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Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants)
Funding for Bracebridge community and property improvements
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Town of Bracebridge offers financial support through grants and loans for community projects and private property improvements. Funding can support building, façade, signage, energy efficiency, housing, and other approved local initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Bracebridge
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community events and festivals in Bracebridge.
- Building, façade, signage, and property improvement projects.
- Energy efficiency retrofit projects.
- Housing rehabilitation and conversion projects.
- Substantial development, redevelopment, or rehabilitation projects that increase property value.
Documents Needed
- Completed online CIP application form.
- Quotes for the proposed work.
- Supporting documentation for the project scope.
- Proof of payment after project completion.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations and community groups.
- Property owners.
- Tenants with written consent from the property owner, where allowed.
- Commercial, industrial, institutional, residential, mixed-use, hotels, and motels, depending on the specific program.
Who is not eligible
- Tenants applying for a loan under the CIP financial assistance programs.
- Applicants seeking funding for work that has already started without approval.
- Projects that do not meet the program’s location-specific requirements.
Eligible expenses
- Building repairs and improvements, including structural, roofing, windows, doors, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and fire protection work.
- Façade, signage, and exterior aesthetic improvements.
- Energy efficiency retrofits and lighting upgrades.
- Landscaping, parking, walkways, patios, and outdoor café improvements.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Project work that starts before formal approval.
- Window graphics, decals, and other temporary or non-permanent signage treatments.
- Loans for tenants under the CIP financial assistance programs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Bracebridge, Ontario.
- Central Business District.
- District Shopping Area (“The Flats”).
- Business Areas.
- Industrial Areas.
- Mixed-Use Areas.
- CIP Area.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Town and may be subject to verification or technical review.
- The Town decides whether an application is approved, rejected, or conditionally approved.
- Approved applicants must complete the project in line with the submitted proposal and any program agreement.
- Funding is paid after completion, once proof of payment is provided.
Additional information
- Applicants are encouraged to book a pre-consultation with the Town’s Economic Development Officer before applying.
- Project work cannot begin until the application is formally approved.
- Applications are submitted through the Town of Bracebridge online CIP application form.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants). 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 Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants)?
The Town of Bracebridge offers financial support through grants and loans for community projects and private property improvements. Funding can support building, façade, signage, energy efficiency, housing, and other approved local initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants) program?
To be eligible for the Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants) program, you must:
Project must fit program goals.
Town approval is required before work starts.
Location-specific eligibility applies.
What expenses are eligible under Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants)?
Community events and festivals in Bracebridge.
Building, façade, signage, and property improvement projects.
Energy efficiency retrofit projects.
Housing rehabilitation and conversion projects.
Substantial development, redevelopment, or rehabilitation projects that increase property value.
Who can I contact for more information about the Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants)?
You can contact Town of Bracebridge by email at ecdev@bracebridge.ca or by phone at 705-645-5264.
Where is the Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants) available?
The Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants) is a Grant and Funding