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Community Improvement Plan Application
Financial support for downtown property improvements
Last Update: May 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Centre Hastings, Espanola, Red Lake, Tillsonburg, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program provides financial assistance for community improvement projects in the Town of Espanola. It supports façade, signage, accessibility, parking and landscaping, design, permit fee rebate, and tax-related incentive programs.
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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 : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Centre Hastings, Espanola, Red Lake, Tillsonburg
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Downtown core and Highway 6 Corridor revitalization projects
- Residential project area tax assistance projects
- Property improvement projects under the Town’s incentive programs
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Plans, drawings, or renderings of the proposed improvements
- Supporting information or studies requested by the municipality
- Written owner authorization, if the applicant is not the owner
- Proof of costs submitted by the applicant
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners in the Town of Espanola CIP area
- Tenants or authorized agents with owner authorization
Who is not eligible
- Applicants without owner authorization, when required
- Properties outside the Town of Espanola CIP area
Eligible expenses
- Facade, signage, accessibility, parking, and landscaping improvements
- Architectural or engineering design costs
- Municipal application or permit fees
- Tax-related assistance for eligible projects
Eligible geographic areas
- Town of Espanola
- Downtown Core
- Highway 6 Corridor
- Residential Project Area
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after mandatory pre-consultation and submission of required information.
- The Town assesses eligibility and design guideline compliance before proceeding.
- Some programs may require a signed agreement with terms and conditions.
- Proof of costs must be provided before funds are released.
- A maintenance agreement with the Town is required.
Additional information
- Applicants must consult the Town’s CIP document before applying.
- A maintenance agreement with the Town is required for all applicants.
- Projects must be completed within one year of approval, unless an extension is granted.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Improvement Plan Application Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Improvement Plan Application. 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 Application?
The program provides financial assistance for community improvement projects in the Town of Espanola. It supports façade, signage, accessibility, parking and landscaping, design, permit fee rebate, and tax-related incentive programs.
How much funding can be received?
Community Improvement Plan Application Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Improvement Plan Application program?
To be eligible for the Community Improvement Plan Application program, you must:
Property in the CIP area
Pre-consultation required
Required plans and information
What expenses are eligible under Community Improvement Plan Application?
Downtown core and Highway 6 Corridor revitalization projects
Residential project area tax assistance projects
Property improvement projects under the Town’s incentive programs
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Improvement Plan Application?
You can contact Town of Espanola by email at cip@redlake.ca or by phone at 807-735-2096.
Where is the Community Improvement Plan Application available?
The Community Improvement Plan Application program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Improvement Plan Application a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Improvement Plan Application is a Grant and Funding