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My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator
Support for main street business growth
Last Update: May 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program offers up to $250,000 in support for main street businesses. It supports brick-and-mortar businesses with sustainability-focused improvements, business growth, and main street vitality.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- Enhancements for brick-and-mortar main street businesses.
- Storefront upgrades.
- Leasehold improvements.
- Technology modernization.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Brick-and-mortar businesses.
- Main street businesses.
- Food service businesses.
- Retail businesses.
- Personal service businesses.
Who is not eligible
- Franchises.
Eligible geographic areas
- Southern Ontario.
Additional information
- The program is currently closed.
- It is operated by the Canadian Urban Institute.
- It is funded by the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.
Frequently Asked Questions about the My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator. 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 My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator?
This program offers up to $250,000 in support for main street businesses. It supports brick-and-mortar businesses with sustainability-focused improvements, business growth, and main street vitality.
Who is eligible for the My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator program?
To be eligible for the My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator program, you must:
Brick-and-mortar main street business.
Strong sustainability focus.
Clear case for investment.
What expenses are eligible under My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator?
Enhancements for brick-and-mortar main street businesses.
Storefront upgrades.
Leasehold improvements.
Technology modernization.
Where is the My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator available?
The My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator a grant, loan, or tax credit?
My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator?
My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator is funded by My Main Street, Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)