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Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant

Funding for accessible spaces in Ontario

Offered by
Ontario Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility (OMSA)
Official source: ontario.ca

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Funding available
$ 60,000
Up to 100% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Municipalities
See full eligibility

Overview

This program provides up to $60,000 per successful applicant to support accessibility improvements in Ontario. It funds small capital projects, including retrofits, for outdoor spaces, built environments, and housing.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$60,000
Maximum share of project costs
100%
Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Renovate or adapt facilities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Ontario
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Persons with Disabilities
  • Rural or Northern Residents
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Economic, Social and Community Development, Housing, Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
General public, Seniors, Indigenous peoples, People with disabilities, Nonprofits / charities, Community leaders
Scope
Local, Municipal, Regional, Provincial, National

Receipt of requests is now closed

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Latest changes

EASE Grant applications closed

The EASE Grant page now says applications are closed, and the deadline and TPON application instructions have been removed.

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The EASE Grant page now states that applications are closed. The previous application deadline and TPON submission instructions are no longer shown. The overview, funding amount, recipient information, and contact details remain in place, so the main change is to the application window and how applicants are directed.

Official source: ontario.ca
May 11, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Municipalities
  • Indigenous governing bodies
  • Not-for-profit organizations

Who is not eligible

  • Individuals
  • For-profit organizations
  • Federal or provincial agencies, boards, and commissions
  • Private foundations and unincorporated entities
  • Schools, postsecondary institutions, hospitals, and long-term care homes

Eligible expenses

  • Staff salaries directly related to the project
  • Professional and contracted services, including architects, engineers, contractors, and accessibility consultants
  • Building permits
  • Accessibility features, retrofits, and minor renovations to existing spaces
  • Construction materials, fixtures, and equipment

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Ongoing operating costs and regular planning activities
  • Refundable taxes, including HST
  • Contingency costs and bank fees
  • Land purchases, vehicles, and vehicle modifications
  • New building construction and private residential upgrades
  • Marketing, lobbying, fundraising, legal, audit, and interest fees
  • Costs already funded or reimbursed by another party

Activities funded

  • Small capital projects that improve accessibility in Ontario communities
  • Retrofits and minor renovations to existing spaces
  • Improvements to outdoor spaces, the built environment, and housing

How to apply

  • Step 1: Prepare your application
    • Review the program guidelines carefully.
    • Gather the required supporting documents.
    • Complete the detailed workplan and budget.
  • Step 2: Register in Transfer Payment Ontario
    • Create or update your organization’s profile in TPON.
    • Allow time for registration and account activation.
  • Step 3: Complete and validate the form
    • Fill out the online application in TPON.
    • Save a draft if needed and ensure all mandatory fields are complete.
    • Validate the form and electronically sign it.
  • Step 4: Submit through TPON
    • Upload the validated application in TPON before the deadline.
    • Ensure all mandatory documents are attached.
  • Step 5: Confirm submission
    • Watch for the confirmation email after submission.
    • Contact TPON Client Care if no confirmation is received within 48 hours.

Documents Needed

  • Completed application form
  • Mandatory supporting documents required by applicant type
  • Prior-year financial statements, for incorporated not-for-profits
  • Proof of incorporation, for incorporated not-for-profits
  • Letter of support, where applicable

Selection criteria

  • Project quality and relevance, including a clear workplan and implementation approach
  • Anticipated impact on priority populations and the wider community
  • Budget clarity, eligible costs, and value for money
  • Organizational capacity and relevant experience
  • Extra points may be awarded for projects that go beyond AODA or the Ontario Building Code, include full vendor quotes, or attach a relevant plan

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed after the closing date.
  • Incomplete or ineligible applications are not assessed.
  • Projects are evaluated against program criteria and scoring requirements.
  • Applicants are notified by email of the funding status.
  • Approved applicants receive a letter of approval and are bound by the agreement terms.

Additional information

  • One application per applicant is accepted.
  • Applicants may request support for projects at multiple locations, within the funding cap.
  • The ministry may request additional information on project success and long-term impact.
  • Some recipients may be asked to provide invoices or receipts during final reporting.

Contacts

transferpaymentontarioCC@ontario.ca
416-325-6691

Official sources

ontario.ca
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant Program

What is the Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant?

This program provides up to $60,000 per successful applicant to support accessibility improvements in Ontario. It funds small capital projects, including retrofits, for outdoor spaces, built environments, and housing.

How much funding can be received?

Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $60,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant program?

To be eligible for the Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant program, you must: Ontario-based project Supports accessibility and inclusion Backed by a relevant plan

What expenses are eligible under Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant?

Staff salaries directly related to the project Professional and contracted services, including architects, engineers, contractors, and accessibility consultants Building permits Accessibility features, retrofits, and minor renovations to existing spaces Construction materials, fixtures, and equipment

Who can I contact for more information about the Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant?

You can contact Ontario Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility (OMSA) by email at transferpaymentontarioCC@ontario.ca or by phone at 416-325-6691.

Where is the Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant available?

The Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant is a Grant and Funding