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Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Application
Financial support for community improvement projects
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- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports community improvement projects in the Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands. It provides financial incentives for eligible works such as façade improvements, accessibility upgrades, secondary dwelling units, building conversion and expansion, and agri-ecotourism projects.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Increase social or community impact
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Authorized agents acting on behalf of property owners
- Applicants for eligible community improvement projects
Eligible expenses
- Costs for the proposed community improvement works
- Design and construction-related project costs supported by quotes
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before application approval
- Costs related to preparing the application
- Costs related to anticipating a funding program
Eligible geographic areas
- Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands, Ontario
Activities funded
- Façade improvements
- Accessibility improvements
- Secondary dwelling unit projects
- Building conversion and expansion
- Agri-ecotourism projects
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the Community Improvement Plan and program requirements
- Read the Township’s Community Improvement Plan.
- Confirm the program and eligibility requirements.
- Step 2: Prepare the application package
- Complete the application form and sign it.
- Gather the required supporting documents and project information.
- Obtain the required owner authorization if the applicant is not the owner.
- Step 3: Submit the application to the Township
- Submit the completed application and supporting materials to the Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands.
- Arrange a pre-consultation meeting if needed.
- Step 4: Wait for Township review and approval
- The Township reviews the application for completeness.
- If approved, enter into the required funding agreement before starting work.
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed financial incentive application form
- Two cost estimates or quotes from qualified sources
- Project drawings, renderings, or other design information
- Recent photos of the property or building
- Cover letter explaining alignment with the Community Improvement Plan
Selection criteria
- Complete applications are required for consideration.
- Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Availability of program funds affects selection.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Township staff for completeness.
- Completed applications are considered by the Planning and Building Committee.
- Funding depends on available funds and first-come, first-served processing.
- If approved, a funding agreement must be entered into before work begins.
Additional information
- Applicants are encouraged to review the Community Improvement Plan before applying.
- The Township may require a pre-application consultation meeting.
- Program availability may be limited.
- Applications are considered on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Application Program
What is the Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Application?
This program supports community improvement projects in the Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands. It provides financial incentives for eligible works such as façade improvements, accessibility upgrades, secondary dwelling units, building conversion and expansion, and agri-ecotourism projects.
Who is eligible for the Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Application program?
To be eligible for the Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Application program, you must:
Complete signed application
Required supporting documents
Approved before work starts
What expenses are eligible under Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Application?
Costs for the proposed community improvement works
Design and construction-related project costs supported by quotes
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Application?
You can contact Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands or by phone at 613.659.2415 ext. 203.
Where is the Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Application available?
The Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Application program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Application a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Application is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Application?
Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Application is funded by Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands