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Lambton Shores Community Improvement Plan
Supports property improvements in Lambton Shores
Last Update: May 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports revitalization and property improvements in Lambton Shores commercial cores. It offers up to 100% of certain project costs through multiple incentive programs, including façade upgrades, accessibility, energy efficiency, housing, and redevelopment support.
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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 : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Façade repair and exterior building improvements.
- Building restoration, renovation, and improvement.
- Accessibility upgrades and energy-efficiency retrofits.
- Property beautification, patio construction, and housing conversion or creation above commercial space.
- Redevelopment and environmental site assessments for eligible properties.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Two quotes for the proposed work
- Project drawings or plans
- Photos of the existing property
- Additional supporting information, if requested
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Tenants with owner consent
- Authorized agents of property owners
- Commercial, office, institutional, mixed-use, and other eligible property types under the plan
Who is not eligible
- Single detached dwellings and residential-only buildings for façade grants.
- Residential buildings for building restoration grants.
- Residential or industrial uses for patio grants.
- Residential-only redevelopment for the development charge grant.
Eligible expenses
- Project costs for eligible building, property, and site improvements.
- Costs related to development charge relief or tax increment-equivalent assistance, where applicable.
- Environmental study costs for eligible site assessments.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work started before application approval.
- Routine maintenance and life-cycle replacement.
- Residential-only properties, where specifically excluded by a program.
- Items specifically excluded by individual programs, such as interior renovations for façade work or new residential buildings.
Eligible geographic areas
- Lambton Shores
- Arkona
- Forest
- Grand Bend
- Ipperwash
- Port Franks
- Thedford
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed by municipal staff for completeness.
- Staff prepares a recommendation for Lambton Shores Council, which approves or refuses the application.
- If approved, a financial incentive agreement is signed before work begins.
- After completion, staff may inspect the project and confirm compliance before payment is issued.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Council may review the plan at least every five years.
- Funding is provided through the Municipality of Lambton Shores annual budget.
- Applicants are encouraged to contact municipal staff early to confirm eligibility.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Lambton Shores Community Improvement Plan Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Lambton Shores 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 Lambton Shores Community Improvement Plan?
This program supports revitalization and property improvements in Lambton Shores commercial cores. It offers up to 100% of certain project costs through multiple incentive programs, including façade upgrades, accessibility, energy efficiency, housing, and redevelopment support.
How much funding can be received?
Lambton Shores Community Improvement Plan Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Lambton Shores Community Improvement Plan program?
To be eligible for the Lambton Shores Community Improvement Plan program, you must:
Project must be in the CIP area.
Application must be approved first.
Applicant must be owner, tenant, or agent.
What expenses are eligible under Lambton Shores Community Improvement Plan?
Façade repair and exterior building improvements.
Building restoration, renovation, and improvement.
Accessibility upgrades and energy-efficiency retrofits.
Property beautification, patio construction, and housing conversion or creation above commercial space.
Redevelopment and environmental site assessments for eligible properties.
Who can I contact for more information about the Lambton Shores Community Improvement Plan?
You can contact Municipality of Lambton Shores by email at ncore@lambtonshores.ca or by phone at (519) 243-1400 ext. 8612.
Where is the Lambton Shores Community Improvement Plan available?
The Lambton Shores Community Improvement Plan program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Lambton Shores Community Improvement Plan a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Lambton Shores Community Improvement Plan is a Grant and Funding