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City of Saskatoon - Facade Conservation and Enhancement Grant Program
Funding for commercial facade improvements in Saskatoon
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 16,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 9, 2026
Location
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
This program supports façade improvement and heritage conservation for commercial properties in Saskatoon’s established commercial areas. It offers up to $16,000 for façade conservation, up to $4,000 for heritage conservation, and up to $2,500 for building refresh 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
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 16,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : September 9, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Saskatoon
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Large-scale facade redevelopment
- Heritage facade conservation
- Small maintenance and improvement projects for storefront facades
- Projects that improve the public realm and pedestrian experience
Documents Needed
- Signed and completed application form
- Project description and materials description
- Scaled drawings or renderings of the proposed project
- Line-by-line cost breakdown for facade-related work
- Current photos of the building facade, plus historic photos if available
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Businesses
- Commercial property tenants with owner consent
Who is not eligible
- Properties in tax arrears
- Properties under an Order to Remedy from the City of Saskatoon
- Projects on buildings without heritage elements that are only maintenance, except under the Building Refresh Incentive
Eligible expenses
- Materials, contractor labour, and equipment rental
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Administrative costs
- Legal fees
- Own labour by the applicant or property owner
- Projects on buildings without heritage elements that are only maintenance, except under the Building Refresh Incentive
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Saskatoon
- Established commercial areas with allocated funding
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Program Coordinator and, for most streams, by an Adjudication Committee.
- Facade Conservation and Enhancement and Heritage Conservation applications are reviewed twice a year.
- Building Refresh applications are reviewed and approved administratively throughout the year on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Applicants are notified of the decision, and approved projects receive a start date and completion deadline.
- Payment is issued after satisfactory completion of the project, submission of receipts, and closure of relevant permits if required.
Additional information
- The program has three incentive streams.
- Applicants should review the Program Guide before applying.
- Only complete applications are considered.
- Grant payment is issued after project completion and permit closure, if applicable.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the City of Saskatoon - Facade Conservation and Enhancement Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the City of Saskatoon - Facade Conservation and Enhancement Grant Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the City of Saskatoon - Facade Conservation and Enhancement Grant Program?
This program supports façade improvement and heritage conservation for commercial properties in Saskatoon’s established commercial areas. It offers up to $16,000 for façade conservation, up to $4,000 for heritage conservation, and up to $2,500 for building refresh projects.
How much funding can be received?
City of Saskatoon - Facade Conservation and Enhancement Grant Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $16,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the City of Saskatoon - Facade Conservation and Enhancement Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the City of Saskatoon - Facade Conservation and Enhancement Grant Program program, you must:
Commercial property facade project
Located in an funded program area
Tenant applications need owner consent
What expenses are eligible under City of Saskatoon - Facade Conservation and Enhancement Grant Program?
Large-scale facade redevelopment
Heritage facade conservation
Small maintenance and improvement projects for storefront facades
Projects that improve the public realm and pedestrian experience
Who can I contact for more information about the City of Saskatoon - Facade Conservation and Enhancement Grant Program?
You can contact City of Saskatoon by email at building.standards@saskatoon.ca or by phone at 306-975-2645.
Where is the City of Saskatoon - Facade Conservation and Enhancement Grant Program available?
The City of Saskatoon - Facade Conservation and Enhancement Grant Program program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the City of Saskatoon - Facade Conservation and Enhancement Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
City of Saskatoon - Facade Conservation and Enhancement Grant Program is a Grant and Funding