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CIP Business Grants and Rebates — Embrun Business Park and 417 Industrial Park
Property improvement funding for local businesses
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- Funding available
- $ 20,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Embrun, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program offers up to $20,000 to help businesses improve properties in the Embrun Business Park and 417 Industrial Park. It supports façade, signage, landscaping, accessibility, renovation, planning, and related property improvement projects.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $20,000
- Maximum share of project costs
- 50%
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Embrun
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- For-profit business
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local business owners
- Non-residential property owners
- Applicants for eligible properties in the Embrun Business Park
- Applicants for eligible properties in the 417 Industrial Park
Who is not eligible
- Properties outside the designated CIP project areas
- Developments that do not qualify as non-residential where required
- Applicants with unresolved township charges or tax arrears
Eligible expenses
- Façade, signage, and building improvement work
- Accessibility and efficiency improvements
- Landscaping and parking area works
- Planning, design, architectural, and engineering services
- Municipal permit fee rebates and development charge rebates
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects outside the eligible CIP project areas
- Work that does not comply with the CIP guidelines
- Costs incurred before approval, unless otherwise accepted by the Township
Eligible geographic areas
- Embrun Business Park
- 417 Industrial Park
- Township of Russell, Ontario
Activities funded
- Renovation and improvement of existing business properties
- Façade, signage, landscaping, and parking upgrades
- Accessibility and building efficiency improvements
- Planning, design, and architectural preparation for redevelopment
- Development or addition projects on eligible properties
How to apply
- Step 1: Confirm property location
- Check that the property is within the Community Improvement Project Areas.
- Review the CIP guidelines to identify the suitable incentive program.
- Step 2: Request the application form
- Email the Township to request the CIP Application Form.
- Optional: arrange a pre-consultation with Township staff.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed form and supporting materials to the Township by email.
- Include project description, plans, drawings, and other relevant materials.
- Step 4: Complete the project and provide proof
- Finish the project after approval.
- Provide before-and-after photos and proof of costs before funds are released.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Supporting materials for the project
- Project description
- Plans and drawings, where applicable
- Cost estimate
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the CIP goals and design guidelines.
- Quality and suitability of the proposed improvements.
- Compliance with municipal requirements and approvals.
- Ability of the project to improve the property and support economic development.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Township staff after submission.
- The Township may accept, request revisions, or reject applications.
- Approved projects must be completed before funds are released.
- Before payment, the Township requires before-and-after photos and proof of costs.
- Outstanding township charges must be resolved before processing and payment.
Additional information
- The Township may inspect properties to verify compliance.
- Applicants may need to enter a maintenance agreement.
- Projects must be completed within one year of approval.
- Up to 50% of total grants per property may be covered, excluding some rebates.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the CIP Business Grants and Rebates — Embrun Business Park and 417 Industrial Park Program
What is the CIP Business Grants and Rebates — Embrun Business Park and 417 Industrial Park?
This program offers up to $20,000 to help businesses improve properties in the Embrun Business Park and 417 Industrial Park. It supports façade, signage, landscaping, accessibility, renovation, planning, and related property improvement projects.
How much funding can be received?
CIP Business Grants and Rebates — Embrun Business Park and 417 Industrial Park Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the CIP Business Grants and Rebates — Embrun Business Park and 417 Industrial Park program?
To be eligible for the CIP Business Grants and Rebates — Embrun Business Park and 417 Industrial Park program, you must:
Property must be in a CIP project area.
Project must fit CIP guidelines.
Owner consent required if applicable.
What expenses are eligible under CIP Business Grants and Rebates — Embrun Business Park and 417 Industrial Park?
Façade, signage, and building improvement work
Accessibility and efficiency improvements
Landscaping and parking area works
Planning, design, architectural, and engineering services
Municipal permit fee rebates and development charge rebates
Who can I contact for more information about the CIP Business Grants and Rebates — Embrun Business Park and 417 Industrial Park?
You can contact Township of Russell by email at ecodev@russell.ca or by phone at 613-443-3066.
Where is the CIP Business Grants and Rebates — Embrun Business Park and 417 Industrial Park available?
The CIP Business Grants and Rebates — Embrun Business Park and 417 Industrial Park program is available the province of Ontario.