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STEP Program
No-cost support for multi-residential buildings
Latest source updateLast Update: July 9, 2026Latest change: The STEP Program now uses a new building-age rule, adds a minimum seven-unit requirement, and expands its performance areas from five to six.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 9, 2026
Latest change: The STEP Program now uses a new building-age rule, adds a minimum seven-unit requirement, and expands its performance areas from five to six.
STEP eligibility and program scope updated
The STEP Program eligibility rules changed: buildings may now participate if they were constructed more than 20 years ago, replacing the previous before-1990 rule, and eligible properties must be three or more storeys with a minimum of seven units. The program description also now refers to support for improving the living environment for residents, and the building performance scope expands from five key areas to six by adding waste to energy, water, operations, safety, and community.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The STEP Program provides no-cost support to owners and property managers of multi-residential buildings in Toronto to reduce costs and improve living conditions for residents. Eligible properties are three or more storeys with at least seven units and built more than 20 years ago. Support includes benchmarking, Action Reports, financing opportunities, and follow-up support.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Toronto
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Owners of multi-residential buildings
- Property managers of multi-residential buildings
How to apply
- Email Tower Renewal at tower@toronto.ca to apply.
Additional information
- Participation in the STEP Program does not impact obligations to comply with City of Toronto Property Standards and the Ontario Fire Code.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the STEP Program Program
What is the STEP Program?
The STEP Program provides no-cost support to owners and property managers of multi-residential buildings in Toronto to reduce costs and improve living conditions for residents. Eligible properties are three or more storeys with at least seven units and built more than 20 years ago. Support includes benchmarking, Action Reports, financing opportunities, and follow-up support.
Who is eligible for the STEP Program program?
To be eligible for the STEP Program program, you must:
The property must be a multi-residential building.
The building must have three or more storeys and a minimum of seven units.
The building must be constructed more than 20 years ago.
Who can I contact for more information about the STEP Program?
You can contact City of Toronto by email at tower@toronto.ca.
Where is the STEP Program available?
The STEP Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the STEP Program?
STEP Program is funded by City of Toronto