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Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides tax increment-based grants for brownfield redevelopment in Hamilton. It supports environmental remediation, site rehabilitation, and related redevelopment work.
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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
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Hamilton
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Brownfield remediation and redevelopment
- Site rehabilitation and reuse of contaminated land
- Enhanced brownfield redevelopment with sustainability, district energy, or affordable housing features
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Remedial Action Plan prepared by a Qualified Person
- Business plan for the planned development
- Site plan and architectural drawings
- Previous environmental studies and MPAC post-development assessment estimate, where required
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners of brownfield development sites in Hamilton
- Property owners of enhanced brownfield development sites in Hamilton
Eligible expenses
- Soil and groundwater remediation
- Environmental studies and consultant fees not already reimbursed under the Study Grant Program
- Abatement or removal of designated substances and hazardous materials in eligible cases
- Environmental sustainability certification or district energy readiness components
- Demolition and on-site infrastructure upgrades for eligible sites
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work carried out before a complete application is submitted
- Development costs that would be required regardless of contamination
- Environmental study costs already reimbursed under the ERASE Study Grant Program
- Demolition and infrastructure upgrades outside the stated site and development conditions
Eligible geographic areas
- Hamilton, Ontario
- Sites within the Historically Developed Area
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the City of Hamilton.
- The City may verify information and inspect the site.
- Approval is subject to an ERG Grant Agreement.
- Grant payments continue only under the signed agreement and program terms.
- The grant is awarded at the City’s sole discretion.
Additional information
- A pre-consultation meeting with the program contact is required before applying.
- The City may inspect the property before, during, and after the work.
- Applicants must sign an ERG Grant Agreement if approved.
- Work started before a complete application is submitted is ineligible.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the ERASE Redevelopment Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the ERASE Redevelopment Grant Program. 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 ERASE Redevelopment Grant Program?
This program provides tax increment-based grants for brownfield redevelopment in Hamilton. It supports environmental remediation, site rehabilitation, and related redevelopment work.
How much funding can be received?
ERASE Redevelopment Grant Program Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the ERASE Redevelopment Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the ERASE Redevelopment Grant Program program, you must:
Brownfield or enhanced brownfield development
Site in Hamilton’s Historically Developed Area
Application filed before eligible costs
What expenses are eligible under ERASE Redevelopment Grant Program?
Brownfield remediation and redevelopment
Site rehabilitation and reuse of contaminated land
Enhanced brownfield redevelopment with sustainability, district energy, or affordable housing features
Who can I contact for more information about the ERASE Redevelopment Grant Program?
You can contact City of Hamilton by email at johnpaul.loiacono@hamilton.ca or by phone at 905-546-2424 x5134.
Where is the ERASE Redevelopment Grant Program available?
The ERASE Redevelopment Grant Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the ERASE Redevelopment Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
ERASE Redevelopment Grant Program is a Grant and Funding