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Campaign Contribution Rebate Program
Rebate program for eligible municipal campaign contributions
Offered by Official source: oakville.ca
Town of Oakville
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- Funding available
- $ 100
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Deadline
- June 28, 2027
- Location
- Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program offers rebates for eligible individuals who contribute to candidates running for Council positions in Oakville. It supports monetary contributions meeting the program rules, with eligible rebate payments issued after compliance requirements are met.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $100
- Maximum share of project costs
- 50%
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Oakville
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Canadians
- Legal structures
- Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Target groups
- General public
- Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
- Scope
- Municipal
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals making monetary contributions
- Eligible Oakville electors
- Municipal council candidates enrolled in the program
Who is not eligible
- Corporations
- Trade unions
- Candidates or family members receiving rebates on their own campaign contributions
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Non-monetary contributions.
- Contributions below $100.
Eligible geographic areas
- Oakville, Ontario
How to apply
- Step 1: Candidate enrolment
- The candidate enrols in the rebate program.
- Step 2: Make eligible contribution
- The contributor makes a qualifying monetary contribution to an enrolled candidate.
- Step 3: File required documents
- The candidate submits the required financial statement and supporting documents.
- The candidate provides a copy of each contribution receipt.
- Step 4: Rebate payment
- Eligible contributor payments are issued after all requirements are met.
Documents Needed
- Candidate financial statement.
- Documents filed under subsection 88.25 of the Act.
- Copies of contribution receipts.
Selection criteria
- Eligibility of the contributor.
- Compliance with contribution limits.
- Submission of required candidate documents.
- Resolution of any compliance audit applications.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for compliance with program requirements.
- No rebate is issued until all required candidate documentation is filed.
- Any compliance audit applications must be resolved in the candidate’s favour before payment.
- Eligible contributor payments are issued after requirements are met.
Additional information
- The program is voluntary for candidates.
- A candidate must enrol for the program for contributors to be eligible.
- Rebate payments are issued only after all requirements are met.
Contacts
Official sources
Program guide
Campaign Contributions
Frequently Asked Questions about the Campaign Contribution Rebate Program Program
What is the Campaign Contribution Rebate Program?
This program offers rebates for eligible individuals who contribute to candidates running for Council positions in Oakville. It supports monetary contributions meeting the program rules, with eligible rebate payments issued after compliance requirements are met.
How much funding can be received?
Campaign Contribution Rebate Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $100 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is June 28, 2027.
Who is eligible for the Campaign Contribution Rebate Program program?
To be eligible for the Campaign Contribution Rebate Program program, you must:
Eligible Oakville elector
Candidate enrolled in program
Monetary contribution only
Who can I contact for more information about the Campaign Contribution Rebate Program?
You can contact Town of Oakville by email at elections@oakville.ca or by phone at 905-815-6015.
Where is the Campaign Contribution Rebate Program available?
The Campaign Contribution Rebate Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Campaign Contribution Rebate Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Campaign Contribution Rebate Program is a Grant and Funding