Closed
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 400
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides a $400 credit per eligible family member for Town of Oakville recreation and culture activities. It supports residents through fee assistance for approved programs, memberships, and registrations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 400 $
- Minimum amount : 400 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Oakville
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Registration in Town of Oakville recreation and culture programs
- Use of the credit for eligible memberships and activities
Documents Needed
- Completed Recreation Connection subsidy application form
- Proof of household income
- Proof of Oakville residency
- Refugee status documents, if applicable
- Community referral document, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Oakville residents
- Eligible refugees
- Families seeking recreation and culture fee assistance
Who is not eligible
- Non-residents of Oakville
- Applicants who do not meet income requirements
- Applicants without required income or residency documents
Eligible expenses
- Recreation and culture program registration fees
- Memberships and eligible program costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Library programs
- Facility rentals
- Community Connection programs
- Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts show tickets
- Material fees and concession items
Eligible geographic areas
- Oakville, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and eligible ones are forwarded to Town Hall for processing.
- Processing takes about seven business days.
- Approved applicants receive a welcome letter with registration information.
- If approved, a credit is added to the recreation account before registration.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted year-round.
- Eligible families receive a $400 credit per person for one year.
- The credit can be used only for eligible Town recreation and culture registrations.
- Unused credits cannot be transferred, carried over, or redeemed for cash.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Recreation Connection Subsidy Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Recreation Connection Subsidy. 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 Recreation Connection Subsidy?
This program provides a $400 credit per eligible family member for Town of Oakville recreation and culture activities. It supports residents through fee assistance for approved programs, memberships, and registrations.
How much funding can be received?
Recreation Connection Subsidy Funds up to $400 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Recreation Connection Subsidy program?
To be eligible for the Recreation Connection Subsidy program, you must:
Oakville residency required
Household income below LICO
Income proof required
What expenses are eligible under Recreation Connection Subsidy?
Registration in Town of Oakville recreation and culture programs
Use of the credit for eligible memberships and activities
Who can I contact for more information about the Recreation Connection Subsidy?
You can contact Town of Oakville by email at affordableaccess@oakville.ca or by phone at 905-815-2000.
Where is the Recreation Connection Subsidy available?
The Recreation Connection Subsidy program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Recreation Connection Subsidy a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Recreation Connection Subsidy is a Other Support