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Affiliated Community Group Policy
Support for eligible community groups and facility access
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- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports eligible community groups with access to Town recreation facilities and related support. It applies to recreational, cultural, social, art, and sports programs for East Gwillimbury residents.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Ensure financial sustainability
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Montérégie
- Ontario, Quebec
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts, Sports, Other Recreation and Social Clubs, Social Services, Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Target groups
- General public
- Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
- Scope
- Municipal
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Volunteer community groups
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Charitable organizations
- Groups offering recreational, social, cultural, art, or sports programs
Who is not eligible
- Groups that do not serve East Gwillimbury residents
- Groups that do not meet the residency requirements
- Groups that do not maintain required governance or financial records, where applicable
- Groups that do not comply with municipal, provincial, or federal rules
Eligible geographic areas
- East Gwillimbury
Activities funded
- Recreational programs and services
- Art and cultural activities
- Social programs and services
- Sports programs and events
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare application materials
- Gather the mission statement, supporting legal status documents, and other required group information.
- Prepare the financial statement, next-year budget, and program or event schedule.
- Step 2: Compile supporting documents
- Include board or executive committee details, residency verification, and insurance certificate where required.
- Attach any agreement letters or other information requested by the department.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the complete application to the Parks, Recreation and Culture Department.
- Step 4: Await decision
- The Town reviews the application and sends the eligibility decision in writing.
Documents Needed
- Mission statement or mandate statement
- Proof of non-profit, charitable, or charter status, if applicable
- Board or executive committee list, if applicable
- Certificate of insurance, where required
- Financial statement and next-year budget
Selection criteria
- Alignment with community needs not already met by another affiliated group
- Open membership or participation for East Gwillimbury residents
- Ability to operate responsibly and meet financial obligations
- Compliance with governing documents, policies, and bylaws
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Manager of Recreation, Community Engagement and Events, or designate.
- The Town responds within 15 business days after receiving a complete application.
- Eligibility or ineligibility is provided in writing.
- Approved groups must follow the policy and may be asked for additional information later.
Additional information
- Affiliated status is approved for a maximum of two years.
- Groups must reapply to renew their status.
- Approval is not guaranteed in subsequent years.
- Outstanding debts to the Town must be paid in full before approval.
Official sources
Frequently Asked Questions about the Affiliated Community Group Policy Program
What is the Affiliated Community Group Policy?
This program supports eligible community groups with access to Town recreation facilities and related support. It applies to recreational, cultural, social, art, and sports programs for East Gwillimbury residents.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Affiliated Community Group Policy program?
To be eligible for the Affiliated Community Group Policy program, you must:
Serve East Gwillimbury residents
Provide community programs or services
Have a documented mission or mandate
Who can I contact for more information about the Affiliated Community Group Policy?
You can contact Town of East Gwillimbury (EG).
Where is the Affiliated Community Group Policy available?
The Affiliated Community Group Policy program is available Montérégie, Ontario, Quebec.
Is the Affiliated Community Group Policy a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Affiliated Community Group Policy is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Affiliated Community Group Policy?
Affiliated Community Group Policy is funded by Town of East Gwillimbury (EG)