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Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program
Community support for nonprofit projects
Latest source updateLast Update: July 31, 2026Latest change: Changed: eligibility, application process, timeline and deadlines.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 31, 2026
Latest change: Changed: eligibility, application process, timeline and deadlines.
Grant changed: eligibility, application process
We detected changes to eligibility, application process, timeline and deadlines, funding terms, scope and target audience.
Funding available
$ 10,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
CEED provides up to $10,000 to support incremental community projects led by not-for-profit organizations. It funds initiatives that strengthen economic development, community well-being, and quality of life in the Trenval catchment area.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Incremental projects, meaning new initiatives or enhancements to existing activities.
- Business initiatives, tourism, entrepreneurship, and economic opportunities for specific client groups.
Documents Needed
- A copy of charter or Articles of Incorporation or Letters Patent.
- A list of Board Members and contact information.
- A copy of most recent financial statements.
- A completed and signed application.
- For unincorporated organizations: Business Registration, a list of committee members and contact information, Terms of Reference, roles and responsibilities for your committee if not otherwise addressed in terms of reference, and any other documentation as requested by Trenval.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit / non-profit organizations
- Unincorporated organizations that can show evidence of a governance structure in place similar to an incorporated organization
Who is not eligible
- Municipalities
- For-profit businesses
- Individuals
- Organizations that receive over 50% in government funding
Eligible expenses
- Costs that relate directly to the project activities, including capital and non-capital costs.
- Adoption of innovation and technology, including digital adoption acquisitions.
- Costs that drive organizational growth and/or expansion.
- Equipment purchases and professional fees.
- Other costs that are reasonable, incremental, and directly attributable to the activities necessary to support desired results in the opinion of Trenval.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Operating costs, including wages and benefits.
- Yearly recurring tourism events and festivals.
- HST, GST and PST.
- Entertainment and hospitality costs.
- Land, building or vehicle purchases; refinancing; depreciation or amortization expense; costs related to litigation; memberships; consulting fees; and other costs deemed ineligible by Trenval.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Belleville
- City of Quinte West
- Town of Deseronto
- Municipality of Stirling-Rawdon
- Tyendinaga Township
- Tyendinaga Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte
Selection criteria
- Project contributes to the growth and overall well-being of the community.
- Project is incremental, meaning a new initiative or an enhancement to existing activities.
- Budget is reasonable and feasible, with appropriate funding in place to complete the project or an appropriate plan for sustainability if the project is ongoing.
- The applicant has the human and physical resources required, and outcomes and measurements of success are clearly described.
- The recipient will recognize the contribution of Trenval, and the project fits the vision, mission and values of the applicant’s core services and operations.
How to apply
- Contact the Executive Director of Trenval for a CED Project Funding Request Form.
- Completed applications must be submitted to Trenval by 11:59pm on November 7, 2025.
- Submissions must follow the format of the application form and use the budget form provided.
- Pages should be numbered.
- Submissions are to be sent by e-mail to bwilson@trenval.ca.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are generally reviewed in the first quarter of the year.
- The Trenval Community Economic Development Committee will review applications based on the following criteria.
- Trenval retains the right to decline any application.
- Funding is limited; some eligible projects may not be approved or may only receive partial funding.
Additional information
- The program is part of Trenval’s strategic plan.
- The CEED program is funded by the Trenval Board of Directors and Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program Program
What is the Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program?
CEED provides up to $10,000 to support incremental community projects led by not-for-profit organizations. It funds initiatives that strengthen economic development, community well-being, and quality of life in the Trenval catchment area.
How much funding can be received?
Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program program?
To be eligible for the Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program program, you must:
Not-for-profit / non-profit organizations.
Registered for 2 or more years.
Incremental projects that contribute to the growth and overall well-being of the community.
What expenses are eligible under Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program?
Incremental projects, meaning new initiatives or enhancements to existing activities.
Business initiatives, tourism, entrepreneurship, and economic opportunities for specific client groups.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program?
You can contact Trenval Business Development Corporation by email at bwilson@trenval.ca or by phone at 613-961-7999 ext. 224.
Where is the Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program available?
The Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program is a Grant and Funding