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Brownfield Tax Assistance Program (TAP)
Tax relief for brownfield remediation projects
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Centre Wellington, Ontario
Overview
The Brownfield Tax Assistance Program provides property tax relief for the remediation and redevelopment of confirmed brownfield sites in Centre Wellington. It supports environmental remediation and risk assessment/management activities, with tax assistance capped at the total eligible costs and limited to a maximum assistance period of 3 years.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
- Up to 85% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Location
- Centre Wellington
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
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Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Remediation of confirmed brownfield sites
- Substantial rehabilitation and adaptive reuse
- Brownfield redevelopment
- Environmental risk assessment and risk management
Documents Needed
- Brownfield TAP application form
- TIEG Program application
- Phase I ESA report
- Phase II ESA report
- Remedial Work Plan or Risk Assessment/Risk Management Plan
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Owners of properties in the CIPA
- Applicants for the TIEG Program
Who is not eligible
- Non-owners of the property
- Applicants without a TIEG application
- Standalone Brownfield TAP applicants
Eligible expenses
- Environmental assessment studies and surveys
- Remediation work and site condition filings
- Clean fill placement and grading
- Environmental controls, monitoring, and operation
- Environmental insurance premiums
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Standalone Brownfield TAP applications
- Projects without an approved TIEG application
- Phase I and Phase II ESA costs already covered by the Study Grant Program
- Excavation, transport, or disposal of uncontaminated excess soils
- Annual subscriptions, interior treatments, and additional treatments
Eligible geographic areas
- Community Improvement Project Area (CIPA), Centre Wellington
Processing and Agreement
- Application is submitted to the Township before remediation work begins
- Township reviews the application and supporting documents for completeness
- Township evaluates eligibility and determines the assistance amount
- Applicants are notified of approval or refusal
- An agreement with the Township is required before tax assistance is applied
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by Township staff and may be subject to Council or delegate approval.
- The Township may inspect the property and request additional documentation.
- Applicants must enter into an agreement with the Township before assistance is provided.
- Where other funding is secured, the Township’s subsidy may be reduced proportionally.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Brownfield Tax Assistance Program (TAP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Brownfield Tax Assistance Program (TAP). 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 Tax Assistance Program (TAP)?
The Brownfield Tax Assistance Program provides property tax relief for the remediation and redevelopment of confirmed brownfield sites in Centre Wellington. It supports environmental remediation and risk assessment/management activities, with tax assistance capped at the total eligible costs and limited to a maximum assistance period of 3 years.
How much funding can be received?
Brownfield Tax Assistance Program (TAP) Funds up to 85% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,500 per project.
Who is eligible for the Brownfield Tax Assistance Program (TAP) program?
To be eligible for the Brownfield Tax Assistance Program (TAP) program, you must:
Property owner in the CIPA
TIEG application required
Brownfield remediation project
What expenses are eligible under Brownfield Tax Assistance Program (TAP)?
Remediation of confirmed brownfield sites
Substantial rehabilitation and adaptive reuse
Brownfield redevelopment
Environmental risk assessment and risk management
Who can I contact for more information about the Brownfield Tax Assistance Program (TAP)?
You can contact County of Wellington by email at none or by phone at 519.846.9691 x237.
Where is the Brownfield Tax Assistance Program (TAP) available?
The Brownfield Tax Assistance Program (TAP) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Brownfield Tax Assistance Program (TAP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Brownfield Tax Assistance Program (TAP) is a Tax Credits