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Grants and Incentives: Community Improvement Plan
Funding for downtown improvement projects
Last Update: May 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports community improvement projects with micro-grants and other incentives. It funds eligible façade, signage, accessibility, heritage, and property improvement works within Grey Highlands.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
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
- Downtown façade improvements
- Signage improvements
- Portable accessibility ramp installation
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting photos of the property
- Project drawings or mock-ups
- Work plan and cost estimate
- Owner consent, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Independently owned and operated businesses
- Property owners
- Tenants with owner consent
Who is not eligible
- Franchise businesses
- Businesses outside Grey Highlands
- Properties where the project has already started
Eligible expenses
- Portable accessibility ramps
- Façade improvements such as exterior painting, awnings, and flagpoles
- Signage design and installation, including blade signs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects already started before applying
- Funding categories other than the active micro-grants and accessibility ramp reimbursement
- Franchise-owned businesses
Eligible geographic areas
- Municipality of Grey Highlands
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and may be discussed further with the applicant.
- The Municipality may ask for revisions if an application is not approved.
- If approved, a grant agreement is executed before payment.
- Completed works may be inspected and payment is issued after completion.
- Projects may be audited and must comply with the approved application and agreement.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
- A grant agreement must be executed before payment.
- Approved projects may be inspected and audited.
- Program criteria may change over time.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Grants and Incentives: Community Improvement Plan Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Grants and Incentives: Community Improvement Plan. 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 Grants and Incentives: Community Improvement Plan?
This program supports community improvement projects with micro-grants and other incentives. It funds eligible façade, signage, accessibility, heritage, and property improvement works within Grey Highlands.
How much funding can be received?
Grants and Incentives: Community Improvement Plan Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500 per project.
Who is eligible for the Grants and Incentives: Community Improvement Plan program?
To be eligible for the Grants and Incentives: Community Improvement Plan program, you must:
Property in Grey Highlands
Independent business only
Project not started yet
What expenses are eligible under Grants and Incentives: Community Improvement Plan?
Downtown façade improvements
Signage improvements
Portable accessibility ramp installation
Who can I contact for more information about the Grants and Incentives: Community Improvement Plan?
You can contact Municipality of Grey Highlands by email at planning@greyhighlands.ca or by phone at 519-986-2811.
Where is the Grants and Incentives: Community Improvement Plan available?
The Grants and Incentives: Community Improvement Plan program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Grants and Incentives: Community Improvement Plan a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Grants and Incentives: Community Improvement Plan is a Grant and Funding