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Lead Service Replacement Rebate Program
Cost-share funding for rural Ontario development
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Orillia, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides cost-share funding for projects that support rural Ontario communities and small businesses. Eligible activities include economic development planning, business growth and retention, workforce initiatives, community infrastructure improvements, and business development projects.
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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 adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Orillia
- 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
- Economic development strategies and planning.
- Business attraction, retention and expansion initiatives.
- Workforce development and retention projects.
- Community infrastructure enhancement projects.
- Business development projects for small rural businesses.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form.
- Program guidelines or application package.
- Supporting documents listed in the program materials.
- Letter of support, if required.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities.
- Not-for-profit organizations.
- Indigenous communities or organizations.
- Local services boards.
- Small businesses with 1 to 20 employees.
Eligible expenses
- Private-side lead service replacement work, including excavation, piping, fittings, backfill, and final grading.
- New water meter package.
- Building permit.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Internal building plumbing lines or fixtures.
- Above-grade restoration work such as lawns, landscaping, driveways, and walkways.
- HST and other taxes or fees.
Eligible geographic areas
- Rural Ontario.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are assessed after the intake period closes.
- Eligible applications are reviewed against the criteria in the program guidelines.
- Applicants are notified of funding decisions, usually within 3 months of the intake deadline.
Additional information
- There is no application fee.
- The property owner may need to use an authorized agent.
- City staff may issue a confirmation letter for eligibility.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Lead Service Replacement Rebate Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Lead Service Replacement Rebate 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 Lead Service Replacement Rebate Program?
This program provides cost-share funding for projects that support rural Ontario communities and small businesses. Eligible activities include economic development planning, business growth and retention, workforce initiatives, community infrastructure improvements, and business development projects.
How much funding can be received?
Lead Service Replacement Rebate Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Lead Service Replacement Rebate Program program?
To be eligible for the Lead Service Replacement Rebate Program program, you must:
Eligible organization type.
Project in rural Ontario.
Small business must be brick-and-mortar.
What expenses are eligible under Lead Service Replacement Rebate Program?
Economic development strategies and planning.
Business attraction, retention and expansion initiatives.
Workforce development and retention projects.
Community infrastructure enhancement projects.
Business development projects for small rural businesses.
Who can I contact for more information about the Lead Service Replacement Rebate Program?
You can contact City of Orillia by email at enviroservices@orillia.ca or by phone at 705-326-1502.
Where is the Lead Service Replacement Rebate Program available?
The Lead Service Replacement Rebate Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Lead Service Replacement Rebate Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Lead Service Replacement Rebate Program is a Grant and Funding