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Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives
Funding for downtown revitalization projects
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000 - $ 30,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports downtown and Le Village revitalization in Cornwall. It offers multiple funding tools for rehabilitation, façade work, planning fees, signage, feasibility studies, and parking or landscape improvements, with assistance up to $30,000 depending on the program.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,000 $
- 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
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Cornwall
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- Property rehabilitation and redevelopment
- Interior building restoration and improvement
- Project design and feasibility studies
- Façade improvements and heritage signage
- Parking and landscape enhancement
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Site plan or floor plans
- Written cost estimates from qualified contractors or consultants
- Business plan
- Supporting materials such as drawings, photos, or concept plans
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private sector landowners
- Property owners in the Community Improvement Policy Area
- Businesses in the downtown and Le Village areas
- Joint applicants, including co-owners or developers
Who is not eligible
- Non-property owners for façade and sign grants
- Properties outside the Community Improvement Policy Area
- Applicants in tax arrears
- Sites not in compliance with property standards
Eligible expenses
- Construction and renovation costs
- Materials, labour, equipment, and professional fees
- Design and feasibility study costs
- Planning, development, and permit fees
- Signage production and installation costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Hazardous material disposal costs
- Costs for contaminated soils or materials
- Land costs and site preparation costs for parking projects
- Above-grade or underground parking structures
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Cornwall, Ontario
- Community Improvement Policy Area
- Priority Areas: Pitt Street Business District and Le Village Business District
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are screened for minimum requirements.
- Accepted applications are evaluated by the Cornwall Planning Programs Evaluation Committee.
- The City may request clarification or additional information.
- Approval is followed by a funding agreement or terms of assistance.
- Final approval and payment depend on project completion and proof of costs for the relevant program.
Additional information
- Applicants may apply for more than one program in a single request.
- Pre-consultation with HOTC/City Planning is part of the screening process.
- Properties must be within the Community Improvement Policy Area.
- Priority is given to sites in the Priority Areas.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives. 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 Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives?
This program supports downtown and Le Village revitalization in Cornwall. It offers multiple funding tools for rehabilitation, façade work, planning fees, signage, feasibility studies, and parking or landscape improvements, with assistance up to $30,000 depending on the program.
How much funding can be received?
Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives program?
To be eligible for the Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives program, you must:
Property in the HOTC area
Project supports redevelopment
Pre-consultation required
What expenses are eligible under Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives?
Property rehabilitation and redevelopment
Interior building restoration and improvement
Project design and feasibility studies
Façade improvements and heritage signage
Parking and landscape enhancement
Who can I contact for more information about the Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives?
You can contact City of Cornwall by email at dmclean@cornwall.ca or by phone at (613) 930-2787, ext. 2105.
Where is the Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives available?
The Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives is a Grant and Funding