Closed
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Markham, Montérégie, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program supports the relocation and restoration of threatened heritage buildings in Markham. It offers reduced lot prices and a forgivable mortgage to help owners move, restore, and landscape qualifying heritage dwellings.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Markham
- Montérégie
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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
- Relocation of threatened heritage buildings to Markham Heritage Estates
- Restoration of relocated heritage dwellings
- Approved landscaping and site improvements
- Approved additions or accessory buildings
Documents Needed
- Letter of Intent from the building owner
- Budget proposal and timeline
- Proof of financing capability
- Authorization to Release Information form
- Site plan and restoration drawings
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Owners or purchasers of qualifying heritage buildings
- Applicants seeking to relocate and restore a threatened heritage dwelling
- Applicants proposing approved additions or accessory buildings with the project
Who is not eligible
- Buildings that can be retained on site
- Buildings located outside Markham, except limited case-by-case exceptions
- Properties already benefiting from the City’s heritage property grant program under the stated exception rules
Eligible expenses
- Building relocation costs, including movers, permits, wire lifts, and police escort
- Restoration work, including exterior repairs and approved additions
- Landscaping, grading, and related professional fees
- Insurance, legal, and permit-related costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Short-term maintenance of a building
- Projects without approved site plan and restoration plans
- Buildings that can still be successfully retained on site
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Markham
- Limited case-by-case consideration for buildings from the former Township of Markham
Processing and Agreement
- The City reviews the building’s eligibility and heritage value.
- Heritage staff and committees make recommendations to Council.
- The City reviews financial capability before approving the lot sale.
- After approval, the applicant must sign the required purchase, site plan, and heritage agreements.
- Work is subject to inspections and release of security once approved work is completed.
Additional information
- Applicants must obtain a Letter of Intent from the building owner before proceeding.
- The City may require a credit check and proof of financing capacity.
- Lot allocation is at the City’s discretion.
- A Site Plan Agreement, Heritage Easement Agreement, and other approvals are required before relocation.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Markham Heritage Estates Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Markham Heritage Estates. 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 Markham Heritage Estates?
The program supports the relocation and restoration of threatened heritage buildings in Markham. It offers reduced lot prices and a forgivable mortgage to help owners move, restore, and landscape qualifying heritage dwellings.
How much funding can be received?
Markham Heritage Estates Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Markham Heritage Estates program?
To be eligible for the Markham Heritage Estates program, you must:
Threatened heritage building in Markham
Significant heritage merit
Financial capacity required
What expenses are eligible under Markham Heritage Estates?
Relocation of threatened heritage buildings to Markham Heritage Estates
Restoration of relocated heritage dwellings
Approved landscaping and site improvements
Approved additions or accessory buildings
Who can I contact for more information about the Markham Heritage Estates?
You can contact City of Markham by email at heritage@markham.ca or by phone at 905-477-7000.
Where is the Markham Heritage Estates available?
The Markham Heritage Estates program is available Montérégie, Ontario.
Is the Markham Heritage Estates a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Markham Heritage Estates is a Other Support