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Business Improvement Area Community Improvement Plan of the Municipality of Centre Hastings
Funding for downtown commercial property improvements
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Madoc, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports commercial property improvements in the Municipality of Centre Hastings, with up to $3,000 for most streams and up to $1,000 for permit fees. It funds façade, accessibility, building and permit-related improvements, as well as a tax increment equivalent grant for eligible property upgrades.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Madoc
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Façade and signage improvement projects for commercial buildings
- Accessibility upgrades to existing buildings
- Building improvement projects for commercial properties
- Planning and building permit-related improvement projects
- Property rehabilitation that increases assessed value and taxes
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Photographs of the existing building
- Two cost estimates for the work or materials
- Plan or sketch of the proposed improvements
- Additional plans, permits or drawings if requested
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial property owners
- Commercial tenants with written owner permission
- Eligible applicants in the Business Improvement Area
Who is not eligible
- Owners of properties with municipal taxes or other charges in arrears
- Applicants for non-commercial properties
- Applicants submitting work already started or completed
Eligible expenses
- Façade and signage improvements, including repairs and replacement of storefront elements
- Accessibility upgrades such as ramps, automatic doors and accessible washrooms
- Building repairs and upgrades, including roof, structural, plumbing, electrical and energy efficiency work
- Planning and building permit fees
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work started or completed before approval
- Applications with incomplete forms or fewer than two quotes
- Costs above the program maximums
Eligible geographic areas
- Business Improvement Area of the Municipality of Centre Hastings
- Downtown core of the Village of Madoc
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by municipal staff and the CIP Taskforce.
- The Taskforce makes recommendations to Council within 30 days after the application deadline.
- Council makes the final decision on approval, extensions and funding allocation.
- Approved applicants must sign a Financial Assistance Agreement.
- Funding is released on a reimbursement basis after paid invoices are submitted.
Additional information
- Only one grant or loan per property is allowed within a three-year period.
- Applicants may apply for one program per property in a single application.
- Applicants may be asked to attend a pre-application meeting with municipal staff.
- All applications must include original signatures and complete supporting documents.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Business Improvement Area Community Improvement Plan of the Municipality of Centre Hastings Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Business Improvement Area Community Improvement Plan of the Municipality of Centre Hastings. 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 Business Improvement Area Community Improvement Plan of the Municipality of Centre Hastings?
This program supports commercial property improvements in the Municipality of Centre Hastings, with up to $3,000 for most streams and up to $1,000 for permit fees. It funds façade, accessibility, building and permit-related improvements, as well as a tax increment equivalent grant for eligible property upgrades.
How much funding can be received?
Business Improvement Area Community Improvement Plan of the Municipality of Centre Hastings Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $3,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Business Improvement Area Community Improvement Plan of the Municipality of Centre Hastings program?
To be eligible for the Business Improvement Area Community Improvement Plan of the Municipality of Centre Hastings program, you must:
Commercial property in the designated area
Owner or authorized tenant applicant
No arrears on municipal charges
What expenses are eligible under Business Improvement Area Community Improvement Plan of the Municipality of Centre Hastings?
Façade and signage improvement projects for commercial buildings
Accessibility upgrades to existing buildings
Building improvement projects for commercial properties
Planning and building permit-related improvement projects
Property rehabilitation that increases assessed value and taxes
Who can I contact for more information about the Business Improvement Area Community Improvement Plan of the Municipality of Centre Hastings?
You can contact Municipality of Centre Hastings by email at ppilgrim@centrehastings.com or by phone at 613-473-4030.
Where is the Business Improvement Area Community Improvement Plan of the Municipality of Centre Hastings available?
The Business Improvement Area Community Improvement Plan of the Municipality of Centre Hastings program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Business Improvement Area Community Improvement Plan of the Municipality of Centre Hastings a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Business Improvement Area Community Improvement Plan of the Municipality of Centre Hastings is a Grant and Funding