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Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Town of Bracebridge

The Town of Bracebridge is a municipal government located in the heart of Muskoka, Ontario. It administers multiple grant programs including the Community Improvement Plan (grants and interest-free loans for property improvements, façade upgrades, energy efficiency), Community Grants, and Event Tourism Grants. The municipality also operates the Muskoka Small Business Centre which provides funding programs for entrepreneurs including Summer Company ($3,000) and Starter Company Plus ($5,000). View Town of Bracebridge's website for more information.

12 programs
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    Grant and FundingOpen

    Bracebridge Event Tourism Grants

    Supports tourism-driven events in Bracebridge
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 33% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
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    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan

    Funding for energy-saving building retrofits
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
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    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Housing Grant/Loan

    Funding for housing unit rehabilitation and conversion
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 6,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
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    Grant and FundingOpen

    Muskoka Starter Company Plus

    Funding and mentorship for growing businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
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    Tax CreditsOpen

    Tax Rebates for Eligible Charities

    Property tax rebate for eligible charities
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
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    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Bracebridge Building Improvement Grant/Loan

    Financial support for Bracebridge redevelopment projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Canada
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    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Bracebridge Façade Improvement Grant/Loan

    Supports exterior building façade upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
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    Grant and FundingClosed

    Bracebridge Tax Increment Equivalent Grant

    Support for major property development projects
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
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    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants)

    Local funding for community and property improvements
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 24,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
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    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Property Improvement Grant/Loan

    Property improvement funding for Bracebridge properties
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
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    Signage Improvement Grant

    Funding for improved business signage
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Retail trade, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
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    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Town of Bracebridge — Community Improvement Plan

    Financial support for property improvement projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 24,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada

About Town of Bracebridge

What is the mission of Town of Bracebridge?

To support economic growth and community development in Bracebridge through financial incentives, business support programs, and grant funding for local businesses, entrepreneurs, and not-for-profit organizations.

What type of organization is Town of Bracebridge?

Town of Bracebridge is a Municipal government.

What is Town of Bracebridge's official website?

Town of Bracebridge's official website is https://www.bracebridge.ca/.

What else should I know about Town of Bracebridge?

Rôle de la Ville de Bracebridge dans l'écosystème du financement

En tant que municipality locale, la Ville de Bracebridge joue un rôle actif dans le soutien économique de sa communauté. Elle offre des programmes d'incitation financière Destination stimuler l'investissement privé et le développement économique.

Programmes de subvention administrés

  • Programme d'amélioration communautaire (PAC) : Subventions et prêts sans intérêt pour les améliorations immobilières, les façades, l'efficacité énergétique, la réhabilitation résidentielle
  • Subventions communautaires : Financement unique pour les organismes sans but lucratif
  • Subventions touristiques : Appui aux organisateurs d'événements benefitnant l'économie locale

Muskoka Small Business Centre

Division du Service de développement économique de la Ville, ce centre offre :

  • Summer Company : jusqu'à 3 000 $ pour les étudiants entrepreneurs
  • Starter Company Plus : jusqu'à 5 000 $ pour les entrepreneurs en démarrage ou en croissance

Ressources et partenariats

La Ville met également en lien les entreprises avec les programmes fédéraux et provinciaux incluant FedNor, NOHFC, NRC IRAP et Muskoka Futures.