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Municipal Assistance Program
Municipal support for community events
Latest source updateLast Update: August 12, 2026Latest change: Changed: timeline and deadlines, application process.View change
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Last Update: August 12, 2026
Latest change: Changed: timeline and deadlines, application process.
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Funding available
$ 25,000
Deadline
September 1, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Provides municipal support for local community events. Assistance may include roads, facilities, materials, and funds for eligible requests.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- 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
- Shared service projects between municipalities or counties.
- Community planning projects.
- Multi-municipal planning initiatives.
- Boundary change studies and related outreach.
- Transit Revitalization Investment District planning studies.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Detailed event information
- Resolution from the governing body
- Match commitment confirmation
- County planning comment letter, for planning applications
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Counties.
- Municipalities.
- Councils of Governments.
- Other public or quasi-public organizations authorized to act for municipalities.
Eligible expenses
- Shared service start-up or expansion costs.
- Shared vehicles and motorized equipment for approved initiatives.
- Planning studies, plans, and ordinances.
- Consulting services tied to the approved project.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Construction, renovation, or purchase of buildings and infrastructure.
- General administration costs of the program.
- Lobbying services.
- Fines or reparations from lawsuits, citations, or regulatory actions.
- Replacement of existing vehicles or equipment.
Eligible geographic areas
- Pennsylvania.
Selection criteria
- Need for the project and regional relevance.
- Overall quality and readiness of the project.
- Local commitment and partnerships.
- Funding adequacy and implementation timetable.
- Past performance of the applicant, if applicable.
How to apply
- Complete and submit the application online using DCED’s Single Application; paper applications are not accepted.
- Complete the Project Narrative in the Single Application.
- Complete the Program Budget in the Single Application.
- Submit resolution(s) from the applicant’s governing body or board indicating authorization and commitment of match.
- For community planning projects only, provide a letter of comment from the respective county planning agency.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are submitted online through DCED’s Single Application.
- DCED reviews applications and may request additional documentation.
- Funding decisions depend on fund availability.
- Applicants not selected for funding are notified in writing.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by Council.
- Deadlines and approvals may change.
- Applicants should submit one form per event.
- Requests should include as much detail as possible.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Municipal Assistance Program Program
What is the Municipal Assistance Program?
Provides municipal support for local community events. Assistance may include roads, facilities, materials, and funds for eligible requests.
How much funding can be received?
Municipal Assistance Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Municipal Assistance Program program?
To be eligible for the Municipal Assistance Program program, you must:
Municipal or county applicant.
Shared service requires multiple municipalities.
Planning projects may be multi-municipal.
What expenses are eligible under Municipal Assistance Program?
Shared service projects between municipalities or counties.
Community planning projects.
Multi-municipal planning initiatives.
Boundary change studies and related outreach.
Transit Revitalization Investment District planning studies.
Who can I contact for more information about the Municipal Assistance Program?
You can contact Municipality of Bayham by email at ra-dced-kcp@pa.gov or by phone at 888-223-6837.
Where is the Municipal Assistance Program available?
The Municipal Assistance Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Municipal Assistance Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Municipal Assistance Program is a Grant and Funding