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Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs
Financial incentives for property and business improvements
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500 - $ 20,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program offers financial incentives to support redevelopment and property improvements in Northern Bruce Peninsula. It covers eligible development, predevelopment, building, property, tourism, agriculture, accessibility, signage, and streetscape projects, with grants and loans available up to specified limits.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase social or community impact
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,500 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- Redevelopment and improvement of private lands and buildings
- Development and predevelopment planning work
- Building, façade, signage, accessibility, and streetscape improvements
- Commercial accommodation upgrades
- Agricultural, tourism, and residential improvement projects
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting drawings or plans, if requested
- Letter from the property owner, if the applicant is a tenant
- Original paid receipts and proof of payment
- Required permits and licences, where applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Assessed owners
- Authorized agents
- Tenants with owner consent
- Eligible businesses, municipalities, not-for-profits, and charities under specific programs
Who is not eligible
- Applicants starting work before approval
- Properties with ineligible general maintenance only
- Applicants without required owner authorization, where applicable
- Projects that do not comply with municipal or provincial requirements
Eligible expenses
- Professional design and planning fees
- Material and labour costs
- Municipal fees for eligible applications and permits
- Studies, assessments, and design work
- Loan-funded or grant-funded improvement costs for eligible projects
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work started before application approval
- General maintenance and routine repairs
- Projects that are retroactive
- Temporary or removable items, where specifically excluded by a program
- Projects not meeting applicable permit, zoning, or code requirements
Eligible geographic areas
- Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula
- Ferndale
- Lion’s Head
- Tobermory
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by municipal staff and the CAO or designate.
- Some requests are brought to Council for approval.
- Approved applicants must enter into a funding agreement with the municipality.
- Funding is released after project completion, inspection, and submission of required paperwork.
- Loans and higher-value approvals are subject to additional review and agreement terms.
Additional information
- Applications for municipal-led incentives are reviewed and approved by the CAO or designate.
- Some applications require Council approval, including higher-value projects, TIEG requests, and loans.
- Applicants are encouraged to pre-consult with municipal staff before applying.
- Approved applicants must sign an agreement with the municipality before funding is issued.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs. 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 Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs?
This program offers financial incentives to support redevelopment and property improvements in Northern Bruce Peninsula. It covers eligible development, predevelopment, building, property, tourism, agriculture, accessibility, signage, and streetscape projects, with grants and loans available up to specified limits.
How much funding can be received?
Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs program?
To be eligible for the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs program, you must:
Property must be in an eligible project area.
Applicant must be an owner, agent, or eligible tenant.
Project must be approved before work starts.
What expenses are eligible under Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs?
Redevelopment and improvement of private lands and buildings
Development and predevelopment planning work
Building, façade, signage, accessibility, and streetscape improvements
Commercial accommodation upgrades
Agricultural, tourism, and residential improvement projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs?
You can contact Municipality of North Bruce Peninsula by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs available?
The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs is a Grant and Funding