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Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 100 - $ 200
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Financial assistance supports eligible residents with recreation registration fees and subsidized memberships in Peterborough. It covers a range of sports, camps, and recreational programs, with support available for low-income households and individuals receiving social assistance.
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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
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200 $
- Minimum amount : 100 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Peterborough
- 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
- Sports leagues and instructional sports
- Day camps and recreation programs
- Arts, dance, martial arts, gymnastics, and skating programs
- Subsidized memberships at the Sport & Wellness Centre
Documents Needed
- Proof of income
- Proof of social assistance, if applicable
- Proof of address in Peterborough
- Program name and start date
- Registration receipt, if requesting reimbursement
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- City of Peterborough residents
- Peterborough County residents for subsidized membership
- Low-income individuals, families, and people receiving Ontario Works or ODSP
Who is not eligible
- Programs outside Peterborough city limits
- Programs that provide their own financial assistance, such as YMCA programs
Eligible expenses
- Recreation program registration fees
- Subsidized membership fees at the Sport & Wellness Centre
- Reimbursement of paid registration fees
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Programs outside the City limits
- After-school programs
- Equipment costs for recreation programs
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Peterborough
- Peterborough County
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed after submission
- If approved, subsidy is applied directly to registration or paid to the provider
- Reimbursement may be issued for eligible fees already paid
- Applicants are notified through a verification letter when applicable
Additional information
- Applications can be submitted online.
- Help with applications is available from Recreation Program Assistants.
- Subsidy may be used before program start or for reimbursement within 30 days of payment.
- Approval does not guarantee a spot in a program.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Recreation Fee Subsidy Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Recreation Fee 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 Fee Subsidy?
Financial assistance supports eligible residents with recreation registration fees and subsidized memberships in Peterborough. It covers a range of sports, camps, and recreational programs, with support available for low-income households and individuals receiving social assistance.
How much funding can be received?
Recreation Fee Subsidy Funds up to $200 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Recreation Fee Subsidy program?
To be eligible for the Recreation Fee Subsidy program, you must:
City of Peterborough resident
Low-income or social assistance
Eligible recreation program or membership
What expenses are eligible under Recreation Fee Subsidy?
Sports leagues and instructional sports
Day camps and recreation programs
Arts, dance, martial arts, gymnastics, and skating programs
Subsidized memberships at the Sport & Wellness Centre
Who can I contact for more information about the Recreation Fee Subsidy?
You can contact City of Peterborough by email at rec@peterborough.ca or by phone at 705-742-0050 ext. 1574.
Where is the Recreation Fee Subsidy available?
The Recreation Fee Subsidy program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Recreation Fee Subsidy a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Recreation Fee Subsidy is a Grant and Funding