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City of St. Catharines Fee Assistance in Recreation (F.A.I.R.)
Recreation fee relief for low-income residents
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- Funding available
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Overview
City of St. Catharines' Fee Assistance in Recreation program supports eligible low-income recreation participants in St. Catharines by reducing costs for City leisure access. It covers registered preschool, child, youth and adult programs, individual swim passes for up to 12 months, and Older Adult Centre Memberships.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum share of project costs
- 50%
Eligible candidates
- Location
- St. Catharines
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- All legal structures
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Eligible recreation program participants living with low incomes.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of St. Catharines
How to apply
- Download and complete the Fee Assistance in Recreation (FAIR) Application Form, or pick it up from City Hall or any recreation community centre.
- Photocopy and attach proof of residency to your application.
- Photocopy last year’s Notice of Assessment for each adult in your household.
- Email your completed application and supporting documents to fair@stcatharines.ca, drop them off at City Hall, Kiwanis Aquatics Centre, or Seymour-Hannah Sports and Entertainment Centre, or mail them to the Fee Assistance in Recreation Program at St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatics Centre.
Documents Needed
- Fee Assistance in Recreation (FAIR) Application Form
- Proof of residency, such as a driver’s licence, property tax bill, or utility bill
- Last year’s Notice of Assessment for each adult in your household from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Processing and Agreement
- You will be contacted within two weeks of receiving your application with next steps.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the City of St. Catharines Fee Assistance in Recreation (F.A.I.R.) Program
What is the City of St. Catharines Fee Assistance in Recreation (F.A.I.R.)?
City of St. Catharines' Fee Assistance in Recreation program supports eligible low-income recreation participants in St. Catharines by reducing costs for City leisure access. It covers registered preschool, child, youth and adult programs, individual swim passes for up to 12 months, and Older Adult Centre Memberships.
How much funding can be received?
City of St. Catharines Fee Assistance in Recreation (F.A.I.R.) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the City of St. Catharines Fee Assistance in Recreation (F.A.I.R.) program?
To be eligible for the City of St. Catharines Fee Assistance in Recreation (F.A.I.R.) program, you must:
Live in the City of St. Catharines
Have household income below the before tax Low Income Cut-off (LICO) line for family size
Who can I contact for more information about the City of St. Catharines Fee Assistance in Recreation (F.A.I.R.)?
You can contact City of St. Catharines by email at fair@stcatharines.ca.
Where is the City of St. Catharines Fee Assistance in Recreation (F.A.I.R.) available?
The City of St. Catharines Fee Assistance in Recreation (F.A.I.R.) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the City of St. Catharines Fee Assistance in Recreation (F.A.I.R.) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
City of St. Catharines Fee Assistance in Recreation (F.A.I.R.) is a Grant and Funding