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Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan
Funding for energy-saving building retrofits
Last Update: May 7, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports energy efficiency retrofit projects for buildings in Bracebridge. It offers up to 50% of approved project costs, to a maximum of $10,000, for upgrades that improve building energy performance.
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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 adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
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
- Building energy efficiency retrofits
- Building envelope improvements
- Installation of energy-efficient lighting systems
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Quotes submitted with the application
- Documentation showing replacement with higher-efficiency equipment or material specifications
- Proof of payment after project completion
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial properties
- Industrial properties
- Mixed-use properties
Who is not eligible
- Projects outside the eligible property types or eligible areas
- Tenants seeking a loan
Eligible expenses
- Costs for approved energy efficiency retrofit work
- Building envelope improvements such as insulation, weatherization, and window or door replacement
- Installation of energy-efficient lighting systems
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Retrofit work that does not produce substantial energy savings
- Projects started before formal approval
Eligible geographic areas
- Central Business District
- District Shopping Area (“The Flats”)
- Business Areas
- Industrial Areas
- Bracebridge, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Expected energy savings from the retrofit
- Verification of the proposed equipment or material efficiency
- Consistency with the Town’s community improvement goals
How to apply
- Step 1: Pre-consultation
- Contact the Economic Development Officer before applying.
- Discuss the proposed retrofit and application requirements.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Complete the online CIP application.
- Attach required documentation and supporting quotes.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Submit the application through the Town’s online CIP application form.
- Step 4: Review and approval
- The Town reviews and verifies the application.
- Wait for formal approval before starting any work.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and verified by the Chief Building Official or designate.
- The Town may reject retrofit activities that do not meet the program’s energy-saving expectations.
- Approved projects must be completed before funding is issued.
- Applicants must provide proof of payment after completion.
Additional information
- Pre-consultation with the Economic Development Officer is recommended before applying.
- Project work cannot begin before formal approval.
- Applications may be conditionally approved if municipal arrears are cleared before disbursement.
- Funding approval may lapse if completion is not reported within 12 months of the Notice of Decision.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan Program
What is the Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan?
This program supports energy efficiency retrofit projects for buildings in Bracebridge. It offers up to 50% of approved project costs, to a maximum of $10,000, for upgrades that improve building energy performance.
How much funding can be received?
Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan program?
To be eligible for the Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan program, you must:
Energy efficiency retrofit project
Documentation of higher-efficiency materials
Town approval before work begins
What expenses are eligible under Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan?
Building energy efficiency retrofits
Building envelope improvements
Installation of energy-efficient lighting systems
Who can I contact for more information about the Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan?
You can contact Town of Bracebridge by email at ecdev@bracebridge.ca or by phone at 705-645-5264.
Where is the Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan available?
The Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan is a Grant and Funding