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Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP)
Lower-cost access to city services for Kingston residents
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- Funding available
- $ 300
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Municipal Fee Assistance Program helps eligible Kingston residents access city services and programs at a lower cost or for free. It supports recreation, transit, health-related costs, food discounts, and selected municipal fees and services.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $300
- Maximum share of project costs
- 50%
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Kingston
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Canadians
- Legal structures
- All legal structures
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Kingston residents.
- Low- and moderate-income households.
Eligible expenses
- Reduced fees for recreation, transit, and selected municipal services.
- Discounts on health-related, food, and household-related costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Kingston, Ontario
Activities funded
- Access to municipal recreation and leisure programs at reduced cost.
- Access to discounted transit and selected community services.
- Access to health, food, housing-related, and household cost supports.
How to apply
- Step 1: Create a MyKingston account
- Set up an account to apply online.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Apply online through MyKingston, by email, or in person at Housing and Social Services.
- Step 3: Wait for processing
- Allow time for the application to be reviewed.
Selection criteria
- Household income level.
- Priority based on first-come, first-served access until the yearly budget is reached.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission through the MyKingston online account, by email, or in person.
- Processing typically takes 5 to 10 business days for reapplications.
- Applicants are notified through the application channel used.
Additional information
- Applicants only need to apply once to MFAP to access available discounts.
- Funding is provided on a first-come, first-served basis until the yearly budget is reached.
- Some benefits are offered through separate partner programs and local services.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP) Program
What is the Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP)?
The Municipal Fee Assistance Program helps eligible Kingston residents access city services and programs at a lower cost or for free. It supports recreation, transit, health-related costs, food discounts, and selected municipal fees and services.
How much funding can be received?
Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $300 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP) program?
To be eligible for the Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP) program, you must:
Household income must meet program thresholds.
Eligibility is based on LIM plus 15%.
Some benefits require Kingston residency.
What expenses are eligible under Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP)?
Reduced fees for recreation, transit, and selected municipal services.
Discounts on health-related, food, and household-related costs.
Who can I contact for more information about the Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP)?
You can contact City of Kingston by email at mfap@cityofkingston.ca.
Where is the Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP) available?
The Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP) program is available the province of Ontario.