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OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream

Q: How much funding can be received?

OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.

Q: 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

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream?

You can contact Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF).

Q: Where is the OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream available?

The OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream program is available the province of Ontario.

Q: 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

Last Update: February 16, 2026

ON, Canada

Supports capital improvements through construction, fixed equipment, and development

Grant and Funding

Ontario Trillium Foundation

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Renovate your business/factory

Increasing community impact

Reduce the ecological footprint

Eligible Funding

Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Up to 100% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

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

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.

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)

Eligibility

The request must fit the Community Building Fund – Capital Stream.
The funding request must be at least $10,000.
The project duration must be 6 or 12 months.
For municipalities with a population over 20,000 (or their sport and recreation organizations), funding may be limited to 80% of total project costs.

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

Confirm funding fit

Review the Capital Stream funding parameters (minimum request of $10,000; grant term of 6 or 12 months)
Confirm the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) can fund 100% of total project costs up to $500,000, except municipalities over 20,000 population (or their sport and recreation organizations) which can request up to 80% up to $500,000
Ensure the amount requested is only what you need because OTF funds the full amount requested

Define eligible project costs

List only eligible cost categories: construction/renovation, fixed equipment, and development/project management (up to 20% of the amount requested)
Exclude ineligible items such as refundable taxes (e.g., GST/HST rebates), contingency costs, and any costs incurred before OTF approves the grant
If you are a municipality requesting $100,000 or more, include the required ON Builds sign cost of $10,000 within the total budget requested (maximum $500,000 including the sign)

Gather quotes and estimates

Obtain at least one professional or third-party quote/estimate for the project costs
Prepare preferably two sets of quotes/estimates to demonstrate best value for money

Complete the financial workbook

Complete the Financial Workbook in the application and include only the costs to be paid by the grant request
Add required budget notes that clearly detail each cost you are requesting from OTF

Answer application questions

Complete the Capital Stream application questions
Ensure the request aligns with the Capital Stream requirements before finalizing

Finalize for submission

Review the full application to confirm all costs are eligible and supported by quotes/estimates
Confirm the total request meets the minimum ($10,000) and respects the applicable funding percentage and maximum ($500,000)

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).

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Frequently Asked Questions about the OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the OTF — Community Building Fund – Capital Stream. 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.