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Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant
Funding for commercial property improvements in Quinte West
Last Update: June 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Open Date : August 17, 2026
- Closing date : October 12, 2026
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
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
Timeline
- Open Date : August 17, 2026
- Closing date : October 12, 2026
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
- 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
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
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant. 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 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.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications will open on August 17, 2026.
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
Who can I contact for more information about the Quinte West Multi-Stream Comprehensive Tax Increment Equivalent Grant?
You can contact City of Quinte West by email at none or by phone at none.
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.