Closed
Last Update: April 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $10,000 per property to support farm improvements in King Township. It helps eligible projects related to agri-tourism, on-farm dining, local produce sales, value-added activities, signage, façade work, infrastructure, permit fees, and professional services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
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
- Agri-tourism uses and accommodations.
- On-farm dining and small-scale food or beverage uses.
- Sale of local produce from the farm or nearby farms.
- Value-added processing or packaging activities.
- Signage, façade, and infrastructure improvements related to qualifying uses.
Documents Needed
- Community Improvement Plan Grant Application
- Site drawing or illustration showing property layout and access
- Supporting information identified during pre-consultation
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Farm property owners in King Township.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants seeking to combine this support with other grants.
Eligible expenses
- Property improvement costs.
- Permit application fees.
- Professional services such as engineering, consulting, and architecture.
- Required studies and related compliance, site preparation, infrastructure, and signage costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- King Township
Selection criteria
- Proposed project vision and scope.
- Information discussed during the CIP Concierge Meeting.
- Issues, materials, and additional requirements identified at pre-consultation.
How to apply
- Step 1: Schedule a CIP Concierge Meeting
- Discuss your proposed project and farm vision with Economic Development and Planning staff.
- Step 2: Attend Pre-Consultation if required
- Review the proposal with relevant Township staff and external agencies.
- Confirm additional information or materials needed for the application.
- Step 3: Prepare the application
- Complete the Community Improvement Plan Grant Application.
- Provide drawings or illustrations and any other requested supporting information.
- Step 4: Submit the application
- Submit the required application materials to King Township as instructed through the program process.
Processing and Agreement
- Meet with Economic Development and Planning staff through a CIP Concierge Meeting.
- A Pre-Consultation Meeting may follow to review the proposal and identify further requirements.
- Additional applications may be identified after pre-consultation.
Additional information
- The program is a Community Improvement Plan grant for rural farm properties in King Township.
- A CIP Concierge Meeting with Economic Development and Planning staff is encouraged before applying.
- A Pre-Consultation Meeting may be required depending on the project scope.
- Additional applications may be identified after pre-consultation.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rural Resiliency Grant Program Program
What is the Rural Resiliency Grant Program?
This program provides up to $10,000 per property to support farm improvements in King Township. It helps eligible projects related to agri-tourism, on-farm dining, local produce sales, value-added activities, signage, façade work, infrastructure, permit fees, and professional services.
How much funding can be received?
Rural Resiliency Grant Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Rural Resiliency Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Rural Resiliency Grant Program program, you must:
Farm property in King Township.
Project linked to a qualifying use.
Property improvement project.
What expenses are eligible under Rural Resiliency Grant Program?
Agri-tourism uses and accommodations.
On-farm dining and small-scale food or beverage uses.
Sale of local produce from the farm or nearby farms.
Value-added processing or packaging activities.
Signage, façade, and infrastructure improvements related to qualifying uses.
Who can I contact for more information about the Rural Resiliency Grant Program?
You can contact Township of King by email at ecdev@king.ca or by phone at 905.833.4016.
Where is the Rural Resiliency Grant Program available?
The Rural Resiliency Grant Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Rural Resiliency Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Rural Resiliency Grant Program is a Grant and Funding