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Last Update: May 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Community Improvement Funding offers top-up support for businesses participating in a local Community Improvement Plan. The program funds studies, property improvements, and major development projects in commercial, housing, agricultural, tourism, and sustainability sectors.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
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Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Pre-development studies and planning.
- Physical and aesthetic property improvements.
- Significant development projects in eligible sectors.
Documents Needed
- Application Guide
- Letter to the member municipality and/or County outlining improvement plans
- Preliminary concept or development plan
- Before-and-after photos
- Receipts for project completion
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses already participating in a local Community Improvement Plan.
- Commercial, housing, agricultural, tourism, and sustainability projects.
Eligible expenses
- Pre-development studies and planning work.
- Construction, renovation, and infrastructure improvements.
- Property enhancement costs for eligible development projects.
Eligible geographic areas
- Wellington County
- Township of Centre Wellington
- Town of Erin
- Guelph Eramosa Township
- Township of Mapleton
- Town of Minto
- Township of Puslinch
- Township of Wellington North
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed at the municipal level.
- Approved projects are then forwarded to the County for review and approval.
- Funding is available only after County approval.
- Project completion includes a closing interview.
Additional information
- Applicants must already be approved and participating in their local municipality's Community Improvement Plan (CIP).
- Approval is required at the municipal level before County review.
- Successful applicants must keep before-and-after photos and receipts.
- A closing interview is part of the program completion process.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Improvement Funding Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Improvement Funding. 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.
What is the Community Improvement Funding?
Community Improvement Funding offers top-up support for businesses participating in a local Community Improvement Plan. The program funds studies, property improvements, and major development projects in commercial, housing, agricultural, tourism, and sustainability sectors.
How much funding can be received?
Community Improvement Funding Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Improvement Funding program?
To be eligible for the Community Improvement Funding program, you must:
Approved CIP participant.
Project fits an eligible category.
Municipal approval required first.
What expenses are eligible under Community Improvement Funding?
Pre-development studies and planning.
Physical and aesthetic property improvements.
Significant development projects in eligible sectors.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Improvement Funding?
You can contact County of Wellington by email at ecdev@wellington.ca or by phone at 519.837.2600 x 2611.
Where is the Community Improvement Funding available?
The Community Improvement Funding program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Improvement Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Improvement Funding is a Grant and Funding