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Municipality of Kincardine - Community Improvement Plan Grants
Funding for Kincardine development and improvement projects
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 50,000
Deadline
October 16, 2026
Location
Kincardine, Tiverton, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Financial support is available for property owners, tenants, developers, and businesses in the Municipality of Kincardine. The program funds predevelopment work, building improvements, leasehold upgrades, signage, accessibility, housing-related redevelopment, and other eligible projects, with grants of up to 50% of eligible costs depending on the program.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Kincardine, Tiverton
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
Activities funded
- Predevelopment studies and design work
- Building renovation, restoration, and structural upgrades
- Leasehold improvements for start-up commercial spaces
- Signage, façade, and streetscape improvements
- Projects supporting housing, accessibility, and energy efficiency
Documents Needed
- Fully completed application form
- Cost estimates or professional quotes
- Site plans, drawings, renderings, or study scopes, as applicable
- Proof of property ownership or lease agreement
- Photographs of existing conditions, where applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Tenants
- Developers
- Entrepreneurs
Who is not eligible
- Projects already started before approval
- Applicants without the required property owner authorization, where applicable
- Properties with only general maintenance work
Eligible expenses
- Professional studies and design work
- Planning, architectural, and engineering fees
- Material and labour costs for approved improvements
- Municipal fees linked to eligible redevelopment projects
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work started before approval
- General maintenance repairs
- Deposits and refundable fees
- Temporary or removable items
Eligible geographic areas
- Municipality of Kincardine
- Downtown Kincardine
- Downtown Tiverton
Selection criteria
- Alignment with program objectives
- Community and economic impact
- Project readiness
- Scoring matrix assessment
How to apply
- Before submitting an application, contact Economic Development staff to discuss program eligibility, the applicable Community Improvement Project Area, proposed scope of work, project timing and readiness, required permits and approvals, supporting documentation requirements, and applicable development timelines.
- Find the application form under the appropriate grant listing and submit the completed application to the Municipality of Kincardine, or to Bruce County for Spruce the Bruce programs.
- Do not begin work until the application is approved and the agreement is signed.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by municipal staff and assessed with a points-based scoring matrix.
- Recommended applications are reported to Council for final approval.
- Approved applicants must sign a formal agreement before work begins.
- Funding is released only after completion, verification, and submission of paid invoices and proof of payment.
Additional information
- Applications may become public documents.
- Applicants may be asked to present at a Council meeting.
- A formal agreement must be signed before funding is released.
- No appeal process is available after Council’s decision.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Municipality of Kincardine - Community Improvement Plan Grants Program
What is the Municipality of Kincardine - Community Improvement Plan Grants?
Financial support is available for property owners, tenants, developers, and businesses in the Municipality of Kincardine. The program funds predevelopment work, building improvements, leasehold upgrades, signage, accessibility, housing-related redevelopment, and other eligible projects, with grants of up to 50% of eligible costs depending on the program.
How much funding can be received?
Municipality of Kincardine - Community Improvement Plan Grants Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is October 16, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Municipality of Kincardine - Community Improvement Plan Grants program?
To be eligible for the Municipality of Kincardine - Community Improvement Plan Grants program, you must:
Property must be in an eligible CIP area.
Applicant must be owner, tenant, or agent.
Project must match the program goals.
What expenses are eligible under Municipality of Kincardine - Community Improvement Plan Grants?
Predevelopment studies and design work
Building renovation, restoration, and structural upgrades
Leasehold improvements for start-up commercial spaces
Signage, façade, and streetscape improvements
Projects supporting housing, accessibility, and energy efficiency
Who can I contact for more information about the Municipality of Kincardine - Community Improvement Plan Grants?
You can contact Municipality of Kincardine by email at evatri@kincardine.ca or by phone at 519-385-5961.
Where is the Municipality of Kincardine - Community Improvement Plan Grants available?
The Municipality of Kincardine - Community Improvement Plan Grants program is available the province of Ontario.