Open
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 1, 2026
Location
Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program supports new housing development in the City of Timmins through financial incentives. It covers eligible projects such as small-scale housing builds, larger residential developments, and certain planning fee rebates.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Ensure financial sustainability
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : October 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Grande Prairie
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Construction of small-scale new housing units.
- Development of larger residential projects with five or more units.
- Residential planning and redevelopment projects that increase housing supply.
Documents Needed
- Completed Housing CIP Application form
- Building permit information
- Site plan control agreement, where applicable
- Proof of eligible costs
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Housing developers
- Property owners
- Applicants for residential development projects
Who is not eligible
- Projects outside residential development.
- Mixed-use projects for their non-residential component.
- Projects that do not proceed.
Eligible expenses
- Construction materials and direct construction costs for additional residential units.
- Professional labour costs included in a construction quotation.
- Planning application fees, including zoning amendments, minor variances, consents, site plan control agreements, deeming by-laws, and pre-consultation fees.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Legal fees related to registering an agreement or by-law.
- Fees for projects that do not proceed.
- Non-residential parts of mixed-use developments.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Timmins
Selection criteria
- Completed, eligible applications are approved on a first come, first served basis.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out the Housing CIP Application form.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the completed application to the City of Timmins Planning Division by email.
Processing and Agreement
- Completed applications are reviewed by the Community and Development Services Department.
- Eligible applications are approved on a first come, first served basis.
- Approved applicants must enter into an agreement with the City.
- Payment is issued only after eligible works are completed and final inspections are done.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed and approved by the Community and Development Services Department.
- Funding is limited and offered on a first come, first served basis.
- Applicants must enter into an agreement with the City of Timmins if approved.
- A building permit and final inspections are required before payment is issued.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Improvement Grant Program
What is the Community Improvement Grant?
This program supports new housing development in the City of Timmins through financial incentives. It covers eligible projects such as small-scale housing builds, larger residential developments, and certain planning fee rebates.
How much funding can be received?
Community Improvement Grant Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Improvement Grant program?
To be eligible for the Community Improvement Grant program, you must:
Project must be in Timmins
Creates new housing units
Meets program requirements
What expenses are eligible under Community Improvement Grant?
Construction of small-scale new housing units.
Development of larger residential projects with five or more units.
Residential planning and redevelopment projects that increase housing supply.
Where is the Community Improvement Grant available?
The Community Improvement Grant program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Community Improvement Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Improvement Grant is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Improvement Grant?
Community Improvement Grant is funded by City of Grande Prairie