Closed
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 50
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Parry Sound, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports local nonprofit and charitable groups that provide leisure services, programs, or events in the Town of Parry Sound. It offers in-kind support such as facility and equipment use, promotion, grant assistance, and training refunds, with maximum refunds of $50 per person per course and $200 per group per year.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Parry Sound
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
- General public
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Delivery of leisure services and programs open to the public.
- Special events and community events, including fundraising events.
Documents Needed
- Community Affiliation Application Form
- Current executive list with contact information
- Most recent annual financial report
- Current mandate and objectives
- Event Planner and marketing plan, if applying for a fundraising event
- Proof of insurance coverage, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Town of Parry Sound-based nonprofit community groups.
- Charitable organizations hosting special events or community events.
- Nonprofit groups seeking municipal assistance for fundraising events.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals.
- For-profit groups or organizations.
- Churches.
- Service clubs.
Eligible expenses
- Training and leadership development costs, by refund.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Support for individuals.
- Support for for-profit groups or organizations.
- Support for churches.
- Support for service clubs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Town of Parry Sound, Ontario.
Selection criteria
- Local activities or services that benefit most residents.
- Activities that promote healthy living.
- Services for children, youth, persons with disabilities, and seniors.
- Accessible, non-exclusive community services.
- Initiatives that partner with others and do not duplicate existing activities.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the Community Affiliation Application Form
- Include membership information.
- Include the current executive list and contact details.
- Attach the most recent annual financial report.
- Attach the group mandate and objectives.
- Include membership fees and other charges.
- Step 2: Complete event documents, if applicable
- Fill out the Event Planner for fundraising events.
- Prepare the marketing and advertising plan.
- Step 3: Provide insurance information
- Advise the amount of coverage if the group carries insurance.
- Step 4: Submit to the Department of Economic Development and Leisure Services
- Send the completed application and supporting documents for review.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Director and Leisure Services Coordinator.
- Applicants are notified in writing within 4 weeks.
- Approved groups must update their status every 2 years.
Additional information
- Registration does not guarantee municipal support.
- Approved groups must update their status every 2 years.
- Special events require follow-up reporting after the event.
- Support is mainly in-kind, with some training refunds.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Affiliation Policy Program
What is the Community Affiliation Policy?
This program supports local nonprofit and charitable groups that provide leisure services, programs, or events in the Town of Parry Sound. It offers in-kind support such as facility and equipment use, promotion, grant assistance, and training refunds, with maximum refunds of $50 per person per course and $200 per group per year.
How much funding can be received?
Community Affiliation Policy Funds up to $50 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Affiliation Policy program?
To be eligible for the Community Affiliation Policy program, you must:
Town of Parry Sound based group.
Public leisure service or event.
Aligned with Council goals.
What expenses are eligible under Community Affiliation Policy?
Delivery of leisure services and programs open to the public.
Special events and community events, including fundraising events.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Affiliation Policy?
You can contact Town of Parry Sound by email at middaugh@townofparrysound.com or by phone at 705-746-2101.
Where is the Community Affiliation Policy available?
The Community Affiliation Policy program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Affiliation Policy a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Affiliation Policy is a Other Support