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Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports environmental remediation on eligible properties in Norfolk County. The maximum funding is $15,000 per property, and eligible work includes contamination reduction, removal of contaminants, and clean fill and grading.
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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 : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
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
- Environmental remediation of contaminated property
- Preparation of a Record of Site Condition
- Contaminant removal and site cleanup
- Placement of clean fill and grading
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Detailed project proposal
- At least two estimates
- Phase II Environmental Site Assessment
- Phase III ESA Remedial Work Plan
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Assignees with written permission from the property owner
Who is not eligible
- Applicants without written permission from the property owner, when applying as an assignee
- Properties with tax arrears, liens, orders, or other legal claims affecting title
- Projects that have already started before approval
Eligible expenses
- Environmental remediation work, including Record of Site Condition preparation
- Removal of contaminants
- Clean fill and grading
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Environmental Site Assessments
- In-kind contributions
- Work started before application approval
Eligible geographic areas
- Urban areas
- Hamlet areas
- Agricultural areas
- Lakeshore areas
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the General Manager of Development and Cultural Services or designate.
- Successful applications are approved under the policy provisions.
- Approval expires if work is not completed within six months.
- The grant is paid after required documentation is reviewed and approved.
- Payment may be declined if the final report does not match the work plan or is not satisfactory.
Additional information
- Environmental Site Assessments are not eligible for funding.
- The grant is for remediation costs on eligible properties in Norfolk County.
- Applications require a pre-application meeting or consultation with staff.
- Public disclosure of the project and grant details is required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Environmental Remediation Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Environmental Remediation Grant. 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 Environmental Remediation Grant?
This program supports environmental remediation on eligible properties in Norfolk County. The maximum funding is $15,000 per property, and eligible work includes contamination reduction, removal of contaminants, and clean fill and grading.
How much funding can be received?
Environmental Remediation Grant Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Environmental Remediation Grant program?
To be eligible for the Environmental Remediation Grant program, you must:
Property owner or authorized assignee.
Eligible property in Norfolk County.
Application filed before work starts.
What expenses are eligible under Environmental Remediation Grant?
Environmental remediation of contaminated property
Preparation of a Record of Site Condition
Contaminant removal and site cleanup
Placement of clean fill and grading
Who can I contact for more information about the Environmental Remediation Grant?
You can contact Norfolk County by email at clerks@norfolkcounty.ca or by phone at 519-426-5870.
Where is the Environmental Remediation Grant available?
The Environmental Remediation Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Environmental Remediation Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Environmental Remediation Grant is a Grant and Funding