tourism funding supports northern community destination development, product diversification, and tourism entrepreneurship across Northern Ontario. Applications often involve municipalities, Indigenous communities, and non‑profits, with an emphasis on northern development, community benefits, and job creation. Priority areas can include waterfront development funding, visitor centre enhancements, trail infrastructure, and export‑ready experience development for regions such as Sudbury, North Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, Kenora, Dryden, and Northwestern Ontario.
NOHFC tourism grants (Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation)
NOHFC tourism grants help businesses and communities build tourism infrastructure and experiences in Northern Ontario. Eligible projects commonly include resort expansion grants, campground improvement funding, marina upgrades grants, snowmobile/ATV trail grants, Nordic/ski trail funding, and tourism marketing partnership funding. NOHFC experience development funding supports experiential tourism, including Indigenous cultural programming, dark sky/astrotourism initiatives, and nature‑based products across the Bruce Peninsula/Georgian Bay northward, Algoma, and beyond.
Federal programs active in Ontario
Tourism Growth Program (TGP)
The Tourism Growth Program in Ontario emphasizes destination development funding, product enhancement, and market diversification with a focus on inclusive and sustainable growth. Applicants can include municipalities, DMOs, not‑for‑profits, and tourism businesses depending on stream design. Projects may support cycling tourism infrastructure funding, trail development grants, tourism digital marketing grants, and export‑ready tourism funding Ontario targeting U.S. and international markets.
FedDev Ontario tourism funding
FedDev Ontario tourism funding typically supports southern Ontario businesses and communities improving tourism infrastructure, expanding attractions, adopting technology, and scaling marketing. Examples include hotel renovation grants in Ontario, attraction funding for exhibit revitalization, and online booking engine funding to increase conversion. FedDev can complement municipal investments for placemaking signage, visitor flow, and wayfinding signage grants that improve the visitor experience in city cores and waterfront districts.
Canada Cultural Spaces Fund (CCSF)
The Canada Cultural Spaces Fund Ontario supports cultural infrastructure projects—museums, galleries, heritage theatres, and cultural centres—that drive cultural tourism. Projects often integrate accessibility upgrades, green retrofit measures, and digital presentation technologies. For destinations like Stratford (theatre), Niagara (wine and culture), Kingston and the 1000 Islands (heritage), and Ottawa (national museums), CCSF can contribute to sustainable, year‑round cultural visitation.
Youth employment and seasonal workforce
Canada Summer Jobs for tourism and wage subsidies for seasonal tourism staff can help employers, including attractions and festivals, hire youth and students. Co‑op/internship wage subsidies in tourism support workforce development, customer service training funding, and first aid/CPR training funding for attractions, improving safety and service quality during peak seasons.
Indigenous and rural tourism funding
Indigenous Tourism Ontario (ITO) and related streams
Indigenous tourism funding Ontario helps communities and entrepreneurs develop market‑ready experiences, cultural centres, and training. Indigenous cultural centre funding can include interpretive spaces, performance venues, and craft markets, while Indigenous tourism training programs build skills in hospitality, guiding, and business operations. Partnerships with Destination Ontario, RTOs, and municipalities support storytelling, authenticity, and community benefits.
Rural tourism grants Ontario
Rural tourism grants in Ontario assist small towns and counties with trail development, waterfront revitalization, wayfinding/kiosks/visitor centre funding, and destination branding grants for small towns. Projects can address farm stay grants, agri‑tourism grants, culinary tourism grants, craft beer tourism funding, spirits/distillery tourism grants, and agri‑food tourism funding. Rural streams often emphasize community benefits, place‑making, and economic diversification.
Sector‑specific priorities for 2026
Infrastructure upgrades for accommodations, attractions, and outdoor assets
Tourism infrastructure funding in Ontario spans hotel renovation grants, motel upgrades funding, resort expansion grants (notably in Muskoka and Haliburton Highlands), campground improvement funding in Northern Ontario, and marina upgrades grants around Georgian Bay. Waterfront development funding covers boat launches, accessible beach mats, flood/erosion mitigation, and ferry dock improvements. Trail development grants support trail signage and bridges grants Ontario, cycling tourism infrastructure funding, snowmobile/ATV trail grants Ontario, and Nordic trail grooming equipment.
