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Community Improvement Program (CIP) + Camera Reimbursement Pilot
Funding for Gravenhurst property improvements
Latest source updateLast Update: July 8, 2026Latest change: The CIP pages and application form now show updated application guidance, with the 2026 dates removed from the program page and the form now displaying funding at 50% of project cost up to $15,000 per property.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 8, 2026
Latest change: The CIP pages and application form now show updated application guidance, with the 2026 dates removed from the program page and the form now displaying funding at 50% of project cost up to $15,000 per property.
CIP application update
The Gravenhurst Community Improvement Program page now replaces the explicit 2026 application window with “Apply Now! See FAQs for Details,” and the supporting application instructions have been revised to refer applicants to the FAQs and to describe “before” photos and a clearer project narrative. The 2026 application form now shows the grant note that funding is 50% of project cost up to $15,000 per property, and it also adds applicant and registered owner contact fields plus updated supporting-document instructions, while the page’s contact block with phone/address was removed.
Funding available
$ 30,000
Deadline
December 15, 2024
Opened September 3, 2024
Location
Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program provides up to $15,000 per property to support property and business improvements in Gravenhurst. It funds façade upgrades, technology projects, landscaping, patios, planning work, structural improvements, heritage restoration, and selected tax or development charge incentives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Gravenhurst
- 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
- Building façade improvements
- Commercial safety and technology upgrades
- Landscaping and property improvements
- Outdoor patio projects
- Residential conversion and rehabilitation, signage improvements, structural improvements, and heritage restoration
Documents Needed
- Project description
- Building permit application, if applicable
- Architectural or engineered drawings, renderings, or other materials showing the proposed work, if applicable
- Photos of items to be addressed through the grant application
- At least two estimates prepared by qualified contractors for each component of the proposed improvements, plus other information determined through initial consultation with Town staff
Official resources
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Tenants with written authorization from the building owner
Who is not eligible
- Applicants for properties outside the Community Improvement Project Area
- Projects already started before application submission
- Tenants without written owner authorization
Eligible expenses
- Materials, equipment, and contracted labour to complete improvements
- Plans, drawings, and design fees for the Planning/Design Study and Drawing Grant, including design fees from an architect or engineer
- Eligible Building Permit Fees under the Planning Application/Building Permit Fee Grant
- Eligible Planning Application Fees under the Planning Application/Building Permit Fee Grant
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Professional fees such as architect’s, engineer’s, and solicitor’s fees, except for the Planning and Design Study and Drawing Grants, where design fees from an architect or engineer are eligible
Eligible geographic areas
- Gravenhurst Community Improvement Project Area
- Gravenhurst urban area
- Portions of Muskoka Road South
- Portions of Bay Street
Selection criteria
- Project aligns with the Community Improvement Plan and design guidelines.
- Project improves the appearance, accessibility, or viability of the property.
- Project supports the Town’s community improvement objectives.
- Project is evaluated by the Review Committee and Town Council.
How to apply
- Pre-consult with Town Economic Development staff before submission.
- Review the adopted Community Improvement Plan for incentive program and eligibility details.
- Complete the online application or print and fill out the application form.
- Submit the completed application electronically or as original or digital copies to the Town of Gravenhurst.
Processing and Agreement
- Any modifications to approved proposals or plans may require approval of the Committee.
Additional information
- Applicants are encouraged to pre-consult with Town Economic Development Staff prior to submission.
- The application is a public record and some information may be released.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Improvement Program (CIP) + Camera Reimbursement Pilot Program
What is the Community Improvement Program (CIP) + Camera Reimbursement Pilot?
The program provides up to $15,000 per property to support property and business improvements in Gravenhurst. It funds façade upgrades, technology projects, landscaping, patios, planning work, structural improvements, heritage restoration, and selected tax or development charge incentives.
How much funding can be received?
Community Improvement Program (CIP) + Camera Reimbursement Pilot Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was December 15, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Community Improvement Program (CIP) + Camera Reimbursement Pilot program?
To be eligible for the Community Improvement Program (CIP) + Camera Reimbursement Pilot program, you must:
Property must be located in the Community Improvement Project Area
Application must be submitted before work starts
Tenant applicants must have written authorization from the building owner
What expenses are eligible under Community Improvement Program (CIP) + Camera Reimbursement Pilot?
Building façade improvements
Commercial safety and technology upgrades
Landscaping and property improvements
Outdoor patio projects
Residential conversion and rehabilitation, signage improvements, structural improvements, and heritage restoration
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Improvement Program (CIP) + Camera Reimbursement Pilot?
You can contact Town of Gravenhurst by email at ellen.selby@gravenhurst.ca or by phone at 705-687-3412.
Where is the Community Improvement Program (CIP) + Camera Reimbursement Pilot available?
The Community Improvement Program (CIP) + Camera Reimbursement Pilot program is available the province of Ontario.