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Fee Waiver Policy (Bylaw 2024-043)
Fee waivers for eligible community organizations
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This policy waives facility user fees for eligible not-for-profit community organizations in Hastings Highlands. It applies to municipal indoor facilities and baseball and soccer fields for community-based activities that benefit the public.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- General public
- Seniors
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Free use of municipal indoor facilities for eligible community activities
- Free use of municipal baseball fields and soccer fields for eligible community activities
Documents Needed
- Completed fee waiver application form
- Supporting application documentation
- Proof of insurance coverage or municipal insurance purchase, if approved
- Signed municipal rental agreement, if approved
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit community organizations
- Community health groups
- Community organizations
- Senior or youth organizations
- Service clubs and special/community event organizers
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations, individuals, groups, and businesses
- Private events and commercial activities
- Organizations based outside Hastings Highlands, unless the benefits mainly serve local residents
- Events or activities not open to the general public
- Applicants with unmet obligations from previous fee-waived events
Eligible expenses
- Waiver of municipal user fees and service charges for eligible facility use
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Private events such as weddings, family celebrations, birthday parties, engagement parties, retirement parties, and anniversary parties
- Commercial activities
- For-profit organizations, individuals, groups, and businesses
- Events not open to the general public
- Events where alcohol proceeds are for profit and not directly donated to the supported charity or cause
Eligible geographic areas
- Hastings Highlands, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Eligibility under the policy
- Availability of the requested facility
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out the detailed fee waiver application form.
- Provide the requested event, organization, and funding information.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the completed form and accompanying documentation to the Administrative/Community Services Coordinator.
- Applications may be mailed, dropped off, faxed, or emailed.
- Applications must be submitted at least 60 days before the event.
- Step 3: Await review and decision
- The municipality will review the request and provide a written decision.
- If approved, complete any required rental and insurance documents.
Processing and Agreement
- The application is reviewed by the Administrative/Community Services Coordinator.
- The request may be approved or denied based on eligibility and facility availability.
- The applicant is notified in writing of the decision.
- If approved, the applicant must sign the municipality’s standard rental agreement and provide required insurance documents or purchase municipal insurance.
- If the applicant disagrees with the decision, a written reconsideration request may be submitted to the CAO for a final decision.
Additional information
- The municipality may require a damage deposit.
- Rental confirmation is only issued after full payment and a signed facility rental agreement.
- Approved applicants must provide insurance coverage or purchase municipal insurance.
- Applicants may request reconsideration in writing to the CAO if they disagree with the decision.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Fee Waiver Policy (Bylaw 2024-043) Program
What is the Fee Waiver Policy (Bylaw 2024-043)?
This policy waives facility user fees for eligible not-for-profit community organizations in Hastings Highlands. It applies to municipal indoor facilities and baseball and soccer fields for community-based activities that benefit the public.
How much funding can be received?
Fee Waiver Policy (Bylaw 2024-043) Funds up to $1,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Fee Waiver Policy (Bylaw 2024-043) program?
To be eligible for the Fee Waiver Policy (Bylaw 2024-043) program, you must:
Not-for-profit organization or group
Community or public benefit
Demonstrated financial need
What expenses are eligible under Fee Waiver Policy (Bylaw 2024-043)?
Free use of municipal indoor facilities for eligible community activities
Free use of municipal baseball fields and soccer fields for eligible community activities
Who can I contact for more information about the Fee Waiver Policy (Bylaw 2024-043)?
You can contact Municipality of Hastings Highlands by email at info@hastingshighlands.ca or by phone at 613-338-2811.
Where is the Fee Waiver Policy (Bylaw 2024-043) available?
The Fee Waiver Policy (Bylaw 2024-043) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Fee Waiver Policy (Bylaw 2024-043) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Fee Waiver Policy (Bylaw 2024-043) is a Grant and Funding