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Community Incentive Grant Program - Winnipeg - Manitoba - Canada
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Community Incentive Grant Program

Funding for public-use community improvements
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
  • Open Date : 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
Timeline
  • Open Date : February 3, 2026

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

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.

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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