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Councillor Ward Funding Program
Funding for local recreation and cultural projects
Last Update: May 20, 2026
Funding available
$ 125,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides ward-level funding for recreation and cultural priorities in Chatham-Kent, with up to $25,000 annually per Ward Councillor and $125,000 for the Mayor. It supports capital projects, capital assets, and financial assistance for eligible community-focused initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 125,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- 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
- Capital projects for recreation and cultural purposes.
- Recreational or cultural projects prioritized by a Ward Councillor or the Mayor.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Signed funding agreement
- Additional information requested by staff, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals
- Community groups
- Not-for-profit projects
Who is not eligible
- Entities seeking support for operational costs
- Projects focused on profit-driving activities
Eligible expenses
- Capital assets such as land, buildings, or equipment with recreational or cultural value.
- Financial assistance for eligible individuals, community groups, or not-for-profit projects.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Operational costs of any entity
- Profit-driving activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Chatham-Kent
Processing and Agreement
- Requests are gathered monthly and reviewed by an internal committee.
- Mayor and Council review eligible requests and decide which to support.
- Applicants can expect a response within six to eight weeks.
- Applicants may be asked for more information if the project is complex.
- Signed funding agreements are required before funds are distributed.
Additional information
- Requests are reviewed monthly by an internal committee.
- Applicants may be contacted for additional information if needed.
- Signed funding agreements are required before funds are released.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Councillor Ward Funding Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Councillor Ward Funding 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 Councillor Ward Funding Program?
This program provides ward-level funding for recreation and cultural priorities in Chatham-Kent, with up to $25,000 annually per Ward Councillor and $125,000 for the Mayor. It supports capital projects, capital assets, and financial assistance for eligible community-focused initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Councillor Ward Funding Program Funds up to $125,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Councillor Ward Funding Program program?
To be eligible for the Councillor Ward Funding Program program, you must:
Recreation or cultural project
Addresses a community need
Within Chatham-Kent
What expenses are eligible under Councillor Ward Funding Program?
Capital projects for recreation and cultural purposes.
Recreational or cultural projects prioritized by a Ward Councillor or the Mayor.
Who can I contact for more information about the Councillor Ward Funding Program?
You can contact Municipality of Chatham-Kent by email at WardFunding@Chatham-Kent.ca or by phone at 519-360-1998.
Where is the Councillor Ward Funding Program available?
The Councillor Ward Funding Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Councillor Ward Funding Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Councillor Ward Funding Program is a Other Support