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Municipal Assistance Program

Municipal support for community events

Offered by
Municipality of Bayham
Official source: bayham.on.ca

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Funding available
$ 25,000
Up to 50% of project cost
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Counties.
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Overview

Provides municipal support for local community events. Assistance may include roads, facilities, materials, and funds for eligible requests.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$25,000
Maximum share of project costs
50%
Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Enhance an existing program
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Canada
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
Public or Parapublic institution

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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Municipal Assistance Program intake closed

The Municipal Assistance Program page now says the application intake is closed and will reopen in early December for 2027.

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The Municipal Assistance Program page now says the application intake is closed and will reopen in early December for 2027. The page also removed the application-form link and the instruction to submit individual forms per event, changing how applicants are directed to apply.

Official source: bayham.on.ca
October 11, 2026

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.

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.

How to apply

  • Complete and submit the application online using DCED’s Single Application; paper applications will not be accepted.
  • Complete the Project Narrative in the Single Application.
  • Complete the Program Budget in the Single Application.
  • For all community planning applications and other applications involving consulting services, attach a separate file with an itemized scope of services describing the nature or scope of the consulting services and the expected results or deliverables.
  • Submit resolution(s) from the applicant’s governing body or board indicating authorization and commitment of match for the application.
  • For community planning projects only, provide a letter of comment from the respective county planning agency verifying consistency with the county comprehensive plan.

Documents Needed

  • Completed application form
  • Detailed event information
  • Resolution from the governing body
  • Match commitment confirmation
  • County planning comment letter, for planning applications

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.

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

ra-dced-kcp@pa.gov
888-223-6837

Official sources

Municipal Assistance & Programs

Application form

Application for Municipal Assistance - Community Events
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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.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

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 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.

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 across Canada.