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Belleville Downtown Accessibility Grant
Supports accessible downtown property improvements
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- Funding available
- $ 20,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Belleville, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Funding helps improve downtown accessibility and support related property upgrades in Belleville. It provides financial assistance for eligible accessibility-focused works and, where applicable, related downtown revitalization improvements.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $20,000
- Maximum share of project costs
- 50%
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Belleville
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- All legal structures
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Tenants
- Designates of eligible downtown properties
Eligible expenses
- Accessibility-related construction and renovation costs
- Professional design and preparation fees
- Installation materials and labour
- Approved drawings and inspection-related costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work not related to accessibility improvements
- Projects that do not meet the program’s design requirements
Eligible geographic areas
- Downtown Improvement Area, Belleville
Activities funded
- Interior and exterior accessibility improvements to downtown properties
- Barrier-free renovations for shops, services, and housing
How to apply
- Step 1: Pre-application consultation
- Meet with City staff to review eligibility, scope, and timing.
- Step 2: Submit application
- File the completed application with the required supporting materials.
- Step 3: Complete the work
- Carry out the approved project and obtain any required permits.
- Step 4: Submit proof of completion
- Provide invoices and other required evidence for review.
Documents Needed
- Completed program application form
- Supporting work plan or project description
- Cost estimates or paid invoices
- Drawings or photographs of the proposed or completed work
- Signed agreement with the City, if required
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and may be inspected by City staff.
- Approval is not guaranteed and depends on compliance with program requirements.
- If approved, the applicant must enter into an agreement with the City before funding is issued.
- Payment is made after completion and proof of eligible costs.
Additional information
- Applicants must complete a pre-consultation with City staff before applying.
- All works must comply with City bylaws, the Official Plan, and building requirements.
- An agreement with the City may be required and can be registered on title.
- Projects may be reviewed for compliance after completion, including inspections and audits.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Belleville Downtown Accessibility Grant Program
What is the Belleville Downtown Accessibility Grant?
Funding helps improve downtown accessibility and support related property upgrades in Belleville. It provides financial assistance for eligible accessibility-focused works and, where applicable, related downtown revitalization improvements.
How much funding can be received?
Belleville Downtown Accessibility Grant Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Belleville Downtown Accessibility Grant program?
To be eligible for the Belleville Downtown Accessibility Grant program, you must:
Pre-consultation required
Downtown Improvement Area property
Accessibility-focused project
What expenses are eligible under Belleville Downtown Accessibility Grant?
Accessibility-related construction and renovation costs
Professional design and preparation fees
Installation materials and labour
Approved drawings and inspection-related costs
Where is the Belleville Downtown Accessibility Grant available?
The Belleville Downtown Accessibility Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Belleville Downtown Accessibility Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Belleville Downtown Accessibility Grant is a Grant and Funding