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City of Edmonton - Storefront Improvement Grant
Supports storefront exterior renovations in Edmonton
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Open Date : November 1, 2026
- Closing date : November 30, 2026
Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Overview
Matching reimbursement support for storefront exterior renovations in Edmonton Business Improvement Areas and approved target areas. The program funds eligible improvements that enhance commercial facades, accessibility, pedestrian appeal, and related design features.
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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
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : November 1, 2026
- Closing date : November 30, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
Location
- Edmonton
- Alberta
Legal structures
- For-profit business
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
- Large exterior storefront renovations
- Small exterior refresh projects
- Facade improvements that make the building more pedestrian-friendly and accessible
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Building elevations and site plan
- Conceptual drawings or renderings
- Photos of the current storefront
- Contractor quotes and cost breakdown
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Authorized agents acting on behalf of property owners
- Commercial buildings in BIAs or council-approved target areas
Who is not eligible
- Home-based businesses
- Buildings used for auto-oriented purposes such as gas stations
- Buildings with large parking lots between the building and the sidewalk
- Properties that have already received a Storefront Improvement or Facade Improvement grant
Eligible expenses
- Design and engineering fees
- Project management and administration costs
- Construction labour and materials
- Windows, doors, cladding, awnings, patios, signage, lighting, and accessibility features
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Permit fees, insurance, tools, consumables, and incidental costs
- Work started before the Reimbursement Agreement is signed
- Window tinting, vinyl wraps, frosted glass, and other visual obstructions
- Rolling shutters and security bars as reimbursable costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Business Improvement Areas in Edmonton
- Council-approved Target Areas in Edmonton
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Project Review Committee.
- Decisions may be approval, approval with conditions, or refusal.
- Approved applicants enter into a Reimbursement Agreement before construction.
- The City verifies completion and compliance before issuing reimbursement.
- Decisions are final and cannot be appealed.
Additional information
- Applications are only accepted during specific intake periods.
- The program uses a matching reimbursement model.
- A Reimbursement Agreement must be signed before construction begins.
- Approved projects must be maintained for 5 years.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the City of Edmonton - Storefront Improvement Grant Program
What is the City of Edmonton - Storefront Improvement Grant?
Matching reimbursement support for storefront exterior renovations in Edmonton Business Improvement Areas and approved target areas. The program funds eligible improvements that enhance commercial facades, accessibility, pedestrian appeal, and related design features.
How much funding can be received?
City of Edmonton - Storefront Improvement Grant Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications will open on November 1, 2026.
Who is eligible for the City of Edmonton - Storefront Improvement Grant program?
To be eligible for the City of Edmonton - Storefront Improvement Grant program, you must:
Property owner or authorized representative
Building in a BIA or approved target area
Commercial main floor and no work started
What expenses are eligible under City of Edmonton - Storefront Improvement Grant?
Large exterior storefront renovations
Small exterior refresh projects
Facade improvements that make the building more pedestrian-friendly and accessible
Who can I contact for more information about the City of Edmonton - Storefront Improvement Grant?
You can contact City of Edmonton by email at storefront.improvement@edmonton.ca or by phone at 780-221-2337.
Where is the City of Edmonton - Storefront Improvement Grant available?
The City of Edmonton - Storefront Improvement Grant program is available the province of Alberta.