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Public Art & Interim Use Program
Funding for public art and interim use projects
Funding available
$ 7,500
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports public art and interim use projects in the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc. It offers matching funding for construction costs and professional fees for eligible works such as murals, statues, displays, community gardens, and temporary kiosks.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
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
- Installation or enhancement of permanent public art displays.
- Creation of temporary interim uses on vacant or underdeveloped private land for public enjoyment.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Applicants for projects in the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc.
- Private landowners or project proponents with eligible sites.
Who is not eligible
- Projects involving contaminated properties.
- Interim uses involving livestock.
Eligible expenses
- Construction costs for semi-permanent amenities, structures, or improvements.
- Professional fees for design or related services.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Uses involving housing or keeping livestock.
- Uses that may negatively impact surrounding lands or the area.
- Interim uses on contaminated properties.
Eligible geographic areas
- Entire Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc.
Selection criteria
- Preference for projects that celebrate local history, culture, identity, or heritage.
- Preference for projects in high-visibility or prominent locations.
- Preference for projects open and accessible for public enjoyment.
Additional information
- Preference is given to projects that reflect local history, culture, identity, or heritage.
- High-visibility or prominent locations are preferred.
- Interim uses must allow full site restoration.
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- Attainable Rental Housing ProgramFunding for attainable rental housing development
- Beautification ProgramFunding for exterior property beautification
- Environment & Sustainability ProgramFunding for sustainable building improvements
- Intensification & Redevelopment ProgramFunding for non-residential property redevelopment
- Rural Economic Development Program – Rural Economy & Agri-Tourism (CIP Financial Incentive Program)Funding for rural business and agri-tourism growth
- Strathroy-Caradoc — Additional Unit ProgramSupport for creating new rental housing units
- Strathroy-Caradoc — Urban Economic Development ProgramSupports job-creating economic diversification projects
Frequently Asked Questions about the Public Art & Interim Use Program Program
What is the Public Art & Interim Use Program?
This program supports public art and interim use projects in the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc. It offers matching funding for construction costs and professional fees for eligible works such as murals, statues, displays, community gardens, and temporary kiosks.
How much funding can be received?
Public Art & Interim Use Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $7,500 per project.
Who is eligible for the Public Art & Interim Use Program program?
To be eligible for the Public Art & Interim Use Program program, you must:
Eligible public art or interim use project.
Must comply with local zoning.
No contaminated properties.
What expenses are eligible under Public Art & Interim Use Program?
Installation or enhancement of permanent public art displays.
Creation of temporary interim uses on vacant or underdeveloped private land for public enjoyment.
Who can I contact for more information about the Public Art & Interim Use Program?
You can contact Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc.
Where is the Public Art & Interim Use Program available?
The Public Art & Interim Use Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Public Art & Interim Use Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Public Art & Interim Use Program is a Grant and Funding