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Grant and Funding Programs Offered by City of Kitchener

The City of Kitchener is a municipal government in Ontario, Canada that provides various grant programs and incentives to residents, businesses, and community organizations. View City of Kitchener's website for more information.

23 programs
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    Grant and FundingOpen

    Brownfield incentive program

    City of Kitchener
    Water-saving support for Waterloo Region businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kitchener logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Community Development Infrastructure Program (CDIP)

    City of Kitchener
    Funding for local community development projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kitchener logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Facility grants

    City of Kitchener
    In-kind facility support for public events
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kitchener logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Façade grant program

    City of Kitchener
    Funding for downtown façade improvements
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Retail trade, Accommodation and food services, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
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    Other SupportOpen

    Indigenous communities use of space

    City of Kitchener
    Waived space fees for Indigenous events
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Kitchener, Waterloo, Ontario
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  • City of Kitchener logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Leisure Access (fee assistance)

    City of Kitchener
    Fee assistance for local recreation programs
    Eligible Funding
    From $400 to $400
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
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    Grant and FundingOpen

    Not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot)

    City of Kitchener
    Affordable housing support in Kitchener
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Real estate and rental and leasing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
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    Other SupportOpen

    Personal assistance for leisure activities (PAL)

    City of Kitchener
    Supports leisure access for people with disabilities
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kitchener logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Pitch Kitchener

    City of Kitchener
    Innovative city service solutions for startups
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

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    Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsOpen

    Tax adjustments, rebates and deferrals

    City of Kitchener
    Property tax relief options for eligible owners
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
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    Grant and FundingOpen

    Travel assistance grant

    City of Kitchener
    Travel support for youth events
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
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    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    2025 Artist in Residence program

    City of Kitchener
    Year-long music residency supporting community engagement
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada

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    Grant and FundingClosed

    Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund

    City of Kitchener
    Youth-led climate microgrants for local action
    Eligible Funding
    From $1,500 to $6,500
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services, Educational services, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kitchener logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Community Environmental Improvement Grant

    City of Kitchener
    Support for local environmental improvement projects
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
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    Grant and FundingClosed

    Community grants (tier 2)

    City of Kitchener
    Funding for community-serving organizations in Kitchener
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

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    Grant and FundingClosed

    Love My Hood Matching Grant

    City of Kitchener
    Resident-led neighbourhood projects in Kitchener
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
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    Partnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceClosed

    Mentorship program

    City of Kitchener
    Mentorship support for local artists
    Eligible Funding
    From $250 to $1,000
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
  • City of Kitchener logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Street Banner Artwork Call for Proposals

    City of Kitchener
    Street banner artwork opportunity for local artists
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

About City of Kitchener

What is the mission of City of Kitchener?

To provide efficient and effective municipal services that enhance the quality of life for Kitchener residents through various financial assistance programs and community support initiatives.

What type of organization is City of Kitchener?

City of Kitchener is a Municipal government.

When was City of Kitchener founded?

City of Kitchener was founded in 1912.

What is City of Kitchener's official website?

City of Kitchener's official website is https://www.kitchener.ca.

What else should I know about City of Kitchener?

Rôle de la Ville de Kitchener dans l'écosystème du financement municipal

En tant que municipalité de la région de Waterloo en Ontario, la Ville de Kitchener administer various grant programs designed to support community development, economic growth, and resident assistance. These programs typically include property tax rebates, home renovation grants, business incentives, and community funding streams.

Programmes de subvention typiques

  • Subventions pour les améliorations domiciliaires
  • Incitations économiques pour les entreprises
  • Programme de remboursement d'impôt foncier
  • Soutien aux organismes communautaires