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Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
Financial incentives for Uptown revitalization
Last Update: May 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 50,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Leamington, Montérégie, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan supports revitalization in the Uptown Commercial District. It offers financial incentives for façade improvements, renovations, new residential units, signage, sidewalk cafés, and business relocation or expansion.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
- 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
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Public administration
Location
- Leamington
- Montérégie
- 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
- Façade and exterior building improvements.
- Building renovations and residential unit creation.
- Business relocation, expansion, and start-up in the Uptown.
- Sidewalk café creation.
- Public art installations and streetscape revitalization.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Drawings or design plans for the proposed work
- Cost estimates or quotations from qualified contractors
- Proof of payment and final invoices for reimbursement
- Supporting permit or approval documents, where applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners in the Uptown area.
- Business owners and tenants in the Uptown area.
- Registered businesses located in the Uptown Commercial District.
- Owners of commercial, mixed-use, and residential properties eligible under the program.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants for properties outside the Uptown Community Improvement Project Area.
- Property owners with property tax arrears or other municipal financial obligations.
- Owners who have defaulted under past or current municipal programs.
- Applications for legal non-conforming use expansion or rehabilitation under the Municipal Fee Grant Program.
- Work started before municipal approval.
Eligible expenses
- Façade and exterior improvement costs, including design-related professional fees.
- Renovation costs for eligible building upgrades and residential unit creation.
- Development and planning fees eligible under the Municipal Fee Grant Program.
- Sidewalk café design, construction, and installation costs.
- Moving, setup, storage, and signage costs for business relocation or expansion.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work started before application approval.
- Partially completed projects.
- Retroactive funding for ineligible or already completed work, except where specifically considered by Council.
- Expenses outside the Uptown Community Improvement Project Area.
- Payments such as security deposits and external agency fees collected by the Municipality.
Eligible geographic areas
- Uptown Leamington Community Improvement Project Area.
- Leamington, Ontario.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through the Community Improvement Intake Committee.
- The Director of Community and Development Services makes the final decision.
- Applications are assessed for alignment with CIP goals, economic impact, and project viability.
- Approval and a signed agreement are required before work begins.
- Funding is paid after completion, inspection, and proof of payment.
Additional information
- The program was placed on hold in late 2023.
- No new applications are being accepted at this time.
- Projects must align with the Uptown Commercial District CIP.
- Funding depends on availability and approval.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP). 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 Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP)?
The Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan supports revitalization in the Uptown Commercial District. It offers financial incentives for façade improvements, renovations, new residential units, signage, sidewalk cafés, and business relocation or expansion.
How much funding can be received?
Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) program?
To be eligible for the Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) program, you must:
Located in the Uptown CIP area.
Meets CIP and design guidelines.
Registered owner or authorized agent.
What expenses are eligible under Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP)?
Façade and exterior building improvements.
Building renovations and residential unit creation.
Business relocation, expansion, and start-up in the Uptown.
Sidewalk café creation.
Public art installations and streetscape revitalization.
Who can I contact for more information about the Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP)?
You can contact Municipality of Leamington by email at Planning Services or by phone at 519-326-5761.
Where is the Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) available?
The Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) program is available Montérégie, Ontario.
Is the Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) is a Grant and Funding