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Affordable Recreation Program

Affordable recreation support for families

Offered by
Township of Tiny
Official source: tiny.ca

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Funding available
$ 500
Up to 100% of project cost
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Families registering for recreation programs
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Overview

This program helps reduce recreation registration costs for eligible families. It also provides subsidized participation in recreation activities and year-round loaner equipment options.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$500
Maximum share of project costs
100%
Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Enhance an existing program

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Ontario
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
Public or Parapublic institution

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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Affordable Recreation Program updated

The Affordable Recreation Program now includes a new funding application section and updated resident-specific guidance for Tiny, Penetanguishene, and Oro-Medonte.

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The page now adds a dedicated Application for Funding section with an online apply-now link and instructions for families or guardians seeking support for children’s extracurricular activities. It also expands the program’s scope with resident-specific guidance for the Township of Tiny, the Town of Penetanguishene, and Oro-Medonte, alongside a Programs & Registration section that points users to login and registration resources.

Official source: tiny.ca
May 7, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Families registering for recreation programs
  • Residents using the sport loaner or skate loaner programs

Who is not eligible

  • Applicants who do not submit a complete and eligible application
  • Registrants who apply after the deadline
  • Registrants under 4 years old for Day Camp

Eligible expenses

  • Recreation program registration fees
  • Program subsidy credits applied to registration costs

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Applications submitted after the deadline
  • Registrations without a complete and eligible application
  • Activities beyond the one funded activity per registrant limit

Eligible geographic areas

  • Township of Tiny

Activities funded

  • Subsidized registration for recreation programs
  • Borrowing sports loaner equipment
  • Borrowing skates through the skate loaner program

How to apply

  • Step 1: Log in or create a Play Portal account
    • Use an existing Play Portal account or create a new one.
  • Step 2: Register for the program
    • Select Program Subsidy Registration and register for the desired recreation program.
    • Register at least 2 weeks before the program start date.
  • Step 3: Complete the application
    • Follow the link in the confirmation email to complete the We Are The Villagers application.
  • Step 4: Receive the decision
    • If approved, you will receive a confirmation email and a credit on your Play Portal account.

Documents Needed

  • Play Portal account
  • Personal information
  • Financial, budget, and tax information
  • We Are The Villagers application

Selection criteria

  • First-come, first-served review
  • Complete and eligible application

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed with We Are The Villagers to determine funding eligibility.
  • If approved, the applicant receives a confirmation email.
  • Approved funding is added as a credit to the Play Portal account.
  • The credit must be used before December 31 of the current year.

Additional information

  • Funding is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • A complete and eligible application is required.
  • One activity may be funded per registrant.
  • Approved credits must be used before December 31 of the current year.

Official sources

tiny.ca
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Affordable Recreation Program Program

What is the Affordable Recreation Program?

This program helps reduce recreation registration costs for eligible families. It also provides subsidized participation in recreation activities and year-round loaner equipment options.

How much funding can be received?

Affordable Recreation Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $500 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the Affordable Recreation Program program?

To be eligible for the Affordable Recreation Program program, you must: Apply before the deadline Complete eligible application Registrant must be 4+

What expenses are eligible under Affordable Recreation Program?

Recreation program registration fees Program subsidy credits applied to registration costs

Where is the Affordable Recreation Program available?

The Affordable Recreation Program program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Affordable Recreation Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Affordable Recreation Program is a Grant and Funding