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Source verified June 9, 2026
OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream
Supports capital improvements through construction, fixed equipment, and development
Funding available
$ 10,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Provides up to $500,000 to support capital projects through construction/renovation, fixed equipment, and limited project development/management costs. Funding covers 100% of total project costs in most cases (or 80% for certain municipalities) for projects delivered over 6 or 12 months.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Capital construction and renovation projects (including installations)
- Installation of large fixed equipment as part of a facility/project upgrade
- Project development and management activities directly supporting the capital project
Documents Needed
- Professional or third-party quotes/estimates (at least one; two preferred)
- Completed financial workbook (with budget notes)
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities
- Sport and recreation organizations of municipalities with populations over 20,000
Eligible expenses
- Construction/renovation materials and labour (including installation)
- Large, fixed equipment for installation
- Development and project management costs (up to 20% of the amount requested)
- Eligible development costs such as engineering work, architectural plans, surveying, and permits
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Refundable taxes (e.g., HST/GST where the recipient is eligible for rebates)
- Contingency costs
- Costs incurred before the grant is approved
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
How to apply
- Step 1: Confirm fit and funding request
- Ensure the funding request aligns with the Capital Stream.
- Request only the costs to be covered by the grant.
- Step 2: Prepare the financial workbook
- Complete the financial workbook using the program instructions.
- Add required budget notes that clearly detail the costs being requested.
- Include only eligible costs to avoid refusal.
- Step 3: Gather required quotes/estimates
- Obtain at least one professional/third-party quote or estimate (two sets preferred).
Additional information
- Applicants are encouraged to request only the funding they need, as the funder aims to support as many applications as possible.
- Only costs to be paid by the grant request should be included in the financial workbook; including ineligible costs may result in refusal.
- At least one professional/third-party quote or estimate is required, and two sets are preferred to demonstrate value for money.
- Municipalities receiving $100,000+ may be required to buy, produce, and install an “Ontario Builds” sign (per Ontario guidelines).
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- OTF — Community Building Fund - Operating StreamSupports operating viability for Ontario community-serving organizations
Frequently Asked Questions about the OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream Program
What is the OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream?
Provides up to $500,000 to support capital projects through construction/renovation, fixed equipment, and limited project development/management costs. Funding covers 100% of total project costs in most cases (or 80% for certain municipalities) for projects delivered over 6 or 12 months.
How much funding can be received?
OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream program?
To be eligible for the OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream program, you must:
Request at least $10,000
Project duration of 6 or 12 months
Must fit the Capital Stream
What expenses are eligible under OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream?
Capital construction and renovation projects (including installations)
Installation of large fixed equipment as part of a facility/project upgrade
Project development and management activities directly supporting the capital project
Who can I contact for more information about the OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream?
You can contact Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF).
Where is the OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream available?
The OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream is a Grant and Funding