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Dashwood Community Development Fund (DCDF) - Ontario - Canada
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Dashwood Community Development Fund (DCDF)

Funding for Dashwood community projects
Last Update: May 12, 2026
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Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada

Overview

The fund supports recreation, cultural, or social projects that primarily benefit the Village of Dashwood. It finances planning and implementation costs for selected community projects, subject to Council approval.
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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
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
  • Varies by project
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
  • Ontario
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Recreation projects.
  • Cultural projects.
  • Social projects.

Official resources

Program guide

2. A recreation, cultural or social project is not eligible for funding if it is a capital repair, a

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • South Huron residents in Dashwood.

Eligible expenses

  • Project planning costs.
  • Project implementation costs.
  • Consultant and resource costs assigned by Council for detailed planning, design, tendering, or contracting.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Capital repairs.
  • Maintenance costs.
  • Normal operating costs.

Eligible geographic areas

  • South Huron portion of the Village of Dashwood, Ontario

Selection criteria

  • Primary benefit to the Village of Dashwood.
  • Fits within recreation, cultural, or social priorities.
  • Not expected to receive priority in the normal municipal budget process.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Submit a proposal for use of the fund
    • Proposals are brought forward for consideration by the Committee.
  • Step 2: Committee review
    • The Committee reviews the proposal and develops recommendations for Council.
  • Step 3: Council consideration
    • Council reviews the recommended project selection and funding allocation.
    • If needed, Council may return a project for revision before making a final decision.

Processing and Agreement

  • Proposals are reviewed by the Committee and forwarded to Council with recommendations.
  • Council reviews whether the project meets the eligibility criteria and may reject submissions that do not conform.
  • If revised or returned, Council makes the final decision on the project.
  • Approved project selections, allocations, and plans are submitted to Council for final consideration.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Dashwood Community Development Fund (DCDF) Program

What is the Dashwood Community Development Fund (DCDF)?

The fund supports recreation, cultural, or social projects that primarily benefit the Village of Dashwood. It finances planning and implementation costs for selected community projects, subject to Council approval.

Who is eligible for the Dashwood Community Development Fund (DCDF) program?

To be eligible for the Dashwood Community Development Fund (DCDF) program, you must: Recreation, cultural, or social project Primarily benefits Dashwood Located in South Huron Dashwood

What expenses are eligible under Dashwood Community Development Fund (DCDF)?

Recreation projects. Cultural projects. Social projects.

Who can I contact for more information about the Dashwood Community Development Fund (DCDF)?

You can contact Municipality of South Huron by email at none or by phone at none.

Where is the Dashwood Community Development Fund (DCDF) available?

The Dashwood Community Development Fund (DCDF) program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Dashwood Community Development Fund (DCDF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Dashwood Community Development Fund (DCDF) is a undefined

Who are the financial supporters of the Dashwood Community Development Fund (DCDF)?

Dashwood Community Development Fund (DCDF) is funded by Municipality of South Huron