Open
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Winnipeg, Alberta, Canada
Overview
The City of Winnipeg Community Incentive Grant Program supports non-profit community organizations undertaking public-space improvements or capital asset purchases. Funding may cover eligible projects in Winnipeg, with the City contribution limited to 50% or less of total project costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Winnipeg
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Improving public spaces or facilities
- Purchasing capital assets for public use
Documents Needed
- Completed Community Incentive Grant application forms, Part A and Part B
- Project proposal with scope of work and project description
- Supporting organizational documents, including incorporation or governance information
- Site plans and preliminary project drawings, where applicable
- At least two contractor quotes or estimates for each project component
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit community organizations
- Organizations serving the general public
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses
- Organizations with shareholders
- Organizations using profits for personal financial gain
Eligible expenses
- Capital improvements to public spaces or facilities
- Purchase of capital assets retained for more than one year
- Eligible project expenditures reimbursed after approval
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Employee and operational expenses
- Feasibility studies
- Consulting, engineering, and legal fees
- Shipping and financing charges
- Fundraising, advertising, and promotion costs
- Ongoing maintenance, meals, and travel
- Costs incurred before project approval, unless approved as part of the award process
Eligible geographic areas
- Winnipeg, Manitoba
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and evaluated before being forwarded to the relevant Community Committee.
- The ward councillor approves the application for the proposed project location.
- A formal approval letter is emailed to the applicant.
- Approved applicants must sign a funding agreement with the City of Winnipeg.
- The grant administrator then confirms project-specific funding conditions and access requirements.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted year-round.
- Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
- Approved applicants must sign a funding agreement with the City of Winnipeg.
- The program operates on a reimbursement basis.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Incentive Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Incentive Grant 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 Incentive Grant Program?
The City of Winnipeg Community Incentive Grant Program supports non-profit community organizations undertaking public-space improvements or capital asset purchases. Funding may cover eligible projects in Winnipeg, with the City contribution limited to 50% or less of total project costs.
Who is eligible for the Community Incentive Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Community Incentive Grant Program program, you must:
Non-profit community organization
Public-use capital project
Project in Winnipeg
What expenses are eligible under Community Incentive Grant Program?
Improving public spaces or facilities
Purchasing capital assets for public use
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Incentive Grant Program?
You can contact City of Winnipeg by email at cigpadministration@winnipeg.ca.
Where is the Community Incentive Grant Program available?
The Community Incentive Grant Program program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Community Incentive Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Incentive Grant Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Incentive Grant Program?
Community Incentive Grant Program is funded by City of Winnipeg