Destination marketing, branding, and content
Destination marketing grants Ontario finance campaign development, media buying, and tourism marketing co‑op initiatives led by DMOs/DMOs and operators. High‑value activities include tourism website redesign grants Ontario, SEO and multilingual content grants, content creation funding tourism (photography/video grants tourism), and influencer marketing tourism funding where appropriate. Marketing to U.S. visitors grants Ontario and international travel trade marketing funding help destinations convert export‑ready experiences through trade shows, familiarization tours, and B2B distribution.
Digital adoption and technology enablement
Digital adoption grants for tourism Ontario enable operators to modernize CRM and data, choose a ticketing platform, implement e‑commerce ticketing grants Ontario, and integrate an online booking engine. Projects can also include AR/VR experience grants tourism, technology adoption funding for hotels, and cyber security grants for tourism SMEs to protect guest data and transaction systems. Market‑ready digital architecture improves conversions, guest communications, and reporting and outcomes.
Workforce development, training, and wage subsidies
Tourism workforce training grants Ontario cover customer service training funding, health and safety training grants Ontario, food safety training grants for festivals, apprenticeship and hospitality training grants, and the Canada‑Ontario Job Grant for tourism training. Wage subsidies for seasonal tourism staff and youth tourism employment funding Ontario help stabilize operations during peak seasons in Niagara, Toronto, Ottawa, Blue Mountains/Collingwood, and Prince Edward County.
Sustainable tourism and accessibility
Sustainable tourism grants Ontario support energy efficiency grants tourism, heat pump rebates for hotels, green retrofit plans, and eco‑tourism funding. Projects may pursue green tourism certification funding Ontario, waste reduction grants for attractions, and water conservation grants tourism. Accessibility grants for attractions in Ontario focus on AODA compliance, accessible beach/waterfront mats grants, accessible trail design, wayfinding, tactile and bilingual signage, and barrier‑free facilities.
Regional focus: examples across Ontario
Ontario’s diversity allows projects to target specific markets:
- Toronto tourism grants: music festival funding, film‑induced tourism development, museum exhibit modernization, MICE (meetings and conferences) programming.
- Ottawa tourism grants: national capital events, heritage site restoration, bilingual signage grants for tourism in Ontario, and sport event hosting grants Ontario.
- Niagara tourism grants: wine route funding, culinary tourism funding, export‑ready wine and culinary experiences, and Niagara wine festival funding.
- Muskoka tourism funding: resort expansion, wellness/spa tourism grants, marina upgrades, EV charging grants for hotels and resorts.
- Prince Edward County tourism funding: culinary and agri‑tourism, destination branding, content creation, and farm stays.
- Kingston/1000 Islands tourism funding: heritage theatre restoration grants Ontario, waterfront revitalization, and cycling tourism.
- Blue Mountains/Collingwood tourism funding: ski and four‑season product development, trail improvements, and wayfinding.
- Bruce Peninsula/Georgian Bay tourism grants: hiking trail improvements, boat launch improvements funding, and dark sky/astrotourism funding Ontario.
- London/Sarnia and Windsor‑Essex tourism grants: sport tourism hosting grants, waterfront redevelopment, and tourism recovery grants.
- Sudbury/North Bay, Sault Ste. Marie/Algoma, Kenora/Dryden/NW Ontario: northern community tourism funding FedNor, NOHFC experience development funding, and Indigenous partnerships.
Eligibility, cost‑share, and application process
Typical eligibility criteria
Eligibility varies by program but generally considers applicant type (non‑profit, municipality, Indigenous government, business), project alignment with tourism outcomes, financial capacity, and readiness. Grants for tourism businesses Ontario may require a minimum level of market‑readiness, audited financials, and evidence of matching funds. Destination marketing organization funding Ontario and RTO grants often require partnership letters, regional alignment, and shared KPIs such as visitation, room nights, spend, and media reach.
