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Community Investment Program - Change Fund
Supports collaborative community initiatives in Peel
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Peel, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Change Fund supported collaborative projects that responded to community issues in Peel and aligned with Regional priorities. It focused on initiatives that address complex community and system-level issues, with funding streams for Connect and Convene.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Peel
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative community projects responding to immediate or longer-term community needs.
- Small-scale initiatives led by a grassroots group.
- One-year initiatives led by an incorporated not-for-profit organization.
- Community awareness, consultation, and engagement activities.
- Community needs assessments, mapping, and advisory committee development.
Documents Needed
- Articles of Incorporation
- Most recent financial statements
- Proof of insurance
- Project workplan template
- YTD financial statements
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations.
- Grassroots community groups based in Peel Region.
- Organizations serving Peel residents.
- Incorporated not-for-profit agencies working in human and community services.
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses.
- Organizations without not-for-profit incorporation.
- Organizations that are not primarily serving Peel residents or based in Peel.
- Organizations whose activities do not focus on human and community services.
Eligible expenses
- Administrative and operational costs.
- Community engagement costs.
- Evaluation and knowledge dissemination costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- COVID-19-related organizational expenses already supported through other Region of Peel funds.
- Project costs related to prior CIP Collaboration Fund or Change Fund initiatives.
- Staff positions.
Eligible geographic areas
- Peel Region, Ontario.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications that met eligibility were reviewed by a Fund Review Committee.
- Applications were assessed against demonstrated need, financial sustainability, alignment with priorities, organizational health, and program directives.
- Applicants were notified if their application was approved or declined.
- Funding was subject to a funding agreement and reporting requirements.
Additional information
- The fund is now closed.
- Applications were submitted through GovGrants.
- Recipients had to submit mid-term and final reports.
- Unspent funds had to be reconciled and may be recovered.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Investment Program - Change Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Investment Program - Change Fund. 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 Investment Program - Change Fund?
The Change Fund supported collaborative projects that responded to community issues in Peel and aligned with Regional priorities. It focused on initiatives that address complex community and system-level issues, with funding streams for Connect and Convene.
Who is eligible for the Community Investment Program - Change Fund program?
To be eligible for the Community Investment Program - Change Fund program, you must:
Peel-based or serving Peel residents.
Incorporated not-for-profit with charitable status.
Human and community services organization.
What expenses are eligible under Community Investment Program - Change Fund?
Collaborative community projects responding to immediate or longer-term community needs.
Small-scale initiatives led by a grassroots group.
One-year initiatives led by an incorporated not-for-profit organization.
Community awareness, consultation, and engagement activities.
Community needs assessments, mapping, and advisory committee development.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Investment Program - Change Fund?
You can contact Region of Peel by email at cip@peelregion.ca.
Where is the Community Investment Program - Change Fund available?
The Community Investment Program - Change Fund program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Investment Program - Change Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Investment Program - Change Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Investment Program - Change Fund?
Community Investment Program - Change Fund is funded by Region of Peel