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Planning Assistance Program
Funding for sport and recreation facility planning
Last Update: June 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : June 30, 2026
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $10,000 to help cover planning, design, research, and audit costs for sport and recreation facilities in Nova Scotia. It supports projects that help new or expanded facilities better serve community recreation priorities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : June 30, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Nova Scotia
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
Activities funded
- Planning new sport and recreation facilities.
- Designing new or renovated facilities and landscaping.
- Research related to facility development and decision-making.
- Building audits and life cycle planning for facilities.
Documents Needed
- Planning Assistance Program Application Form
- Project description
- Project budget and revenues
- Copy of Terms of Reference, Request for Proposal, or Statement of Work
- Registry of Joint Stock Companies ID, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities and villages
- Mi’kmaq Band Councils
- Registered non-profit societies and associations
- Post-secondary institutions and schools with community use facilities
Eligible expenses
- General facility planning, such as needs assessments, feasibility studies, master plans, and facility operation plans.
- Schematic design for new or renovated facilities and landscaping, including preliminary cost estimates.
- Research to gather data, test theories, or support decision-making.
- Building audits and life cycle planning by professional consultants.
Eligible geographic areas
- Nova Scotia
- Cape Breton Island
- Halifax Regional Municipality
- Cumberland, Colchester, and East Hants
- Guysborough, Antigonish, Pictou, Yarmouth, Shelburne, Queens, Lunenburg, Annapolis, Kings, Digby, West Hants, and Clare
Selection criteria
- Alignment with community priorities.
- Alignment with the Shared Strategy for Advancing Recreation in Nova Scotia.
- Ability of the project to sustain, improve, or expand participation in recreation, sport, and physical activity.
- Need or urgency of the project.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program guidance
- Read the Planning Assistance Program guidelines.
- Check the application deadlines and requirements.
- Step 2: Contact a Regional Manager
- Discuss the project idea.
- Confirm eligibility before applying.
- Step 3: Complete the application
- Fill out the Planning Assistance Program Application Form.
- Prepare the project description, budget, and required supporting documents.
- Step 4: Submit by email
- Send the completed application and supporting documents by email.
- Step 5: Wait for review
- The department reviews applications after the deadline.
- Allow 6 to 8 weeks for a decision.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by CCTH staff after the submission deadline.
- Review can take 6 to 8 weeks, or at least 30 business days.
- Applicants are notified if the application is approved.
- A Terms and Conditions agreement must be signed before payment is issued.
- A final report is required when the project is completed.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by CCTH staff after the submission deadline.
- A Terms and Conditions agreement must be signed before payment is issued.
- Successful applicants must acknowledge the Province of Nova Scotia’s financial assistance.
- Applicants are encouraged to contact a Regional Manager before applying.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Planning Assistance Program Program
What is the Planning Assistance Program?
This program provides up to $10,000 to help cover planning, design, research, and audit costs for sport and recreation facilities in Nova Scotia. It supports projects that help new or expanded facilities better serve community recreation priorities.
How much funding can be received?
Planning Assistance Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is June 30, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Planning Assistance Program program?
To be eligible for the Planning Assistance Program program, you must:
Public sport or recreation facility
Eligible community or organization
Project supports planning or design
What expenses are eligible under Planning Assistance Program?
Planning new sport and recreation facilities.
Designing new or renovated facilities and landscaping.
Research related to facility development and decision-making.
Building audits and life cycle planning for facilities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Planning Assistance Program?
You can contact Atom Studio by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Planning Assistance Program available?
The Planning Assistance Program program is available the province of Nova Scotia.