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Fee Assistance In Recreation (FAIR)
Affordable recreation support for Cornwall residents
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 300
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
Overview
FAIR helps reduce the cost of municipal and community recreation programs for financially vulnerable residents of Cornwall. It supports eligible activities such as swimming lessons, recreation programs, sports programs, and certain aquatic or skating passes, with assistance up to $300 per person per year.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reach a new target audience
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Cornwall
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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
- Swimming lessons at the aquatic centre
- City-run recreation programs
- City-run sports programs
- Aquatic centre memberships and skating passes
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Proof of identity for each family member
- Income verification documents
- Proof of Cornwall residency
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residents of Cornwall
- Low-income families
- Children and adults eligible for recreation support
Who is not eligible
- Non-residents of Cornwall
- Applicants without acceptable proof of income
- Applicants who have already reached the annual funding maximum
Eligible expenses
- Program fees for eligible recreation activities
- Memberships and passes for eligible facilities
Eligible geographic areas
- Cornwall, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Household income at or below the low-income threshold
- Residence in Cornwall
- Age 18 or older for the applicant
- Within the annual funding maximum
How to apply
- Step 1: Gather required documents
- Prepare identity documents for each family member.
- Prepare income verification and proof of residency documents.
- Step 2: Complete the application form
- Fill out the FAIR application form.
- Attach all required supporting documents.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Submit the completed form and documents to the program administrator.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission with the required documents.
- Income and residency information are verified before approval.
- Funding is limited to the annual maximum per person.
Additional information
- Applicants must provide proof of income and residency.
- Applications are accepted with supporting documents attached to the form.
- The program may require updated tax and benefit documents each year.
- Jumpstart funding is available separately for individual children.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Fee Assistance In Recreation (FAIR) Program
What is the Fee Assistance In Recreation (FAIR)?
FAIR helps reduce the cost of municipal and community recreation programs for financially vulnerable residents of Cornwall. It supports eligible activities such as swimming lessons, recreation programs, sports programs, and certain aquatic or skating passes, with assistance up to $300 per person per year.
How much funding can be received?
Fee Assistance In Recreation (FAIR) Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $300 per project.
Who is eligible for the Fee Assistance In Recreation (FAIR) program?
To be eligible for the Fee Assistance In Recreation (FAIR) program, you must:
Residents of Cornwall
Low-income households
Applicants age 18+
What expenses are eligible under Fee Assistance In Recreation (FAIR)?
Swimming lessons at the aquatic centre
City-run recreation programs
City-run sports programs
Aquatic centre memberships and skating passes
Who can I contact for more information about the Fee Assistance In Recreation (FAIR)?
You can contact City of Cornwall or by phone at 613-938-9898 ext. 4035.
Where is the Fee Assistance In Recreation (FAIR) available?
The Fee Assistance In Recreation (FAIR) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Fee Assistance In Recreation (FAIR) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Fee Assistance In Recreation (FAIR) is a Grant and Funding