Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 50
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program helps local not-for-profit organizations cover costs tied to street events in Thunder Bay. It supports eligible sporting events, parades, and recreation-focused non-static events that require policing and public notification.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reach a new target audience
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Thunder Bay
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
Target groups
- General public
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Annual and championship sport tourism races.
- Annual parades.
- Non-static events that encourage exercise and recreation.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals.
Eligible expenses
- Extra Duty Police officers and dispatchers for traffic control on City streets.
- Advertisements and public meetings required by the City to inform the public of street closures.
Eligible geographic areas
- Thunder Bay
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed against the program’s eligibility requirements.
- Meeting the criteria does not guarantee funding.
- Applicants are advised to confirm eligibility with the Sport & Community Development Supervisor.
Additional information
- Street festivals are not typically eligible.
- Meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee funding.
- Applicants should consult the Sport & Community Development Supervisor to confirm eligibility.
- The application must be received within 60 days after the event.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Street Event Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Street Event Grant. 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 Street Event Grant?
This program helps local not-for-profit organizations cover costs tied to street events in Thunder Bay. It supports eligible sporting events, parades, and recreation-focused non-static events that require policing and public notification.
How much funding can be received?
Street Event Grant Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50 per project.
Who is eligible for the Street Event Grant program?
To be eligible for the Street Event Grant program, you must:
Not-for-profit organization.
Locally based applicant.
Event on City streets with police traffic control.
What expenses are eligible under Street Event Grant?
Annual and championship sport tourism races.
Annual parades.
Non-static events that encourage exercise and recreation.
Who can I contact for more information about the Street Event Grant?
You can contact City of Thunder Bay or by phone at 807-625-2305.
Where is the Street Event Grant available?
The Street Event Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Street Event Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Street Event Grant is a Grant and Funding