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
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedAffordable Recreation Program
Affordable recreation support for families- Grant and FundingClosed
Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships
Funding for intensive East Asian language study 
Grant and FundingClosedCentennial Legacy Projects Fund
Funding for public legacy projects in North Bay- Grant and FundingClosed
Township of Oro-Medonte - Recreation Fee Assistance Program
Financial help for local recreation participation 
Grant and FundingClosedTourism Growth Program in southern Ontario
Funding for tourism product and experience growth
Grant and FundingClosedOttawa Valley Community Foundation - Sports 4 All Fund
Support for sport participation and facility improvements
- Grant and FundingClosed
Eamonn O'Loghlin Scholarship Fund
Scholarship support for eligible CNE seasonal employees 
Grant and FundingClosedHeritage Property Grant Program
Funding for designated heritage property restoration
Grant and FundingClosedToronto Arts Council - Strategic Funding Programs
Supports strategic arts projects and public programming- Grant and FundingClosed
Community Heritage Grant Program
Matching funding for heritage property conservation 
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosedBrockton Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Financial Incentive Programs
Funding for Brockton property improvement projects
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedCuratorial Projects: Indigenous and Culturally Diverse
Support for Ontario curatorial exhibitions and mentorship- Grant and FundingClosed
St. Marys Designated Heritage Property Grant Program
Funding for heritage property conservation in St. Marys 
Grant and FundingClosedCounty of Brant Community Grants - Capital Project
Funding for local capital projects- Tax CreditsClosed
Heritage Property Tax Rebate Program
Property tax rebate for designated heritage properties - Grant and FundingClosed
Scholarship for Emerging Museum Professionals
Support for early-career museum professional development 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedPartnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events
Funding for cultural festivals and events
Grant and FundingClosedMain Street Unionville Public Art Competition
Public art competition for professional artists
Other SupportClosedMinor Sport Non-Resident Fee Subsidy
Fee reimbursement for minor sports participation
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedAffordable Access Program
Reduced access to city recreation and transit- Grant and FundingClosed
Community Suites at Slush Puppie Place
Free game access for eligible community groups 
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund
Funding for sport and recreation facilities
Grant and FundingClosedHarbourfront Centre Funding Program
Operational funding for Toronto waterfront programming
Other SupportClosedPersonal assistance for leisure activities (PAL)
Supports leisure access for people with disabilities
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpenIndigenous Business Advisors
Complimentary membership for Indigenous tourism support- Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosed
Municipality of Meaford Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – Financial Incentive Programs
Financial incentives for property improvement and development 
Grant and FundingClosedCentral Huron Municipal Donation Fund Program
Funding for community-based organizations
Grant and FundingOpenLithuanian Canadian Foundation Project Proposals for Registered Canadian Charities
Support for Lithuanian cultural charitable projects
Other SupportOpenLondon Endowment For Heritage Grant (LEHF)
Supports heritage conservation projects in London- Grant and FundingClosed
Municipality of Mississippi Mills Heritage Property Grants
Funding for designated heritage property work 
Grant and FundingClosedCultural Funding - Heritage Funding Program
Supports heritage projects and operations in Ottawa communities- Grant and FundingClosed
Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant
Financial support for restoring designated heritage properties in Ottawa 
Grant and FundingClosedADAPT (2021) - Adapt Grants
Support for pandemic-related arts projects in Kingston- Grant and FundingClosed
Fee Assistance in Recreation (F.A.I.R.) Program
Fee support for local recreation participation 
Grant and FundingClosedTownship of North Dumfries 2026 Community Grant Program
Local funding for community projects and events
Other SupportClosedWaiving or Reducing Fees (WORF) Program for Use Of City-Owned Recreation and Community Centres and Recreation Facilities
Fee relief for City-owned recreation spaces
Other SupportClosedAffiliated Community Group Policy
Support for eligible community groups and facility access- Grant and FundingOpen
OAC — Diffusion – French-language projects
Supporting French-language arts presenters in Ontario 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedRTO7 Partnership Program
Matching funding for tourism projects in BruceGreySimcoeEligible Funding- From $350 to $75,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosedBurlington Heritage Grant Program
