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Minto Flood Risk Reduction Grant
Flood mitigation support for affected properties
Funding available
$ 3,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Minto Flood Risk Reduction Grant supports flood risk reduction measures for affected residential and commercial properties. Eligible work includes measures that reduce sewer back-up risks and stormwater or groundwater contributions to the municipal sanitary sewer network.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
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
- Implementation of flood risk reduction measures on residential properties.
- Implementation of flood risk reduction measures on commercial properties.
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Supporting documents requested by the Town
- Project photos or drawings
- Two independent contractor estimates
- Authorization of Registered Owner(s) form, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residential property owners.
- Commercial property owners.
Eligible expenses
- Flood risk reduction measures for residential or commercial properties
- Works that help reduce sewer back-up risk
- Measures that reduce storm runoff and groundwater contributions to the sanitary sewer network
Eligible geographic areas
- Town of Minto
- Flooding-affected areas identified in the Harriston Flood Mitigation Plan
Selection criteria
- Project feasibility.
- Alignment with the Town of Minto Community Improvement Plan goals and objectives.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program requirements
- Confirm that the property and proposed work fit the Community Improvement Plan program.
- Check the eligibility criteria and submission requirements in the CIP.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Fill out the grant application form.
- Provide the project description and required project details.
- Attach photos, drawings, estimates, and any other supporting documents requested.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the complete application and supporting documents to belinda@town.minto.on.ca.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Town and submitted to Council for approval.
- Approval is discretionary and may be refused if project feasibility is limited.
- A formal agreement must be signed before any funding is disbursed.
- The Town may inspect and monitor the project during review and after approval.
- If approved, grant funds are paid after the project is completed as approved.
Additional information
- Multiple grant programs may be combined in one application, subject to program criteria and restrictions.
- The Town may refuse an application if the project feasibility is limited.
- The Town may conduct credit rating checks.
- Application support documents and project materials may become part of the public record.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Minto Flood Risk Reduction Grant Program
What is the Minto Flood Risk Reduction Grant?
Minto Flood Risk Reduction Grant supports flood risk reduction measures for affected residential and commercial properties. Eligible work includes measures that reduce sewer back-up risks and stormwater or groundwater contributions to the municipal sanitary sewer network.
How much funding can be received?
Minto Flood Risk Reduction Grant Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $3,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Minto Flood Risk Reduction Grant program?
To be eligible for the Minto Flood Risk Reduction Grant program, you must:
Property in a flooding-affected area
Flood risk reduction measures
Complete application required
What expenses are eligible under Minto Flood Risk Reduction Grant?
Implementation of flood risk reduction measures on residential properties.
Implementation of flood risk reduction measures on commercial properties.
Who can I contact for more information about the Minto Flood Risk Reduction Grant?
You can contact Town of Minto by email at belinda@town.minto.on.ca or by phone at 5193382511.
Where is the Minto Flood Risk Reduction Grant available?
The Minto Flood Risk Reduction Grant program is available across Canada.
Is the Minto Flood Risk Reduction Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Minto Flood Risk Reduction Grant is a Grant and Funding