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Central Counties Tourism 2026-2027 Partnership Program
Matched funding for visitor economy growth
Latest source updateLast Update: August 1, 2026Latest change: The Partnership Program guide now spells out updated stream eligibility, intake timing, funding totals, and approval steps for 2026-2027.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 1, 2026
Latest change: The Partnership Program guide now spells out updated stream eligibility, intake timing, funding totals, and approval steps for 2026-2027.
Partnership Program guide updated
The 2026-2027 Partnership Program Guide now adds detailed stream guidance, including new eligibility expectations for Destination Development, High Impact Festivals & Events, and Tourism Marketing Support. It also confirms revised intake timing, with one main intake at the end of April and a possible second intake in July if funds remain, plus new program funding totals of $300,000 for CCT Partnered Projects, Destination Development Projects and High Impact Festivals & Events, and $79,000 for Tourism Marketing Support. The guide also expands application instructions by requiring applicants to connect with their Industry Relations Manager before receiving the application link, and by adding prerequisites for Tourism Marketing Support applicants. Logo approval instructions were also updated, including a new review contact and a stated minimum 48-hour approval window.
Funding available
$ 25,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Tourism businesses, organizations, and event organizers within York, Durham or Headwaters.
See full eligibility
Overview
The 2026-2027 Partnership Program provides matched funding to tourism businesses, organizations, and event organizers in York, Durham, and Headwaters. It supports visitor-economy growth through CCT Partnered Projects, Destination Development Projects, High Impact Festivals & Events, and Tourism Marketing Support.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- CCT Partnered Projects.
- Destination Development Projects.
- High Impact Festivals & Events.
- Tourism Marketing Support.
Official resources
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Tourism businesses, organizations, and event organizers within York, Durham or Headwaters.
Eligible geographic areas
- York Region
- Durham Region
- Headwaters
How to apply
- Review the listed resources before contacting your region’s Industry Relations Manager to discuss your project.
- Connect with your respective Industry Relations Manager to review the eligibility of your planned project.
- Receive the application link for projects that align with the Partnership Program’s streams.
Processing and Agreement
- For projects with a consumer-facing component, partners are required to include a referral link to the Central Counties Tourism consumer website, yorkdurhamheadwaters.ca, on relevant consumer-facing platforms.
- All materials featuring the CCT logo must be shared for approval prior to production or publication.
- Please allow a minimum of 48 hours for review and approval.
Additional information
- Partnership recipients are required to acknowledge the support of Central Counties Tourism in all print and digital materials related to the supported project, where possible.
- When recognizing CCT’s support, use Supported by Central Counties Tourism or In Partnership with Central Counties Tourism.
- Please do not use the term Sponsored by.
- The CCT logo and brand guidelines can be accessed directly through the online Digital Asset Library, and CCT brand assets are also available on the website in the Media Room and on the 2026/27 Partnership Program page.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Central Counties Tourism 2026-2027 Partnership Program Program
What is the Central Counties Tourism 2026-2027 Partnership Program?
The 2026-2027 Partnership Program provides matched funding to tourism businesses, organizations, and event organizers in York, Durham, and Headwaters. It supports visitor-economy growth through CCT Partnered Projects, Destination Development Projects, High Impact Festivals & Events, and Tourism Marketing Support.
How much funding can be received?
Central Counties Tourism 2026-2027 Partnership Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Central Counties Tourism 2026-2027 Partnership Program program?
To be eligible for the Central Counties Tourism 2026-2027 Partnership Program program, you must:
Tourism businesses, organizations, and event organizers within York, Durham or Headwaters.
The project must be tourism-focussed.
Projects and events must occur from April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027.
What expenses are eligible under Central Counties Tourism 2026-2027 Partnership Program?
CCT Partnered Projects.
Destination Development Projects.
High Impact Festivals & Events.
Tourism Marketing Support.
Who can I contact for more information about the Central Counties Tourism 2026-2027 Partnership Program?
You can contact Central Counties Tourism (CCT) by email at squiteria@centralcounties.ca.
Where is the Central Counties Tourism 2026-2027 Partnership Program available?
The Central Counties Tourism 2026-2027 Partnership Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Central Counties Tourism 2026-2027 Partnership Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Central Counties Tourism 2026-2027 Partnership Program is a Grant and Funding