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Community Immigrant Retention in Rural Ontario (CIRRO)
Supports rural communities retaining newcomers and youth
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- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program helps rural Ontario communities attract and retain newcomers and youth. It supports community engagement, data analysis, planning, and measuring results to strengthen local economies.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Attract or retain talent
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- 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?
- Community and neighbourhood organizations
- Municipal, county, or regional governments
- Chambers of commerce
- Business improvement associations
- Tourism associations
- Community futures development corporations
Eligible geographic areas
- Rural communities in Ontario
Activities funded
- Developing a strategy to help newcomers and youth settle in the community.
- Engaging community members and raising awareness.
- Collecting and analyzing local findings.
- Planning actions to support long-term retention.
- Measuring results and adjusting the plan.
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact the program team
- Email the program team or call the listed phone number.
- Step 2: Get advisor support
- A regional economic development advisor is assigned to help tailor the program.
- The advisor provides training and tools for the project.
- Step 3: Run the program
- Carry out the four program stages in your community with guidance.
Documents Needed
- Completed request for the CIRRO guidebook.
Additional information
- A regional economic development advisor is assigned to support the project.
- The program provides a step-by-step guide and benchmarking indicators.
Contacts
Official sources
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Immigrant Retention in Rural Ontario (CIRRO) Program
What is the Community Immigrant Retention in Rural Ontario (CIRRO)?
This program helps rural Ontario communities attract and retain newcomers and youth. It supports community engagement, data analysis, planning, and measuring results to strengthen local economies.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Community Immigrant Retention in Rural Ontario (CIRRO) program?
To be eligible for the Community Immigrant Retention in Rural Ontario (CIRRO) program, you must:
Rural Ontario community.
Enough resources to carry out the project.
Eligible local organization type.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Immigrant Retention in Rural Ontario (CIRRO)?
You can contact Government of Ontario by email at ruralaffairs@ontario.ca or by phone at 1-877-424-1300.
Where is the Community Immigrant Retention in Rural Ontario (CIRRO) available?
The Community Immigrant Retention in Rural Ontario (CIRRO) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Immigrant Retention in Rural Ontario (CIRRO) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Immigrant Retention in Rural Ontario (CIRRO) is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Immigrant Retention in Rural Ontario (CIRRO)?
Community Immigrant Retention in Rural Ontario (CIRRO) is funded by Government of Ontario