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Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant
Funding for commercial property improvements in Quinte West
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Latest source updateLast Update: September 30, 2026Latest change: The fall intake closing date for the Community Improvement Plan has moved from October 12 to October 2, 2026, and the page now links to other City CIP program information.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 30, 2026
Latest change: The fall intake closing date for the Community Improvement Plan has moved from October 12 to October 2, 2026, and the page now links to other City CIP program information.
Fall intake deadline updated
The Community Improvement Plan page now shows a revised fall intake closing date of October 2, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., replacing the previous October 12 deadline. The page also adds a link to information about other City CIP programs.
Funding available
$ 25,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program supports commercial property improvement and redevelopment in Quinte West through several incentive streams. It can provide up to 75% of the Municipal Property Tax Increment, as well as support for façade, signage, permit fees, renovations, and accessibility improvements.
Receipt of requests is now closed
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 75% 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
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 5
Activities funded
- Commercial property façade and signage improvements
- Commercial building renovations and expansions
- Accessibility improvements for ground floor or upper-storey units
- Redevelopment projects that align with City strategic priorities
Documents Needed
- Completed Intent to Apply form
- Completed CIP application form
- Required quotes for the proposed work
- Image of the proposed work area
- Required drawings and supporting documents for the incentive
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Business owners
- Property owners
- Commercial tourism operators in the City of Quinte West
Who is not eligible
- Residential properties
- Projects involving events or activities
- Applicants with property tax arrears, by-law default, or ongoing litigation with the City
Eligible expenses
- Façade and signage improvement costs
- Eligible planning fees and building permit fees
- Commercial building renovation costs
- Accessibility improvement costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Events and activities
- Work started before official approval
- Retroactive support for completed or underway projects
Eligible geographic areas
- CIP Priority Area in the City of Quinte West
- City of Quinte West
- Downtown and Commercial areas
- Non-urban tourism-related use areas across the city
- Hotel development areas across the city
Selection criteria
- Alignment with City strategic priorities
- Eligibility under the chosen incentive stream
- Review and deliberation by the Review and Evaluation Committee
How to apply
- Complete the Intent to Apply form during an intake period.
- Once completed, eligible parties will be provided with the full CIP application to complete and submit with all of the required documentation.
Processing and Agreement
- Intent to Apply is reviewed internally for basic eligibility.
- Eligible applicants receive the full application for submission.
- Applications are reviewed by City staff and the Review and Evaluation Committee.
- The final decision is issued within four weeks of the submission deadline.
- Approved projects can start only after official approval, and payment is released after completion and inspection.
Additional information
- Only one successful application per program per property is allowed during the five-year plan period.
- The program can be stacked with other CIP incentives, except for the Tax Increment Equivalent Grant.
- Projects must be fully completed and inspected before payment is issued.
- Funding is issued by cheque or can be picked up at City Hall.
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- Quinte West Building Accessibility Improvement GrantFunding for accessibility upgrades in eligible properties
- Quinte West Building and Property Renovation GrantFunding for commercial property improvements in Quinte West
- Quinte West Façade and Signage Improvement GrantFinancial support for commercial property improvements
- Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant — Stream A: New CommercialCommercial redevelopment tax assistance
- Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant — Stream B: Non-Urban Tourism-Related UsesTax increment support for tourism redevelopment
- Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant — Stream C: HotelsTax increment support for hotel development
- Quinte West Planning Fees and Building Permits GrantFinancial support for commercial property improvements
Frequently Asked Questions about the Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant Program
What is the Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant?
The program supports commercial property improvement and redevelopment in Quinte West through several incentive streams. It can provide up to 75% of the Municipal Property Tax Increment, as well as support for façade, signage, permit fees, renovations, and accessibility improvements.
How much funding can be received?
Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant program?
To be eligible for the Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant program, you must:
Property must be in the CIP Area.
Project must be for commercial use.
Application must be submitted during intake.
What expenses are eligible under Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant?
Commercial property façade and signage improvements
Commercial building renovations and expansions
Accessibility improvements for ground floor or upper-storey units
Redevelopment projects that align with City strategic priorities
Where is the Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant available?
The Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant?
Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant is funded by City of Quinte West