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Barrie Bonus for Affordable Additional Residential Units
Support for affordable additional residential units
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program provides a one-time $15,000 top-up for affordable additional residential units in Barrie. It supports homeowners and eligible property owners creating new ARUs through conversion, addition, or detached construction.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Barrie
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Housing
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creating a new affordable additional residential unit.
- Converting space within an existing dwelling into an ARU.
- Adding an ARU through an addition or detached unit construction.
Documents Needed
- County of Simcoe Secondary Suites Program application approval
- Barrie Bonus application form
- Building permit approval
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Barrie property owners.
- Non-profit organizations.
- Charitable organizations.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants without approved County of Simcoe Secondary Suites Program funding.
- People who are not registered property owners.
- Projects outside the City of Barrie.
Eligible expenses
- Costs related to creating a new affordable additional residential unit.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects without approved County of Simcoe Secondary Suites Program funding.
- Applications submitted after occupancy permit issuance.
- Work for units that are not legal ARUs or not used for residential purposes.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Barrie
Processing and Agreement
- County funding must be approved first.
- The County forwards the Barrie Bonus application to the City of Barrie.
- City staff contact the applicant to enter into a funding agreement.
- The cheque is issued after the building permit is approved and issued.
Additional information
- Funding is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
- The program is tied to the County of Simcoe Secondary Suites Program.
- An agreement with the City of Barrie is required before payment is issued.
- The unit must remain a legal ARU and be used for residential purposes.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Barrie Bonus for Affordable Additional Residential Units Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Barrie Bonus for Affordable Additional Residential Units. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Barrie Bonus for Affordable Additional Residential Units?
The program provides a one-time $15,000 top-up for affordable additional residential units in Barrie. It supports homeowners and eligible property owners creating new ARUs through conversion, addition, or detached construction.
How much funding can be received?
Barrie Bonus for Affordable Additional Residential Units Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Barrie Bonus for Affordable Additional Residential Units program?
To be eligible for the Barrie Bonus for Affordable Additional Residential Units program, you must:
Approved County of Simcoe Secondary Suites Program loan.
Property located in Barrie.
Project creates a new affordable ARU.
What expenses are eligible under Barrie Bonus for Affordable Additional Residential Units?
Creating a new affordable additional residential unit.
Converting space within an existing dwelling into an ARU.
Adding an ARU through an addition or detached unit construction.
Who can I contact for more information about the Barrie Bonus for Affordable Additional Residential Units?
You can contact City of Barrie by email at IAH@simcoe.ca or by phone at 705-735-6901 x1119.
Where is the Barrie Bonus for Affordable Additional Residential Units available?
The Barrie Bonus for Affordable Additional Residential Units program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Barrie Bonus for Affordable Additional Residential Units a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Barrie Bonus for Affordable Additional Residential Units is a Grant and Funding