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Peel Region Community Investment Program — Core Fund - Canada
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Source verified August 21, 2026

Peel Region Community Investment Program — Core Fund

Support for nonprofit core operations and services
Offered by
Region of Peel
Official source: peelregion.ca

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Latest source update
Last Update: October 1, 2026
Latest change: The Core Fund changed from closed to coming soon, and its application guidance and supporting materials were removed from the funds page.
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Core Fund status update
The Core Fund status changed from closed to coming soon, with no opening date provided. The funds page no longer shows the Core Fund application guidelines, application steps, FAQ, assessment, or information-session link. The page now points applicants to a contact email and also includes new fund listings and related materials elsewhere on the funds page.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply

Not-for-profit organizations in Peel and/or organizations that primarily serve Peel residents

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Overview

The Peel Region Community Investment Program Core Fund supports not-for-profit agencies in Peel to strengthen core operations and improve service to vulnerable residents. It can fund core operating positions, occupancy costs, legal services, financial audit fees, and insurance.
Receipt of requests is now closed
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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
  • Varies by project
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Canada
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

Availability timeline

2024
Periods: 1

Activities funded

  • Develop, maintain, and improve programs, service delivery, and overall outcomes
  • Support core operating positions such as senior management, administrative support, human resources, IT/data management, financial support, and specialist positions

Documents Needed

  • Articles of Incorporation (Letters Patent)
  • 2022 and 2021 fiscal year-end Audited Financial Statements; a Review Engagement Report can be submitted if your organizational revenue is between $150,000 and $250,000; a Notice to Reader Report can be submitted if your organizational revenue is less than $150,000
  • YTD June 2023 Financial Statements (Balance Sheet and Income Statement)
  • Current Certificate of Insurance, including but not limited to commercial general liability insurance

Official resources

Program guide

2024-2026 Core Fund application guidelines

About the program

Community Investment Program (CIP) Policy Document (2024)

Application form

Appendix A: Community Investment Fund Reallocation Request Form

Appendix B: Community Investment Fund Extension Request Form

Appendix C: Fiscal Sponsor Agreement Template

Core Fund application steps

Supporting document

Applying for funds

Score Weighting

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Not-for-profit organizations in Peel and/or organizations that primarily serve Peel residents
  • Organizations mandated to provide human and community services
  • Organizations incorporated as a not-for-profit for a minimum of 2 years

Who is not eligible

  • Individuals
  • For-profit organizations
  • Organizations acting in the capacity of a funding body
  • Organizations affiliated with a political party or that have a political mandate
  • Programs where the federal or provincial government has the primary responsibility for funding, including hospital-based health programs, medical research, arts and cultural programs, formal education and training, and settlement and English language instruction programs

Eligible expenses

  • Mandatory employment-related costs and employee benefit plans for eligible core operating positions
  • Occupancy costs, including administrative and office space, utilities, hydro and water, internet and telephone bills, and office supplies
  • Legal services pertaining only to the core operations and management of the organization
  • Financial audit fees
  • Insurance

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Costs directly linked to the delivery of a program or service
  • Annual fundraising drives or events
  • Religious programs, activities, or proselytizing
  • Political activities
  • Activities completed or costs incurred before approval of the request to the Region of Peel

Selection criteria

  • Alignment to Core Funding Outcomes
  • Alignment to Sector Populations
  • Alignment to Serving Priority Populations
  • Alignment to Regional Priorities
  • Budget Narrative

How to apply

  • Register on GovGrants, Peel Region’s online grant management platform
  • Complete your Registration and Service Provider Profile (SPP) on GovGrants
  • Attach the mandatory documents in the Documents tab
  • Submit the application through GovGrants by September 21, 2023, at 5:00 pm

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications that meet the general eligibility requirements are reviewed by a Fund Review Committee
  • The financial assessment is completed by the Regional Finance Team
  • All applicants are notified whether their application is approved or declined for funding
  • If approved, the email notification includes the confirmed award funding amount
  • Further information is provided to sign the contract and activate the award
  • Annual financial reconciliation reports and progress reports are required for each funding year

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Peel Region Community Investment Program — Core Fund Program

What is the Peel Region Community Investment Program — Core Fund?

The Peel Region Community Investment Program Core Fund supports not-for-profit agencies in Peel to strengthen core operations and improve service to vulnerable residents. It can fund core operating positions, occupancy costs, legal services, financial audit fees, and insurance.

Who is eligible for the Peel Region Community Investment Program — Core Fund program?

To be eligible for the Peel Region Community Investment Program — Core Fund program, you must: The applicant must be a not-for-profit organization. The applicant must be in Peel and/or primarily serve Peel residents. The organization must be incorporated for at least 2 years.

What expenses are eligible under Peel Region Community Investment Program — Core Fund?

Develop, maintain, and improve programs, service delivery, and overall outcomes Support core operating positions such as senior management, administrative support, human resources, IT/data management, financial support, and specialist positions

Where is the Peel Region Community Investment Program — Core Fund available?

The Peel Region Community Investment Program — Core Fund program is available across Canada.

Is the Peel Region Community Investment Program — Core Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Peel Region Community Investment Program — Core Fund is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Peel Region Community Investment Program — Core Fund?

Peel Region Community Investment Program — Core Fund is funded by Region of Peel