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Municipal Energy Plan Program (MEP)
Funding for municipal energy planning in Ontario
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 90,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides matching funding to help Ontario municipalities develop or update municipal energy plans. It supports energy efficiency, emissions reduction, renewable energy planning, and related data analysis and stakeholder engagement.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 90,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
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
- Creating a new municipal energy plan.
- Updating an existing municipal energy plan.
- Preparing energy data, maps, and planning materials.
- Engaging stakeholders for energy planning.
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Letter of support from the upper-tier municipality, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario municipalities.
- Upper-tier municipalities.
- Lower-tier municipalities with upper-tier support.
Who is not eligible
- Indigenous communities should use the related Indigenous Community Energy Plan Program instead.
Eligible expenses
- Stakeholder engagement.
- Baseline energy data collection and analysis.
- Energy maps and related planning materials.
- Updating utility or structure data.
- Creating new or additional implementation plans or maps.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Implementation of existing plans.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- If approved, the applicant enters into a transfer payment agreement with the province.
Additional information
- The program has two funding streams: one for new plans and one for updating existing plans.
- Approved applicants must sign a transfer payment agreement with the province.
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis throughout the year.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Municipal Energy Plan Program (MEP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Municipal Energy Plan Program (MEP). 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 Municipal Energy Plan Program (MEP)?
This program provides matching funding to help Ontario municipalities develop or update municipal energy plans. It supports energy efficiency, emissions reduction, renewable energy planning, and related data analysis and stakeholder engagement.
How much funding can be received?
Municipal Energy Plan Program (MEP) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $90,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Municipal Energy Plan Program (MEP) program?
To be eligible for the Municipal Energy Plan Program (MEP) program, you must:
Ontario municipality.
Upper-tier or lower-tier municipality.
Project for a new or updated energy plan.
What expenses are eligible under Municipal Energy Plan Program (MEP)?
Creating a new municipal energy plan.
Updating an existing municipal energy plan.
Preparing energy data, maps, and planning materials.
Engaging stakeholders for energy planning.
Who can I contact for more information about the Municipal Energy Plan Program (MEP)?
You can contact Government of Ontario by email at MEP@ontario.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Municipal Energy Plan Program (MEP) available?
The Municipal Energy Plan Program (MEP) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Municipal Energy Plan Program (MEP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Municipal Energy Plan Program (MEP) is a Grant and Funding