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Community Improvement Plan 2024
Supports downtown business improvements
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 1,500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario
Overview
This program supports downtown beautification and business accessibility improvements in Grey Highlands. It offers funding for façade, signage, and portable accessibility ramp projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Façade improvement projects in downtown cores
- Signage improvement projects in downtown cores
- Portable accessibility ramp installation for businesses
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting work description
- Mock-ups, if applicable
- Proof of heritage designation, where required
- Supporting documentation requested by the Municipality
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial property owners
- Commercial tenants with owner consent
- Industrial property owners
- Businesses in Grey Highlands downtown cores
Who is not eligible
- Franchise businesses
- Greenfield properties
- Projects outside the designated project area
Eligible expenses
- Façade improvement costs
- Signage improvement costs
- Portable accessibility ramp purchase
- Professional services, within limits
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applications for other funding categories are not currently being accepted
- Maintenance and life-cycle replacements
- Work started before application submission
- Franchise businesses
Eligible geographic areas
- Municipality of Grey Highlands
- Designated Community Improvement Project Area
- Clearly defined downtown cores
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Plan Administrator first
- Council or the designated approval authority makes the decision
- A financial incentive agreement is required if approved
- Applicants may request reconsideration if refused
- Payment is made after completion and satisfactory review
Additional information
- No intake deadline; applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
- Pre-application consultation is not required for the current streamlined program.
- Funding is limited to micro-grants for downtown beautification.
- Applicants may combine this program with other CIP incentives, where applicable.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Improvement Plan 2024 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Improvement Plan 2024. 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 Plan 2024?
This program supports downtown beautification and business accessibility improvements in Grey Highlands. It offers funding for façade, signage, and portable accessibility ramp projects.
How much funding can be received?
Community Improvement Plan 2024 Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Improvement Plan 2024 program?
To be eligible for the Community Improvement Plan 2024 program, you must:
Project must be in the designated area
Application before work starts
Must meet municipal requirements
What expenses are eligible under Community Improvement Plan 2024?
Façade improvement projects in downtown cores
Signage improvement projects in downtown cores
Portable accessibility ramp installation for businesses
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Improvement Plan 2024?
You can contact Municipality of Grey Highlands by email at ecdev@greyhighlands.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Community Improvement Plan 2024 available?
The Community Improvement Plan 2024 program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Improvement Plan 2024 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Improvement Plan 2024 is a Other Support