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City of Sarnia - Downtown and Mitton Village Community Improvement Plan
Funding for downtown, village and housing improvements
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 8,000 - $ 75,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Sarnia, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Supports property improvements and redevelopment in Sarnia’s Downtown, Mitton Village, and city-wide affordable housing areas. Offers matching grants and tax-based incentives for eligible renovation, façade, landscaping, housing, and related development projects.
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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
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Minimum amount : 8,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Sarnia
- 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
- Downtown and Mitton Village façade and storefront improvements.
- Landscaping, pedestrian, and public realm upgrades in Mitton Village.
- Renovation and rehabilitation of commercial, mixed-use, and residential buildings.
- Affordable housing development and repair projects.
- Creation of additional residential units.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Eligibility review confirmation
- Site plan, design study, or architectural drawings
- Work plan and construction drawings
- At least two itemized cost estimates from licensed contractors or consultants
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered owners of eligible properties.
- Authorized agents acting for the registered owner.
- Owners of commercial, institutional, mixed-use, and eligible residential properties in the program areas.
Eligible expenses
- Eligible renovation, façade, landscaping, and property improvement costs.
- Professional fees such as architectural, design, planning, and consulting services.
- Costs for building code, accessibility, fire protection, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical upgrades.
- Planning and building permit fees, where applicable under the program.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work started before City approval and a signed agreement.
- Construction financing and long-term debt interest costs.
- Short-term rental accommodation for additional residential units.
- Tourist accommodation or student housing for units that must remain affordable.
Eligible geographic areas
- Downtown Sarnia
- Mitton Village
- City of Sarnia
How to apply
- Step 1: Eligibility Review
- Complete the CIP eligibility review before applying.
- Confirm the project area and basic program requirements.
- Step 2: Prepare Application
- Gather the required forms and supporting documents.
- Obtain at least two itemized cost estimates from licensed contractors or consultants.
- Step 3: Submit Application
- Submit the completed application through the City’s CIP application form.
- Ensure the application is complete before submission.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first screened for eligibility and completeness.
- City staff review the proposal and may conduct a site visit or inspection.
- The applicant is notified of the outcome after review.
- Approved applicants must sign a Community Improvement Plan Grant Agreement.
- Payment is made after the approved work is completed and verified.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed in a first-come, first-served order until the annual budget is depleted.
- Work cannot begin before City approval and a signed agreement.
- Applicants may apply for more than one CIP program, with separate applications required.
- The City may require additional program-specific guidelines and documentation.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the City of Sarnia - Downtown and Mitton Village Community Improvement Plan Program
What is the City of Sarnia - Downtown and Mitton Village Community Improvement Plan?
Supports property improvements and redevelopment in Sarnia’s Downtown, Mitton Village, and city-wide affordable housing areas. Offers matching grants and tax-based incentives for eligible renovation, façade, landscaping, housing, and related development projects.
How much funding can be received?
City of Sarnia - Downtown and Mitton Village Community Improvement Plan Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $75,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the City of Sarnia - Downtown and Mitton Village Community Improvement Plan program?
To be eligible for the City of Sarnia - Downtown and Mitton Village Community Improvement Plan program, you must:
Property must be in an eligible project area.
Applicant must be owner or authorized agent.
City taxes must be paid in full.
What expenses are eligible under City of Sarnia - Downtown and Mitton Village Community Improvement Plan?
Downtown and Mitton Village façade and storefront improvements.
Landscaping, pedestrian, and public realm upgrades in Mitton Village.
Renovation and rehabilitation of commercial, mixed-use, and residential buildings.
Affordable housing development and repair projects.
Creation of additional residential units.
Who can I contact for more information about the City of Sarnia - Downtown and Mitton Village Community Improvement Plan?
You can contact City of Sarnia by email at planning@sarnia.ca or by phone at 519-332-0330.
Where is the City of Sarnia - Downtown and Mitton Village Community Improvement Plan available?
The City of Sarnia - Downtown and Mitton Village Community Improvement Plan program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the City of Sarnia - Downtown and Mitton Village Community Improvement Plan a grant, loan, or tax credit?
City of Sarnia - Downtown and Mitton Village Community Improvement Plan is a Grant and Funding