Financial support for designated heritage property conservation- Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Grants and Special Assistance
Funding support for local community organizations 
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedCEDC Tourism Development Fund (TDF)
Funding for tourism projects and events in Thunder BayEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation- Tax CreditsClosed
Residential Heritage Property Tax Relief Program
Annual tax relief for eligible heritage homes 
Grant and FundingOpenCommunity Grant Program and Community Vibrancy Fund
Funding for community projects and events in Lambton Shores
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosedCommunity Heritage Fund
Financial support for heritage property conservation
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Assistance Program (CAP)
Fee assistance for recreation participation
Grant and FundingClosedAccess Program (Recreation Fee Assistance)
Subsidized recreation fees for Whitby residents
Partnering and CollaborationWage Subsidies And InternsClosedCultural Hotspot - Signature Projects
Support for community arts projects in Toronto
- Grant and FundingClosed
Ontario Youth Wellness Grant
Supports youth wellness through sport and recreation - Grant and FundingClosed
SCCIP Facility Access Funding
Funding for arts access and cultural programming - Grant and FundingClosed
Rural Association Partnership Program
Supports rural Ottawa organizations with project-based financial assistance 
- Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Operations Implementation Program (OIP)
Social media support for tourism operators - Grant and FundingClosed
County of Brant Community Grants - Event Stream
Funding for community events in Brant - Grant and FundingClosed
Community Well-being Bursary Program
Funding for community well-being projects - Grant and FundingOpen
The Heritage Community Improvement Plan Program
Supports restoration and integration of designated heritage buildings in Ottawa - Grant and FundingClosed
Public Art & Interim Use Program
Funding for public art and interim use projects 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedOpen Grants: HCF’s Fund Finding Program
Funding for community projects in Hamilton
Grant and FundingClosedFriends of the Woodstock Art Gallery Legacy Scholarship (WAG Scholarship)
Annual $1,000 arts scholarship support
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedOwen Sound Tourism Development Fund
Funding for tourism projects in Owen Sound
Grant and FundingClosedOntario Creates-CMF — IDM Futures Forward Program
Supports early-stage digital media project development
Grant and FundingClosedCity of Brantford Grants Program
Funding for local nonprofit community projects- Grant and FundingClosed
Learn. Grow. Get Hired program
Discounted aquatic certification training for future careers - Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Town of Prescott Community Grants Program – 2026 Grant Package (Intake #1)
Community funding for local projects and initiatives 
Grant and FundingClosedMunicipality of Trent Lakes — Community Improvement Plan Funding
Funding for Buckhorn business improvement projects- Grant and FundingClosed
Downtown Fergus Illumination Grant Program
Funding for downtown building lighting improvements - Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
North Perth Sports for Kids Fund (NPSFKF)
Financial support for youth sports participation 
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedSupport and Financial Assistance – Recreation Assistance Program and Transit Affordable Pass Program
Affordable recreation and transit support for residents
Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosedMillion Dollar Makeover
Funding for commercial property improvements in Kawartha Lakes
Tax CreditsClosedLow Income Seniors or Low Income Persons with Disabilities Tax Assistance
Property tax assistance for eligible low-income homeowners
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedGrants and Community Support Program
Municipal support for community initiatives- Grant and FundingClosed
The City of North Bay Community Centennial Celebrations, Event Hosting Fund – Application 2025
Funding for North Bay centennial celebration events 
- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
First Book Canada — Book Distribution Program
Access books and resources for children in need - Grant and FundingClosed
Ottawa Valley Community Foundation - General and Bereavement Funds
Supports community projects across priority local sectors - Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Recreation Connection Subsidy
Fee assistance for recreation and culture programs 
Grant and FundingClosedRural Ontario Development Program – Community Development
Funding for rural community development projects- Grant and FundingClosed
Grants and Funding (Town of Orangeville)
Community funding for local organizations - Grant and FundingClosed
“Can I Play, Too?” / “Play It Forward” Subsidy Program
Financial support for children’s sports participation