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Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program

Q: 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: Non-profit organization Registered 2+ years Project is incremental

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Ontario, Canada

Support for incremental community economic development projects

Grant and Funding

Trenval Business Development Corporation

Overview

The program provides up to $10,000 to support incremental, community-driven projects. It helps eligible non-profit organizations enhance community economic development, growth, and well-being.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 10,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : November 7, 2025

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

All dimensions

Activities funded

New initiatives that enhance community economic development efforts.
Enhancements to existing activities that improve community economic development efforts.
Projects that contribute to community growth and overall well-being.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 9,850

Run pop-up markets and workshops for new local entrepreneurs

$ 10,000

Build a community training hub linking residents to trades jobs

Eligibility

The applicant is a not-for-profit / non-profit corporation.
The organization operates within the Trenval catchment area.
The organization has been registered for 2 or more years.
The project is incremental (a new initiative or an enhancement to existing activities).
The project contributes to community economic development, growth, and well-being.

Who is eligible?

Not-for-profit / non-profit organizations (incorporated)

Who is not eligible

For-profit businesses.
Organizations not registered for at least 2 years.
Organizations operating outside the Trenval catchment area.

Eligible geographic areas

City of Belleville (Ontario)
City of Quinte West (Ontario)
Town of Deseronto (Ontario)
Municipality of Stirling-Rawdon (Ontario)
Tyendinaga Township (Ontario)
Tyendinaga Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte (Ontario)

How to apply

Step 1: Prepare submission package

Compile the information required for your project submission.

Step 2: Submit by email

Send your submission by email to the program contact at Trenval.

Additional information

Supported projects are expected to be inclusive, strategic, sustainable, and community-driven.
The program is part of Trenval’s strategic plan.

Contacts

bwilson@trenval.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) 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.