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Cemetery Improvement Grant
Funding for cemetery improvement and repair projects
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program provides up to $5,000 per cemetery per year for cemetery improvement and repair projects in South Stormont. It supports work such as stone restoration, fence repairs, and landscaping improvements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Cemetery improvement projects
- Cemetery repair projects
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Cemetery name and legal location or civic address
- Total project budget
- At least two cost estimates
- Previous two years' financial statements
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Cemetery operators
- Local residents or not-for-profit organizations maintaining cemeteries
Eligible expenses
- Stone restoration and refurbishment
- Fence repairs
- Landscaping improvements and repairs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Routine maintenance costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Township of South Stormont
Selection criteria
- Available funding
- Number of applications received
- Demonstrated need
- Existing funds
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the Cemetery Improvement Grant application form.
- Include the required project and financial information.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the application to the Township of South Stormont Corporate Services Department.
- Submit by October 31.
- Step 3: Await review and decision
- The Township reviews applications and prepares a recommendation for Council consideration and approval.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Township staff.
- Funding recommendations are prepared for Council consideration and approval.
- Recipients must complete an acknowledgement of compliance and submit photos and invoices as a final report by December 31.
Additional information
- Applicants must submit by October 31 for consideration in the following year's budget.
- An authorized cemetery representative must sign the application.
- Public recognition of the Township's contribution is required for recipients.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cemetery Improvement Grant Program
What is the Cemetery Improvement Grant?
The program provides up to $5,000 per cemetery per year for cemetery improvement and repair projects in South Stormont. It supports work such as stone restoration, fence repairs, and landscaping improvements.
How much funding can be received?
Cemetery Improvement Grant Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Cemetery Improvement Grant program?
To be eligible for the Cemetery Improvement Grant program, you must:
South Stormont cemetery operators
Cemetery improvement or repair projects
Required supporting documents
What expenses are eligible under Cemetery Improvement Grant?
Cemetery improvement projects
Cemetery repair projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Cemetery Improvement Grant?
You can contact Township of South Stormont by email at info@southstormont.ca or by phone at 613-534-8889.
Where is the Cemetery Improvement Grant available?
The Cemetery Improvement Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Cemetery Improvement Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Cemetery Improvement Grant is a Grant and Funding