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Ottawa — Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF)

Funding to improve accessibility in Ottawa’s tourism sector
City of Ottawa
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : April 2, 2024
  • Closing date : April 30, 2024
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Overview

The Ottawa Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF) provides up to $25,000 in non-repayable funding to support tourism businesses in improving accessibility for visitors with disabilities. Eligible activities include upgrades to accessibility amenities, renovations, or retrofits that enhance visitor experiences and remove barriers in tourism-related environments.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Obtain certifications or accreditations
  • Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
  • Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open Date : April 2, 2024
  • Closing date : April 30, 2024

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Retail trade
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Accommodation and food services
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • Ottawa
  • Ontario
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
  • Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Persons with Disabilities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Business Associations
  • Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
  • People with disabilities
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Municipal

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Upgrades to enhance accessibility amenities for tourism-focused businesses.
  • Small-scale construction, renovation, or retrofit projects to remove accessibility barriers in visitor-facing environments.
  • Implementation of accessible equipment or technology for visitor use by individuals with disabilities.
  • Improvements to the built environment or in-destination experiences to provide better access for visitors with disabilities.
  • Projects designed to address specific gaps in accessibility within Ottawa’s tourism sector.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • For-profit businesses that are members of Tourism Ottawa in contact with visitors
  • Non-profit businesses that are members of Tourism Ottawa in contact with visitors
  • Business improvement areas (including initiatives open to the public, such as festivals), members of Tourism Ottawa
  • Sole proprietorships registered at the federal or provincial level and members of Tourism Ottawa

Who is not eligible

  • Political parties.
  • One-off events.
  • Charities and educational institutions.
  • Organizations whose activities fall under the jurisdiction of government divisions, departments, or agencies (e.g., school boards, social services, hospitals).
  • Applicants based outside of the municipality of Ottawa.

Eligible expenses

  • Professional fees for technical expertise and certified construction contractors.
  • Costs of construction or renovation of a building, including materials, supplies, and labour.
  • Purchase or rental of tools, equipment, or machinery necessary to complete the project.
  • Purchase of universally accessible or ergonomic accessories and furniture for visitor use.
  • Costs related to information technology solutions specific to the needs of persons with disabilities, such as adapted and accessible computer software and hardware for visitor use.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Applicants based within the municipality of Ottawa.

Additional information

  • Only one application per business or organization is permitted under this program.
  • Proof of commercial general liability insurance of at least $2,000,000 is required.
  • Successful applicants must submit a Final Activity Report; failure to do so may affect future funding eligibility.
  • Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis due to limited funding availability.

Contacts

funding@ottawatourism.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Ottawa — Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Ottawa — Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF). 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 Ottawa — Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF)?

The Ottawa Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF) provides up to $25,000 in non-repayable funding to support tourism businesses in improving accessibility for visitors with disabilities. Eligible activities include upgrades to accessibility amenities, renovations, or retrofits that enhance visitor experiences and remove barriers in tourism-related environments.

How much funding can be received?

Ottawa — Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF) Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was April 30, 2024.

Who is eligible for the Ottawa — Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF) program?

To be eligible for the Ottawa — Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF) program, you must: For-profit business that is a visitor-facing member of Ottawa Tourism in good standing Must demonstrate financial stability with a debt ratio of less than 1 Business must be located within the municipality of Ottawa

What expenses are eligible under Ottawa — Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF)?

Upgrades to enhance accessibility amenities for tourism-focused businesses. Small-scale construction, renovation, or retrofit projects to remove accessibility barriers in visitor-facing environments. Implementation of accessible equipment or technology for visitor use by individuals with disabilities. Improvements to the built environment or in-destination experiences to provide better access for visitors with disabilities. Projects designed to address specific gaps in accessibility within Ottawa’s tourism sector.

Who can I contact for more information about the Ottawa — Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF)?

You can contact City of Ottawa by email at funding@ottawatourism.ca.

Where is the Ottawa — Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF) available?

The Ottawa — Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF) program is available the province of Ontario.

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