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Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Grants
Funding for office and village improvements
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports office development and village revitalization in Richmond Hill. It offers funding for new office construction, building renovations, façade, landscaping, signage, accessibility, and public art improvements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Richmond Hill
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- New office development and intensification
- Adaptive reuse of existing buildings for office use
- Façade, landscaping, and signage improvements
- Accessibility improvements to existing buildings
- Public art and village revitalization works
Documents Needed
- Completed grant application form
- Current property tax bill
- Project description
- Drawings or plans
- Contractor quotes and supporting documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Assessed property owners
- Tenants with owner consent
- Office developers and investors
- Commercial, retail, office, and mixed-use property owners
Who is not eligible
- Projects requiring an Official Plan amendment
- Applicants not in good standing with the City
- Properties outside the eligible project area
- Projects already started before approval
- Applications for general tenant fit-up only
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees for plans, studies, and design
- Construction and renovation costs
- Materials, labour, and equipment
- Code compliance, accessibility, and signage works
- Landscaping and exterior improvement costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects started before approval
- Retroactive costs
- Construction financing and long-term debt interest
- General tenant fit-up and routine systems upgrades
- Work that does not improve the existing condition
Eligible geographic areas
- Richmond Hill Community Improvement Project Area
- Centres and Corridors along Yonge Street
- Village Local Centre
- Oak Ridges Local Centre
- Newkirk Employment Area and Beaver Creek Employment Area
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by City staff for eligibility
- Eligible applications are brought to Council for approval
- A grant agreement must be signed before construction starts
- Work is inspected after completion before funds are released
- Funding may be adjusted, delayed, or cancelled if terms are not met
Additional information
- Applications are accepted year-round.
- Applicants should contact the Economic Development Officer before applying.
- A grant agreement must be signed before work begins.
- Some projects may also require other permits or approvals.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Grants. 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 (CIP) Grants?
This program supports office development and village revitalization in Richmond Hill. It offers funding for new office construction, building renovations, façade, landscaping, signage, accessibility, and public art improvements.
How much funding can be received?
Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Grants Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Grants program?
To be eligible for the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Grants program, you must:
Property in the CIPA
Applicant in good standing
Project meets plan rules
What expenses are eligible under Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Grants?
New office development and intensification
Adaptive reuse of existing buildings for office use
Façade, landscaping, and signage improvements
Accessibility improvements to existing buildings
Public art and village revitalization works
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Grants?
You can contact Township of South Glengarry by email at planning@richmondhill.ca or by phone at 905-771-8910.
Where is the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Grants available?
The Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Grants program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Grants is a Other Support