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Affordable Recreation Program
Affordable recreation support for families
Latest source updateLast Update: May 7, 2026Latest change: The Affordable Recreation Program now includes a new funding application section and updated resident-specific guidance for Tiny, Penetanguishene, and Oro-Medonte.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 7, 2026
Latest change: The Affordable Recreation Program now includes a new funding application section and updated resident-specific guidance for Tiny, Penetanguishene, and Oro-Medonte.
Affordable Recreation Program updated
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.
Funding available
$ 500
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Subsidized registration for recreation programs
- Borrowing sports loaner equipment
- Borrowing skates through the skate loaner program
Documents Needed
- Play Portal account
- Personal information
- Financial, budget, and tax information
- We Are The Villagers application
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
Selection criteria
- First-come, first-served review
- Complete and eligible application
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.
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.
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.
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?
Subsidized registration for recreation programs
Borrowing sports loaner equipment
Borrowing skates through the skate loaner program
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 Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Affordable Recreation Program?
Affordable Recreation Program is funded by Township of Tiny