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Community Economic Development Funding Program
Funding for Ottawa community economic development projects
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Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 50,000
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides funding of up to $50,000 for community economic development projects in Ottawa. It supports new or expanded initiatives that help create resilient jobs and new business enterprises for under-represented residents.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Employment and Training
- Not Elsewhere Classified
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next Steps
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- New or expanded community economic development projects.
- Projects that support resilient job creation.
- Projects that support business enterprise creation, including social enterprises.
Sources and recorded changes
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Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit agencies.
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ottawa
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the application form.
- Gather the supporting documents required for submission.
- Step 2: Submit by email
- Send the completed application and supporting documents by email to ian.scott@ottawa.ca.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Economic Development Funding Program Program
What is the Community Economic Development Funding Program?
This program provides funding of up to $50,000 for community economic development projects in Ottawa. It supports new or expanded initiatives that help create resilient jobs and new business enterprises for under-represented residents.
How much funding can be received?
Community Economic Development Funding Program Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Economic Development Funding Program program?
To be eligible for the Community Economic Development Funding Program program, you must:
Non-profit agencies only.
New or expanded projects.
Job or enterprise creation focus.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Economic Development Funding Program?
You can contact City of Ottawa by email at ian.scott@ottawa.ca.
Where is the Community Economic Development Funding Program available?
The Community Economic Development Funding Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Economic Development Funding Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Economic Development Funding Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Economic Development Funding Program?
Community Economic Development Funding Program is funded by City of Ottawa