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Renewable Recreation Funding Program

Supports nonprofit recreation programming in Ottawa

Record updated

Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Non-profit based organizations that support recreation programming in the City of Ottawa.
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Overview

Le Programme de financement récréatif renouvelable de la Ville d’Ottawa soutient des organismes à but non lucratif qui contribuent à l’offre de loisirs dans la Ville d’Ottawa. Il appuie des programmes, des locations, des activités aquatiques, des événements et d’autres services récréatifs.

At a glance

Funding available

Varies by project

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Ottawa
  • Outaouais
  • Ontario, Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Sports, Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Target groups
Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
100% donations / grants
Scope
Local

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-profit based organizations that support recreation programming in the City of Ottawa.
  • Organizations currently receiving Recreation Renewable Funding.

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations that are not currently receiving Recreation Renewable Funding.

Activities funded

  • Recreation programming
  • Community hall management and sports field management, including rentals to outside individuals or organisations
  • Programming directly delivered by the organisation

How to apply

  • Complete the 2026 Funding Submission Report form.
  • Submit the completed form by option 1 through an online file storage link or by option 2 by email to rec-info@ottawa.ca.

Documents Needed

  • Audited financial statements for the last completed fiscal year
  • Annual report for the last completed fiscal year, or a summary of 2025 activities and accomplishments and 2026 goals if no formal annual report is available
  • Most recent approved AGM minutes signed by two individuals with signing authority
  • Current board of directors list with names, position, address, contact information, and years on the board
  • Valid certificate of insurance identifying the City of Ottawa as an additional insured

Processing and Agreement

  • Completed funding submissions are reviewed as part of the 2026 Renewable Funding Program administration.
  • The applicant certifies that the contribution received through the Recreation Renewable Funding Program was upheld and applied to programs and activities outlined as per Schedule A of the Contribution Agreement.
  • Any unspent Recreation Funding must be returned to the City of Ottawa’s Recreation Funding Unit.

Additional information

  • Only organizations currently receiving Recreation Renewable Funding should complete the 2026 Funding Submission Report form.
  • Completed submissions must be received by the Recreation Funding Unit no later than Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 4 pm.
  • Questions about the submission can be sent to rec-info@ottawa.ca.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Renewable Recreation Funding Program Program

What is the Renewable Recreation Funding Program?

Le Programme de financement récréatif renouvelable de la Ville d’Ottawa soutient des organismes à but non lucratif qui contribuent à l’offre de loisirs dans la Ville d’Ottawa. Il appuie des programmes, des locations, des activités aquatiques, des événements et d’autres services récréatifs.

Who is eligible for the Renewable Recreation Funding Program program?

To be eligible for the Renewable Recreation Funding Program program, you must: The organization must currently be receiving Recreation Renewable Funding. The funding submission must be completed and received by Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 4 pm.

Who can I contact for more information about the Renewable Recreation Funding Program?

You can contact City of Ottawa by email at rec-info@ottawa.ca or by phone at 613-580-2424 ext 26459.

Where is the Renewable Recreation Funding Program available?

The Renewable Recreation Funding Program program is available Outaouais, Ontario, Quebec.

Is the Renewable Recreation Funding Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Renewable Recreation Funding Program is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Renewable Recreation Funding Program?

Renewable Recreation Funding Program is funded by City of Ottawa