Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program helps rural landowners obtain civic addresses and field entrance signs for emergency response. It supports faster first-responder access for farm properties in participating Ontario municipalities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Emergency and Relief
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Requesting a civic address for a rural property
- Installing clear field entrance signage for emergency response
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Required application information for the municipality
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Rural landowners
- Property owners and tenants of farm properties
- Applicants in participating Ontario municipalities
Eligible expenses
- Civic address and second address requests
- Field entrance sign installation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Using the assigned address as a mailing address
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
- Participating municipalities including Durham Region, Hamilton, Hastings, Kawartha Lakes, Lennox & Addington, Niagara, Northumberland, Ottawa, Oxford, Prince Edward, Quinte West, West Nipissing, and others listed by the program
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Township staff
- Applicants are contacted if more information is needed or when the review is complete
- Staff determine whether the property meets guidelines for a new or additional municipal address
- The address is added to the municipal street index and shared with emergency services
- The applicant is contacted to arrange sign installation
Additional information
- This is a voluntary safety initiative.
- The program is available through participating municipalities.
- Each municipality may have its own process and fee for civic addresses.
- The assigned address is for emergency response use only, not mailing.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project. 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 Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project?
This program helps rural landowners obtain civic addresses and field entrance signs for emergency response. It supports faster first-responder access for farm properties in participating Ontario municipalities.
Who is eligible for the Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project program?
To be eligible for the Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project program, you must:
Rural landowners
Participating municipality
Property meets municipal guidelines
What expenses are eligible under Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project?
Requesting a civic address for a rural property
Installing clear field entrance signage for emergency response
Who can I contact for more information about the Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project?
You can contact Township of Scugog by email at farm911emilyproject@gmail.com or by phone at 1-877- 277-3037.
Where is the Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project available?
The Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project?
Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project is funded by Township of Scugog