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Simcoe County Tourism Development Fund

Funding for Simcoe County tourism and culture projects

Offered by

Township of Severn

Official source: severn.ca

Record updated July 23, 2026

Funding available: $ 10,000; Up to 20% of project cost
Deadline: Unspecified
Location: Ontario, Canada
Who can apply: Not-for-profit organizations.; See full eligibility

Overview

The Simcoe County Tourism Development Fund supports tourism, culture, and sport initiatives in Simcoe County. It offers up to $10,000 for eligible applicants and includes funding streams such as marketing, trails infrastructure, signage, sporting bids, public art and beautification, workforce development, and research.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding: $10,000
Maximum share of project costs: 20%

Financing goals

Increase performance through digital transformation
Develop strategic partnerships
Develop a new program or service
Increase social or community impact
Enhance an existing program
Develop an online presence
Increase operational productivity
Conduct research and development activities
Strengthen organizational capacity
Access new markets
Reach a new target audience
Launch or market a product/service
Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Conduct research or evaluation activities
Renovate or adapt facilities

Eligible candidates

Location: Ontario
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: Culture and Arts, Sports, Other Recreation and Social Clubs, Research, Economic, Social and Community Development, Employment and Training
Target groups: Business owners / entrepreneurs, Artists / creatives, Nonprofits / charities
Scope: Regional

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Availability timeline

2026

Periods: 1

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Not-for-profit organizations.
Municipalities in Simcoe County.
Partner municipalities.

Eligible geographic areas

Simcoe County

Activities funded

Marketing initiatives.
Trails infrastructure projects.
Signage projects.
Sporting bid initiatives.
Public art and beautification projects.
Workforce development projects.
Research activities.

How to apply

Step 1: Review the program details and funding streams.
- Check that your project aligns with the program purpose and an eligible stream.
Step 2: Prepare your application.
- Complete the application materials before the deadline.
Step 3: Submit the application.
- Send the application during the application window of January 10 to February 14, 2025.

Additional information

The program supports tourism, culture, and sport in Simcoe County.
Available funding is $400,000.
The maximum funding is $10,000 for not-for-profit organizations.
Municipal applicants require a 20% contribution from the applicant.

Contacts

brittany.black@simcoe.ca

Official sources

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Simcoe County Tourism Development Fund Program

What is the Simcoe County Tourism Development Fund?

How much funding can be received?

Simcoe County Tourism Development Fund Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Simcoe County Tourism Development Fund program?

To be eligible for the Simcoe County Tourism Development Fund program, you must: Project must support tourism, culture, or sport. Applicant must be an eligible organization or municipality. Project must fit a fund stream.