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Last Update: May 13, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Supports community improvement projects across Elgin County. Funding is available for property upgrades, building redevelopment, brownfield cleanup, housing, industrial growth, agri-tourism, and energy-efficiency improvements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
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Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Facade, signage, and property improvements
- Building repair, conversion, and expansion
- Brownfield assessment, cleanup, and redevelopment
- Energy-efficiency and sustainability upgrades
- Industrial, housing, ADU, and agri-tourism projects
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project plans, drawings, or studies
- Photos of the existing property
- Two cost estimates from qualified contractors
- Disclosure of other funding sources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Assessed owners
- Tenants with owner consent
- Businesses and private landowners
Who is not eligible
- Properties used exclusively or predominantly for residential purposes, where not allowed by the program
- Tenants without owner consent
- Applicants seeking funding for the same work under another municipal community improvement plan
- Projects with work started before approval
Eligible expenses
- Materials and labour
- Professional fees
- Building and planning fees
- Tax-related assistance for eligible projects
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Routine maintenance or standard replacement
- Work started before written approval
- Costs incurred before the CIP adoption
- Projects with outstanding tax arrears
- Duplicate funding for the same work
Eligible geographic areas
- Elgin County
- Township of Southwold
- Main Street Corridors
- Settlement Areas
- Agricultural Area
- Employment Lands
- Tourism Corridor Overlay areas
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for completeness and eligibility.
- Complete files are evaluated by the Elgincentives Implementation Committee.
- Some tax-based incentives require Council approval.
- Applicants receive a written decision.
- Approved applicants sign a Financial Assistance Agreement before work begins.
Additional information
- One or more incentive programs may be combined, if allowed.
- Annual funding availability depends on budget allocations.
- A pre-consultation meeting is required before applying.
- Approved projects must be completed within the agreed timelines.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Elgincentives Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Elgincentives. 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 Elgincentives?
Supports community improvement projects across Elgin County. Funding is available for property upgrades, building redevelopment, brownfield cleanup, housing, industrial growth, agri-tourism, and energy-efficiency improvements.
How much funding can be received?
Elgincentives Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Elgincentives program?
To be eligible for the Elgincentives program, you must:
Located in a designated area
Improves existing conditions
Meets program-specific rules
What expenses are eligible under Elgincentives?
Facade, signage, and property improvements
Building repair, conversion, and expansion
Brownfield assessment, cleanup, and redevelopment
Energy-efficiency and sustainability upgrades
Industrial, housing, ADU, and agri-tourism projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Elgincentives?
You can contact Township of Southwold by email at cao@southwold.ca or by phone at 519-769-2010.
Where is the Elgincentives available?
The Elgincentives program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the Elgincentives?
Elgincentives is funded by Township of Southwold