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Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant

Financial support for restoring designated heritage properties in Ottawa
City of Ottawa
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 35,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : November 28, 2025
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Overview

The Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching Grant provides up to $35,000 in funding to support the restoration of designated heritage buildings in Ottawa. Eligible activities include work that restores the building's original heritage character, such as restoring masonry, porches, and windows.
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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 : 35,000 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : November 28, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Construction
  • Real estate and rental and leasing
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • Ottawa
  • Ontario
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
  • Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • All industries
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • All dimensions

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Restoration of the original heritage character of designated heritage buildings.
  • Repointing and repair of exterior brick masonry.
  • Restoration of original building features, such as porches and windows.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Owners of small-scale designated heritage buildings located in Ottawa
  • Owners of large-scale designated heritage buildings located in Ottawa

Who is not eligible

  • Government and public agencies, including municipal (City of Ottawa), federal, provincial governments, and school boards.
  • Crown corporations.
  • Foreign embassies.
  • Owners of non-contributing (Category 4) buildings in Heritage Conservation Districts.

Eligible expenses

  • Restoration and repointing of exterior brick masonry
  • Restoration of original porches
  • Restoration of original windows

Eligible geographic areas

  • City of Ottawa

Additional information

  • Applications are accepted from October 6 to November 28, 2025 for the 2026 funding cycle.
  • Heritage projects must adhere to the Standards and Guidelines for the Conservation of Historic Places in Canada.
  • Restoration contractors' lists are available but not endorsed by the City.
  • Grants are processed after completion and inspection of the work, with payment issued within 60 days.

Contacts

avery.marshall@ottawa.ca
613-580-2424

Frequently Asked Questions about the Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant. 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 Property Grant Program - Matching grant?

The Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching Grant provides up to $35,000 in funding to support the restoration of designated heritage buildings in Ottawa. Eligible activities include work that restores the building's original heritage character, such as restoring masonry, porches, and windows.

How much funding can be received?

Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant Funds up to $35,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant program?

To be eligible for the Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant program, you must: Owners of commercial properties designated under Part IV or Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act Properties must be located within the City of Ottawa Government and public agencies, including municipal, provincial, and federal bodies, are not eligible

What expenses are eligible under Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant?

Restoration of the original heritage character of designated heritage buildings. Repointing and repair of exterior brick masonry. Restoration of original building features, such as porches and windows.

Who can I contact for more information about the Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant?

You can contact City of Ottawa by email at avery.marshall@ottawa.ca or by phone at 613-580-2424.

Where is the Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant available?

The Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant is a Grant and Funding

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