Closed
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Cambridge, Kitchener, North Dumfries, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program offers water-saving incentives for businesses in Waterloo Region, with support of up to $10,000 for certain audits and consulting. It supports water use reduction through reviews, sub-metering, fixture upgrades, and other water-efficiency projects.
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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
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Accommodation and food services
- Public administration
Location
- Cambridge, Kitchener, North Dumfries, Waterloo
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Water use reviews and water balance audits.
- Water sub-metering projects.
- Water-saving upgrades and process improvements.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial businesses
- Industrial businesses
- Institutional organizations
Eligible expenses
- Water balance audits and consulting fees.
- Water process analysis and sub-metering installations.
- Costs for water-saving projects.
Eligible geographic areas
- Waterloo Region
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Brownfield incentive program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Brownfield incentive program. 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 Brownfield incentive program?
This program offers water-saving incentives for businesses in Waterloo Region, with support of up to $10,000 for certain audits and consulting. It supports water use reduction through reviews, sub-metering, fixture upgrades, and other water-efficiency projects.
How much funding can be received?
Brownfield incentive program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Brownfield incentive program program?
To be eligible for the Brownfield incentive program program, you must:
Waterloo Region businesses
Commercial, industrial, or institutional sectors
Water-use reduction projects
What expenses are eligible under Brownfield incentive program?
Water use reviews and water balance audits.
Water sub-metering projects.
Water-saving upgrades and process improvements.
Who can I contact for more information about the Brownfield incentive program?
You can contact City of Kitchener by email at none or by phone at 519-575-4400.
Where is the Brownfield incentive program available?
The Brownfield incentive program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Brownfield incentive program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Brownfield incentive program is a Grant and Funding