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Source verified June 9, 2026
Bracebridge Façade Improvement Grant/Loan
Supports exterior building façade upgrades
Latest source updateLast Update: June 27, 2026Latest change: The Bracebridge CIP application and program page now says all 2026 funding is fully allocated and new CIP applications are no longer being accepted.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 27, 2026
Latest change: The Bracebridge CIP application and program page now says all 2026 funding is fully allocated and new CIP applications are no longer being accepted.
CIP 2026 Applications Closed
The Community Improvement Plan application form now shows a notice that all 2026 CIP funding has been fully allocated and new applications are no longer accepted. The CIP information page also reflects this 2026 closure while keeping the program’s general terms visible, including funding of up to 50% of eligible pre-tax project costs and the program expiry date of December 31, 2030. The application portal is now informational rather than an active submission path, although the contact email and phone number remain visible for program inquiries. The updated CIP page also shows an online funding application table with 2026 entries and totals of $60,000.00 in grant amounts and $33,634.87 in loan amounts.
Funding available
$ 10,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Town of Bracebridge Community Improvement Plan (CIP) offers financial programs combining grants and loans to stimulate development and redevelopment. Eligible projects include building, property, signage, façade, energy efficiency retrofit, and housing improvements.
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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 adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Bracebridge
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- Restoration and improvement of building façades.
- Exterior upgrades that enhance the appearance of commercial properties.
- Storefront and entrance improvements, including accessibility-related modifications.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial properties.
- Mixed-use properties.
- Hotels and motels within the CIP area.
- Commercial, institutional, and mixed-use buildings in the Central Business District.
Who is not eligible
- Tenants applying for a loan.
Eligible expenses
- Restoration or replacement of brickwork, cladding, cornices, eaves, parapets, windows, doors, awnings, and exterior lighting.
- Façade cleaning and storefront or entrance redesign, including accessibility improvements.
- Other similar exterior façade repairs and improvements approved by the Town.
Eligible geographic areas
- Central Business District.
- District Shopping Area (“The Flats”).
- Mixed-Use Areas.
- CIP area for hotels and motels.
Selection criteria
- Restoration or replacement of existing brickwork or cladding, or installation of new brickwork or cladding.
- Restoration or replacement of cornices, eaves, and parapets.
- Restoration or replacement of windows, doors, awnings, and exterior lighting.
- Façade cleaning and storefront or entrance redesign.
- Other similar improvements approved by the Town.
How to apply
- Step 1: Pre-consultation
- Contact the Economic Development Officer before applying.
- Discuss the project and confirm application requirements.
- Step 2: Online application
- Complete the CIP Program Application form online.
- Select the Façade Improvement Grant/Loan program.
- Submit the application to the Town.
- Step 3: Review and next steps
- Wait for Economic Development staff to review the application.
- Respond to any follow-up communication from the Town.
- Do not begin work until formal approval is received.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Economic Development staff after submission.
- The Town contacts applicants about next steps after review.
- Funding must be formally approved before work begins.
Additional information
- All available funding through the Town of Bracebridge Community Improvement Plan (CIP) programs has been fully allocated for 2026.
- The Town is no longer accepting new CIP funding applications at this time.
- Applicants are encouraged to check back for future funding updates and program availability.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Bracebridge Façade Improvement Grant/Loan Program
What is the Bracebridge Façade Improvement Grant/Loan?
The Town of Bracebridge Community Improvement Plan (CIP) offers financial programs combining grants and loans to stimulate development and redevelopment. Eligible projects include building, property, signage, façade, energy efficiency retrofit, and housing improvements.
How much funding can be received?
Bracebridge Façade Improvement Grant/Loan Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Bracebridge Façade Improvement Grant/Loan program?
To be eligible for the Bracebridge Façade Improvement Grant/Loan program, you must:
Exterior façade improvement project.
Property owner or tenant with written consent.
Project approved before work starts.
What expenses are eligible under Bracebridge Façade Improvement Grant/Loan?
Restoration and improvement of building façades.
Exterior upgrades that enhance the appearance of commercial properties.
Storefront and entrance improvements, including accessibility-related modifications.
Who can I contact for more information about the Bracebridge Façade Improvement Grant/Loan?
You can contact Town of Bracebridge by email at ecdev@bracebridge.ca or by phone at 705-645-5264 ext. 3511.
Where is the Bracebridge Façade Improvement Grant/Loan available?
The Bracebridge Façade Improvement Grant/Loan program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Bracebridge Façade Improvement Grant/Loan a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Bracebridge Façade Improvement Grant/Loan is a Grant and Funding