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Burlington Heritage Grant Program
Financial support for designated heritage property conservation
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Burlington, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Burlington Heritage Grant Program provides financial support for conservation work on designated heritage properties. It helps fund eligible heritage preservation, restoration, and enhancement projects, with grants covering up to 50% of eligible project costs to a maximum of $15,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Burlington
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Housing
Target groups
- General public
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Conservation and restoration of designated heritage property features.
- Exterior heritage conservation and enhancement work.
- Interior heritage conservation of protected features.
- Structural repairs needed to restore the building’s soundness.
Documents Needed
- Completed formal application
- Supporting documents reviewed with City heritage staff
- Project information for Heritage Burlington Advisory Committee review
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Owners of designated heritage properties.
- Residential property owners.
- Commercial property owners.
Who is not eligible
- Owners of properties that are not designated heritage properties.
- Properties not designated under the Ontario Heritage Act.
Eligible expenses
- Conservation, restoration, and enhancement work on eligible heritage features.
- Eligible materials and specialized heritage restoration work.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Routine maintenance and minor repairs.
- Work on modern additions or modern materials.
- Non-historic roofing, siding, or window replacements.
- Sandblasting.
- New electrical, plumbing, heating, or insulation work.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Burlington, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- City staff and the Heritage Burlington Advisory Committee review the application.
- The applicant may be invited to attend the committee meeting.
- The decision is provided in writing.
- Applications may be approved, approved with conditions, or denied.
- Approved projects require a Conservation Agreement with the City.
Additional information
- Projects require a Conservation Agreement with the City after approval.
- Loans require City of Burlington Council approval.
- Loan payments are split: 50% upfront and the remainder after completion.
- Applications are reviewed by City staff and the Heritage Burlington Advisory Committee.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Burlington Heritage Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Burlington Heritage Grant 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 Burlington Heritage Grant Program?
The Burlington Heritage Grant Program provides financial support for conservation work on designated heritage properties. It helps fund eligible heritage preservation, restoration, and enhancement projects, with grants covering up to 50% of eligible project costs to a maximum of $15,000.
How much funding can be received?
Burlington Heritage Grant Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Burlington Heritage Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Burlington Heritage Grant Program program, you must:
Owner of a designated heritage property.
Property designated under the Ontario Heritage Act.
Eligible conservation project.
What expenses are eligible under Burlington Heritage Grant Program?
Conservation and restoration of designated heritage property features.
Exterior heritage conservation and enhancement work.
Interior heritage conservation of protected features.
Structural repairs needed to restore the building’s soundness.
Who can I contact for more information about the Burlington Heritage Grant Program?
You can contact City of Burlington by email at heritage@burlington.ca or by phone at 905-335-7777, ext. 7929.
Where is the Burlington Heritage Grant Program available?
The Burlington Heritage Grant Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Burlington Heritage Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Burlington Heritage Grant Program is a Grant and Funding