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Community Improvement Plan Program
Municipal funding for property improvement projects
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports community improvement through municipal financial incentives for eligible property projects. It covers façade, accessibility, leasehold, landscaping, vacant building, and related improvement work, with maximum funding amounts varying by program.
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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 : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Public administration
Location
- 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
- Façade and structural improvements.
- Accessibility improvements.
- Leasehold improvements for start-up spaces.
- Property and landscaping improvements.
- Vacant building expansion or conversion.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form.
- Photos of the existing property or building.
- Itemized specifications and detailed plans or drawings.
- At least two cost estimates for eligible work.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners.
- Authorized tenants of land and buildings.
- Applicants within the Community Improvement Project Area.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants whose properties are outside the Community Improvement Project Area.
- Applicants who have not met the program’s minimum requirements.
- Projects for properties with tax arrears.
Eligible expenses
- Eligible improvement work covered by the specific incentive program.
- Professional design services.
- Building or property improvement costs supported by contractor estimates.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work started before written approval.
- Applications or projects that do not meet program requirements.
- Costs incurred by the applicant during the application process, unless otherwise specified.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Owen Sound.
- Downtown and Harbour Area for certain programs.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for completeness by City staff.
- Eligible applications are processed and considered by City Council or its delegate for approval.
- If approved, the applicant must sign a financial incentive agreement with the City.
- After approval and permits are in place, work may begin.
- Payment is issued after final inspection and submission of photos, invoices, and proof of payment.
Additional information
- No application fee is required.
- Applicants may need to enter into a financial incentive agreement with the municipality.
- Project work cannot begin before written approval.
- Applications may be subject to city council or delegated approval.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Improvement Plan Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Improvement Plan Program. 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 Program?
This program supports community improvement through municipal financial incentives for eligible property projects. It covers façade, accessibility, leasehold, landscaping, vacant building, and related improvement work, with maximum funding amounts varying by program.
How much funding can be received?
Community Improvement Plan Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Improvement Plan Program program?
To be eligible for the Community Improvement Plan Program program, you must:
Property owners or authorized tenants.
Project within the designated area.
Meets program requirements.
What expenses are eligible under Community Improvement Plan Program?
Façade and structural improvements.
Accessibility improvements.
Leasehold improvements for start-up spaces.
Property and landscaping improvements.
Vacant building expansion or conversion.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Improvement Plan Program?
You can contact Municipality of Trent Hills by email at bbloomfield@owensound.ca or by phone at 519-376-4440.
Where is the Community Improvement Plan Program available?
The Community Improvement Plan Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Improvement Plan Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Improvement Plan Program is a Grant and Funding