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Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP)
Lower-cost access to city services for Kingston residents
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 300
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
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.
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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
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Location
- Kingston
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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.
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
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
Frequently Asked Questions about the Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP). 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 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.
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)?
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.
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 or by phone at 613-546-2695.
Where is the Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP) available?
The Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP) is a Other Support