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Activate Brantford Grant
Funding for tourism projects in Brantford
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- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Brantford, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Activate Brantford Grant supports tourism-focused projects in Brantford. It funds signature events, tourism products, and activation projects that attract visitors and encourage overnight stays.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Develop a new product or service
- Reach a new target audience
- Launch or market a product/service
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Brantford
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- For-profit business, Sole proprietorship, Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Sports, Other Recreation and Social Clubs, Economic, Social and Community Development, Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Target groups
- General public, Business owners / entrepreneurs, Artists / creatives, Community leaders
- Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
- Scope
- Local
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Tourism-oriented organizations and groups.
- Event organizers and tourism product developers.
- Organizations or individuals delivering projects in Brantford.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Brantford, Ontario.
Activities funded
- New signature events or festivals.
- Large-scale tournaments or conferences that drive overnight stays.
- Tourism product development.
- Community-led placemaking or activation projects in outdoor public spaces.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program details
- Confirm that the project fits the available tourism grant stream.
- Check that the organization and project are tied to Brantford.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Complete the online application through the grant platform.
- Make sure the application is submitted at least 120 days before the event.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the application through the online portal.
Selection criteria
- Ability to drive overnight stays at local accommodations.
- Strong visitor appeal.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on a rolling intake.
- The program is funded through the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT).
- There are two grant streams: Signature Tourism Events and Tourism Product Development.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Activate Brantford Grant Program
What is the Activate Brantford Grant?
The Activate Brantford Grant supports tourism-focused projects in Brantford. It funds signature events, tourism products, and activation projects that attract visitors and encourage overnight stays.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Activate Brantford Grant program?
To be eligible for the Activate Brantford Grant program, you must:
Based in or active in Brantford.
Primary activity is tourism-related.
Apply at least 120 days before the event.
Where is the Activate Brantford Grant available?
The Activate Brantford Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Activate Brantford Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Activate Brantford Grant is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Activate Brantford Grant?
Activate Brantford Grant is funded by City of Brantford