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Community Incentive Grant Program
Funding for public-use community improvements
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened February 3, 2026
Location
Winnipeg, Manitoba, 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
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Winnipeg
- Manitoba
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
Official resources
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
Selection criteria
- Fit with the program’s purpose and public-use objectives
- Project readiness within the required timeline
- Location within Winnipeg
- Availability of funding within the program’s limited annual budget
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out Part A and Part B of the Community Incentive Grant application.
- Prepare the project proposal and supporting documentation.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the completed application and required documents to the Community Incentive Grant Program in Winnipeg.
- Submit by mail or email to cigpadministration@winnipeg.ca.
- Step 3: Review and approval
- The application is reviewed and evaluated.
- It is then forwarded to the relevant Community Committee for recommendation and approval.
- Step 4: After approval
- Receive written approval from the City of Winnipeg.
- Sign the funding agreement before reimbursement can begin.
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
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 Manitoba.
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