Matching funds, in‑kind, and stackability
Many programs are cost‑shared, with matching grants tourism Ontario requiring applicants to contribute cash and, in some cases, documented in‑kind contributions. Stackability—the ability to combine federal, provincial, and municipal grants—may be allowed up to a defined percentage of eligible costs; always check application guidelines. Non‑repayable contributions tourism can be blended with low‑interest loans and grants tourism where capital intensity is high (e.g., heritage restoration, major attractions).
How to apply for tourism grants in Ontario
- Define the project: objectives, visitor experience, target markets, and measurable outcomes.
- Build a budget: include eligible expenses, contingency, and cost‑share; prepare a sample budget for Ontario tourism grant applications.
- Confirm eligibility criteria and intake window: note deadlines for Ontario festival grants 2026 and other intakes.
- Gather documentation: governance resolutions, audited financials, quotes, designs, permits, and letters of support.
- Strengthen the case: show incremental visitation, alignment with RTO strategies, accessibility and sustainability measures, and risk management (event security funding).
- Submit a complete application: follow application guidelines, upload forms, and ensure signatures and attachments meet size/format rules.
Budgeting and financials
A strong project budget details direct costs (infrastructure, signage, equipment, marketing, training), soft costs (design, engineering), and project management. Cost categories should map to eligible expense lists, with separate lines for HST where applicable, and a clear statement of matching funds sources. Include in‑kind contributions only if permitted; provide valuation methodology for donated materials, volunteer time, or land. Maintain a cash flow plan aligned with milestone‑based claims and reporting and outcomes requirements.
Timelines, intake windows, and reporting
Programs use intake windows, continuous intakes, or multi‑stage processes (EOIs followed by full applications). Build a calendar to track when Experience Ontario grant deadlines open, RTO partnership calls, and tourism Growth Program Ontario intakes. After approval, recipients must meet reporting schedules, document KPIs (visitation, room nights, media value, sales), and retain records for audits.
Examples of eligible projects by theme
- Festivals and events: programming enhancements, headline talent, bilingual communications, accessibility services, safety/risk management, legacy/impact assessment funding for events.
- Infrastructure and placemaking: wayfinding signage grants Ontario, kiosks, visitor centre upgrades, trail bridges, waterfront boardwalks, accessible ramps, and observation platforms.
- Digital and technology: ticketing system upgrade funding, booking engines, CRM, AR/VR experiences, cyber security improvements.
- Sustainability and energy: energy efficiency retrofits, heat pumps, EV charging grants for hotels Ontario, water conservation systems, waste reduction and recycling stations.
- Workforce and training: customer service, health and safety, first aid/CPR, food safety for festivals, apprenticeship pathways, and Canada‑Ontario Job Grant tourism training.
- Market development: international marketing grants, U.S. market promotion funding, destination branding, photography/video content, multilingual SEO.
Measuring outcomes and ensuring impact
Tourism funding programs prioritize measurable outcomes: incremental visitors, extended length of stay, average spend, seasonality balance, and community benefits. Include KPIs such as ticket sales, hotel occupancy, STR performance, web conversions, partner cost‑share leveraged, accessibility upgrades completed, and emissions reduced via green retrofit. For northern development and Indigenous partnerships, report community benefits, employment outcomes, and cultural preservation indicators.
Key takeaways and next steps
- Ontario offers a broad range of tourism grants and funding across events, infrastructure, marketing, digital adoption, workforce, sustainability, Indigenous tourism, rural development, and Northern Ontario.
- Align your project with program objectives, regional strategies (RTOs), and market‑ready or export‑ready standards.
- Plan early for matching funds and deadlines, prepare a complete budget and documentation, and demonstrate clear, measurable tourism outcomes.
- Consider stackability with federal, provincial, and regional programs, and ensure compliance with accessibility and sustainability requirements to improve competitiveness.