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Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project
Emergency address signs for rural access points
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Farm 911, also known as the Emily Project, assigns civic addresses and emergency signs to existing access points on agricultural and vacant rural lands. It helps first responders locate rural properties more quickly and supports emergency-focused access identification for these sites.
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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
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- Assigning civic addresses to existing access points on vacant agricultural land, rural land, fields, or vacant property
- Installing Farm 911 or Emily Project signs at those access points for emergency identification
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Sketch or site plan showing the existing access point location(s) and their context with the property line(s)
- Letter from the property owner naming the applicant as acting agent, when applicable
Official resources
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners of the subject property
Who is not eligible
- Residential building applications
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
- Haldimand County
- County of Prince Edward
- Municipality of Trent Hills
- City of Quinte West
- Township of North Dundas
Selection criteria
- Whether the property meets municipal guidelines for a new or additional address
- Whether the entrance meets code requirements, as determined by the municipality
How to apply
- Complete the application form in full
- Submit the application form to the relevant municipal department or office
- Include a sketch or site plan showing the existing access point location(s) and their context with the property line(s)
- Include the application fee, if required
Processing and Agreement
- All requests to assign an access point address shall be submitted on the appropriate application forms to the Development Services Department.
- The Municipality’s review process will not begin until receipt of a complete application package.
- Applications are reviewed by staff for completeness and compliance.
- Changes to the application by the applicant during the review process will increase the length of the review period.
- Applicants are notified by phone when the application has been approved, and the approved application and EPAP sign may then be picked up for installation.
Additional information
- The assigned address is for emergency reference only and shall not be used as a mailing address.
- The EPAP address does not replace an Entrance Permit for future upgrades, improvements, or designation changes.
- The property owner is responsible for installing and maintaining the address post and sign, may engage a contractor to complete the work, and on seasonally maintained roads access may be limited during portions of the year.
- If development occurs on vacant land in the future, a regular green 911 civic address sign is required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project Program
What is the Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project?
Farm 911, also known as the Emily Project, assigns civic addresses and emergency signs to existing access points on agricultural and vacant rural lands. It helps first responders locate rural properties more quickly and supports emergency-focused access identification for these sites.
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:
The application must be for an existing access point on vacant agricultural or rural land
The assigned address is for fields or vacant properties only
Residential building applications are not suitable
What expenses are eligible under Farm 9-1-1: The Emily Project?
Assigning civic addresses to existing access points on vacant agricultural land, rural land, fields, or vacant property
Installing Farm 911 or Emily Project signs at those access points for emergency identification
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 Grant and Funding
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