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Business Façade Development Program
Last Update: March 3, 2026
British Columbia, Canada
Supports business façade enhancements for economic development
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Business Façade Development Program offers up to $20,000 in funding to support local governments in enhancing economic development through improvements to business facades. Eligible activities include upgrades to facades, signage, architectural features, lighting, awnings, patios, and murals within Northern Development’s service region.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
- Marketing a product
- Renovate your business/factory
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Activities funded
- Enhancement of business facades, including exterior improvements such as cladding, decorative features, and architectural elements.
- Installation or improvement of signage to increase visibility and appeal.
- Creation or restoration of murals to enrich the appearance of commercial areas.
- Upgrades to exterior lighting for improved safety and aesthetics.
- Construction or improvement of patios and awnings for greater functionality and curb appeal.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a local government located within Northern Development’s service region.
- Program administration may be managed by the local government or delegated to a Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Business Association, Tourism Association, or Economic Development Association within the same region.
- The project must involve eligible façade improvements such as facades, siding, murals, signage, architectural features, lighting, awnings, or patios.
Who is eligible?
- Local governments within Northern Development’s service region
Who is not eligible
- Businesses or organizations located outside of Northern Development's service region.
Eligible expenses
- Direct third-party project labour costs
- Contractor fees
- Rental of construction tools and equipment
- Project-related materials and supplies
- Shipping and freight costs
- Design, architectural or engineering fees
- PST (Provincial Sales Tax)
Eligible geographic areas
- Businesses located within Northern Development’s service region.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted electronically through the Online Application System by the specified annual intake deadline.
- Supporting documentation, such as before and after photos and invoices, is mandatory for reimbursement.
- The program may be administered by local governments or delegated associations, with businesses applying directly to these administrators for funding.
- A final report, including internal proofs of payment and photographic evidence, is required by January 31 of the following year to receive reimbursement.
Contacts
info@northerndevelopment.bc.ca
250-561-2525
