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Sustainable Transportation and Urban Design Partnership Program
Cost-sharing for streetscape and active transportation projects
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
York Region provides up to $2 million annually to support streetscape and active transportation projects. The program cost-shares construction for pedestrian, cycling, and streetscape facilities that strengthen connected, sustainable transportation networks.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- Construction of pedestrian and cycling infrastructure.
- Streetscape enhancements within Regional corridors.
- Projects that connect communities, transit, and regional destinations.
- New public-use active transportation projects ready for construction.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Project rationale and long-term objectives
- Network plan, facility map, and scope of proposal
- Letter of commitment for maintenance obligations
- Evidence of public consultation, local council endorsement, and permits if available
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local municipalities within York Region.
- Non-profit organizations.
Who is not eligible
- Projects that are already fully funded by other sources.
- Localized recreational cycling and walking projects.
Eligible expenses
- Capital construction costs for eligible streetscape and active transportation works.
- Labour and materials, including pavement, signage, safety barriers, bridge structures, traffic control, project management, and contracted overhead.
- Preparation of tender documents.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Property acquisition.
- Design and planning costs, including mobilization, staging, soil testing, and site survey.
- Financing charges, interest, contract changes, administration charges, insurance, and bonding.
- Temporary or seasonal landscaping and ongoing maintenance or repairs.
- Localized recreational trails or facilities and other work already fully funded by other sources.
Eligible geographic areas
- York Region, Ontario
- The nine York Region municipalities
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are screened for eligibility and reviewed by York Region staff.
- Recommended projects are presented to Regional Council for approval.
- Approved projects must follow the submitted design and route.
- A contribution agreement and maintenance agreement are required for approved projects.
- York Region may inspect and monitor compliance after approval.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by the Streetscape Review Team using Regional plans, policies, guidelines, design and safety standards.
- Approved funding must be spent within three years of the award.
- The Region will not provide additional funding beyond the approved final cost estimate.
- Changes after a contribution agreement is signed must be approved by York Region before construction.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sustainable Transportation and Urban Design Partnership Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Sustainable Transportation and Urban Design Partnership Program. 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 Sustainable Transportation and Urban Design Partnership Program?
York Region provides up to $2 million annually to support streetscape and active transportation projects. The program cost-shares construction for pedestrian, cycling, and streetscape facilities that strengthen connected, sustainable transportation networks.
How much funding can be received?
Sustainable Transportation and Urban Design Partnership Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Sustainable Transportation and Urban Design Partnership Program program?
To be eligible for the Sustainable Transportation and Urban Design Partnership Program program, you must:
Project located in York Region
Supports active transportation goals
Includes maintenance commitment
What expenses are eligible under Sustainable Transportation and Urban Design Partnership Program?
Construction of pedestrian and cycling infrastructure.
Streetscape enhancements within Regional corridors.
Projects that connect communities, transit, and regional destinations.
New public-use active transportation projects ready for construction.
Who can I contact for more information about the Sustainable Transportation and Urban Design Partnership Program?
You can contact Regional Municipality of York by email at Stephen.O'neill@ york.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Sustainable Transportation and Urban Design Partnership Program available?
The Sustainable Transportation and Urban Design Partnership Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Sustainable Transportation and Urban Design Partnership Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sustainable Transportation and Urban Design Partnership Program is a Partnering and Collaboration