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Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program
Supports restoration and seismic upgrades of heritage building façades
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program offers grants of up to $50,000 to support the rehabilitation and seismic stabilization of façades on registered heritage buildings in Vancouver. Funding covers activities such as storefront conservation, restoration of building envelope materials, and preservation of historic architectural features.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Vancouver
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Other Racialized Persons
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Rehabilitation and restoration of heritage building façades.
- Seismic stabilization of major architectural components such as cornices and parapet walls.
- Ground floor storefront conservation to activate street-level uses.
- Conservation of heritage elements including building materials, windows, doors, signs, awnings, and architectural lighting on principal façades.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Privately owned commercial building owners
- Privately owned non-commercial building owners, including non-profits
- Tenants of eligible heritage buildings (with owner consent)
Who is not eligible
- Buildings not listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register.
- Properties constructed primarily of wood-frame or materials other than unreinforced masonry.
- Publicly owned buildings (only privately owned properties are eligible).
- Properties with owners in arrears on property tax payments.
- Applicants seeking retroactive funding for already completed work.
Eligible expenses
- Conservation and repair of ground floor storefronts.
- Seismic stabilization of major projecting architectural components (such as cornices, parapets, historic signs).
- Conservation of building envelope materials (including brick, stone, or wood).
- Restoration or repair of windows and doors on the principal façade.
- Conservation or repair of exterior architectural features, historic signs, and awnings.
- Architectural lighting on principal façades.
- Consultant fees and application preparation costs (only for successful applications).
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Vancouver, British Columbia
Additional information
- The program covers 50% of eligible costs, up to a maximum of $50,000 per principal façade.
- Tenants may apply with the written consent of the property owner.
- Buildings on corner sites may be eligible for grants for more than one principal façade.
- Applicants are responsible for all costs associated with preparing and submitting an application; these may be partially recoverable if the application is successful.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation 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 Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program?
The Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program offers grants of up to $50,000 to support the rehabilitation and seismic stabilization of façades on registered heritage buildings in Vancouver. Funding covers activities such as storefront conservation, restoration of building envelope materials, and preservation of historic architectural features.
How much funding can be received?
Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program program?
To be eligible for the Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program program, you must:
Privately owned commercial buildings
Listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register
Constructed primarily of unreinforced masonry
What expenses are eligible under Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program?
Rehabilitation and restoration of heritage building façades.
Seismic stabilization of major architectural components such as cornices and parapet walls.
Ground floor storefront conservation to activate street-level uses.
Conservation of heritage elements including building materials, windows, doors, signs, awnings, and architectural lighting on principal façades.
Who can I contact for more information about the Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program?
You can contact City of Vancouver by email at james.boldt@vancouver.ca or by phone at 604-873-9260.
Where is the Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program available?
The Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program is a Grant and Funding