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The Main Street Revitalization – Capital Program
Supports downtown revitalization projects for vibrant, healthy communities
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- Funding available
- $ 500,000
- Up to 70% of project cost
- Deadline
- January 31, 2027
- Location
- British Columbia, Canada
- Who can apply
- Local governments located within Northern Development’s service region
- See full eligibility
Overview
The Main Street Revitalization – Capital Program provides up to $200,000 (to a maximum of 70% of the eligible project budget) to support local and First Nation governments in revitalizing main street areas through strategic investments in public infrastructure. Eligible activities include streetscape improvements, new signage, lighting, pedestrian and cycling enhancements, street furniture, and covered walkways, all aligned with a community's downtown revitalization plan.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $500,000
- Maximum share of project costs
- 70%
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible candidates
- Location
- British Columbia
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local governments located within Northern Development’s service region
- First Nation Band Governments within Northern Development’s service region
Who is not eligible
- Private sector businesses (only local governments and First Nation Band Governments are eligible).
- Organizations located outside Northern Development’s service region.
Eligible expenses
- Capital expenditures directly necessary for implementing the approved project.
- Contractor fees related to project delivery.
- Incremental third-party project management services.
- Wages for direct project labour (with required documentation and regular hourly rates).
- Employer portion of CPP, EI, and pension contributions for direct project labour (up to 9.85%).
- PST (provincial sales tax) paid on eligible expenses.
- In-kind (volunteer) labour contributions valued at standard approved rates, with proper documentation.
- Internal equipment use (heavy equipment or machinery owned by the applicant) for the project, up to approved hourly rates.
- Monetized donations of materials, equipment, or services from third parties, with documented proof.
Eligible geographic areas
- Applicants must be located within Northern Development’s service region in British Columbia.
Activities funded
- Streetscape improvements within commercial main street areas, such as sidewalk upgrades and urban landscaping.
- Installation of gateway and wayfinding signage throughout downtown areas.
- Upgrades to lighting to enhance visibility and ambiance in main street districts.
- Enhancements to pedestrian and cycling infrastructure in designated downtown zones.
- Construction and installation of street furniture and covered walkways to improve the public environment.
Selection criteria
- Strength of the application and clarity of key deliverables.
- Alignment between the proposed project and the recommendations in the community’s main street revitalization plan.
- Extent of financial contribution by the applicant and Northern Development Initiative Trust to the project budget.
- Evidence of broad-based support from multiple stakeholders.
- Management plan for ongoing operating and maintenance over the asset’s lifespan.
Additional information
- A Key Deliverables Reporting Form must be submitted one year after the final disbursement.
- Applications received after deadline are moved to the next funding cycle for review.
- Applicants are encouraged to use specific templates provided for staff labour and in-kind contributions documentation.
- Additional applications will not be accepted until key deliverable reporting requirements are fulfilled.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the The Main Street Revitalization – Capital Program Program
What is the The Main Street Revitalization – Capital Program?
The Main Street Revitalization – Capital Program provides up to $200,000 (to a maximum of 70% of the eligible project budget) to support local and First Nation governments in revitalizing main street areas through strategic investments in public infrastructure. Eligible activities include streetscape improvements, new signage, lighting, pedestrian and cycling enhancements, street furniture, and covered walkways, all aligned with a community's downtown revitalization plan.
How much funding can be received?
The Main Street Revitalization – Capital Program Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is January 31, 2027.
Who is eligible for the The Main Street Revitalization – Capital Program program?
To be eligible for the The Main Street Revitalization – Capital Program program, you must:
The applicant must be a local government or a First Nations band located in the area served by Northern Development.
The project must be located in a defined commercial area referred to as "main street" and aligned with a downtown revitalization plan adopted within the last five years.
The project must involve public surface infrastructure integrated into the main street sector.
What expenses are eligible under The Main Street Revitalization – Capital Program?
Capital expenditures directly necessary for implementing the approved project.
Contractor fees related to project delivery.
Incremental third-party project management services.
Wages for direct project labour (with required documentation and regular hourly rates).
Employer portion of CPP, EI, and pension contributions for direct project labour (up to 9.85%).
PST (provincial sales tax) paid on eligible expenses.
In-kind (volunteer) labour contributions valued at standard approved rates, with proper documentation.
Internal equipment use (heavy equipment or machinery owned by the applicant) for the project, up to approved hourly rates.
Monetized donations of materials, equipment, or services from third parties, with documented proof.
Who can I contact for more information about the The Main Street Revitalization – Capital Program?
You can contact Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT) by email at info@northerndevelopment.bc.ca or by phone at 250-561-2525.
Where is the The Main Street Revitalization – Capital Program available?
The The Main Street Revitalization – Capital Program program is available the province of British Columbia.