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Niagara Falls Employment Generator Tax Increment Grant
Tax increment support for large employers
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- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- January 1, 2027
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports large employers in Niagara Falls through a tax increment rebate tied to property rehabilitation, redevelopment, or new development. It aims to create full-time permanent jobs and strengthen the city’s long-term economic resilience.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Attract or retain talent
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Ensure financial sustainability
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- For-profit business
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 6
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Large employers.
Eligible expenses
- Municipal property tax increases resulting from property rehabilitation, redevelopment, or new development.
Eligible geographic areas
- Niagara Falls
- Key locations designated as Node or Corridor, Employment designation, Tourism Commercial Area, Strategic Growth Area, or a Business Improvement Area within the Employment Generator Area Map
Activities funded
- Rehabilitation of existing properties.
- Redevelopment of properties.
- New property development.
Selection criteria
- Projects that demonstrate exceptional economic value may be considered for an incentive top-up.
- Projects that exceed minimum program thresholds may qualify for a longer grant duration.
Additional information
- Grants are issued annually for five years based on the municipal tax increment.
- Projects with exceptional economic value may qualify for an incentive top-up.
- Projects that exceed minimum program thresholds may qualify for an extended grant duration of up to ten years total.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Niagara Falls Employment Generator Tax Increment Grant Program
What is the Niagara Falls Employment Generator Tax Increment Grant?
This program supports large employers in Niagara Falls through a tax increment rebate tied to property rehabilitation, redevelopment, or new development. It aims to create full-time permanent jobs and strengthen the city’s long-term economic resilience.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is January 1, 2027. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Niagara Falls Employment Generator Tax Increment Grant program?
To be eligible for the Niagara Falls Employment Generator Tax Increment Grant program, you must:
Large employers in Niagara Falls.
Property rehabilitation, redevelopment, or new development.
Full-time permanent job creation.
What expenses are eligible under Niagara Falls Employment Generator Tax Increment Grant?
Municipal property tax increases resulting from property rehabilitation, redevelopment, or new development.
Where is the Niagara Falls Employment Generator Tax Increment Grant available?
The Niagara Falls Employment Generator Tax Increment Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Niagara Falls Employment Generator Tax Increment Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Niagara Falls Employment Generator Tax Increment Grant is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Niagara Falls Employment Generator Tax Increment Grant?
Niagara Falls Employment Generator Tax Increment Grant is funded by City of Niagara Falls