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Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Fee assistance is available to help residents access recreation and leisure programs. It supports memberships, swimming lessons, leadership, registered programs, and other eligible community recreation activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Subsidized access to recreation and leisure programs
- Membership support for leisure centres
- Assistance for swimming lessons and registered programs
- Support for youth recreation, camps, and elite sport participation
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Income information or proof of financial need
- Supporting details required by the chosen subsidy program
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residents of the Town of East Gwillimbury.
- Residents of Bradford West Gwillimbury.
- Youth under 19.
- Elite athletes participating in provincial or national sporting events.
- Low-income individuals and families.
Eligible expenses
- Recreation and leisure memberships
- Swimming lessons
- Leadership programs
- Registered programs
- Eligible camps and youth recreation activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Town of East Gwillimbury
- Bradford West Gwillimbury
- York Region
Processing and Agreement
- An application must be submitted and reviewed before assistance is granted.
- Some programs are confidential and handled through the municipality or partner organization process.
- For York Region subsidies, applicants must first follow York Region’s process and then follow up with the Recreation Coordinator.
Additional information
- Some programs are delivered in partnership with surrounding organizations.
- York Region subsidy programs must be followed through York Region’s process first.
- For Youth Support Fund applications, separate forms are available for youth and elite athletes.
- Support for some programs is limited and may be offered on a first come, first served basis.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Fee Assistance Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Fee Assistance 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 Fee Assistance Program?
Fee assistance is available to help residents access recreation and leisure programs. It supports memberships, swimming lessons, leadership, registered programs, and other eligible community recreation activities.
Who is eligible for the Fee Assistance Program program?
To be eligible for the Fee Assistance Program program, you must:
Resident or local participant.
Low income or financial need.
Completed application required.
What expenses are eligible under Fee Assistance Program?
Subsidized access to recreation and leisure programs
Membership support for leisure centres
Assistance for swimming lessons and registered programs
Support for youth recreation, camps, and elite sport participation
Who can I contact for more information about the Fee Assistance Program?
You can contact Town of East Gwillimbury (EG) by email at subsidy@eastgwillimbury.ca or by phone at 905-478-4283.
Where is the Fee Assistance Program available?
The Fee Assistance Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Fee Assistance Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Fee Assistance Program is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Fee Assistance Program?
Fee Assistance Program is funded by Town of East Gwillimbury (EG)