Open
The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation
Funding for community charities and local initiatives
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Foundation provides funding for health and wellness, education, social services, and environmental initiatives. It also supports employee and retiree activities through the Mill Community Fund, with applications accepted from charitable organizations.
/100
Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Environment
Target groups
- General public
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Health and wellness initiatives for hospitals and local health agencies.
- Education support for colleges, universities, and post-secondary students.
- Social service initiatives that strengthen community life.
- Environmental initiatives that preserve natural resources.
- Employee and retiree activity support through the Mill Community Fund.
Documents Needed
- Financial statement of the charity’s operations.
- Completed request form.
- Supporting documentation.
- Written report with results and success details.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charitable organizations.
- Hospitals.
- Universities and colleges.
- Local health agencies, social service groups, and environmental support groups.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals.
- Labour organizations.
- Organizations involved in political campaigning or lobbying.
- Organizations serving only one religious group.
- Schools seeking support for pre-school, elementary, or secondary education.
Eligible expenses
- Capital funds for hospitals and universities/colleges.
- Health programs and disease control activities.
- Post-secondary scholarships and bursaries.
- Community support activities for social services and environmental groups.
- Employee and retiree activities through the Mill Community Fund.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Start-up funding for new ventures.
- Tickets for dinners or golf tournaments.
- Advertising space in programs or publications.
- General funding for pre-school, elementary, or secondary education.
- Support for political or lobbying activities.
Eligible geographic areas
- Niagara region, Ontario.
- St. Catharines and Thorold communities.
- Baie Comeau, Quebec.
Selection criteria
- Perceived need for funding.
- Clear project objectives.
- Amount requested.
- Financial viability of the applicant.
- Overlap with other agencies or programs.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the request form
- Provide the organization details, contact information, funding amount, and intended use of funds.
- Step 2: Attach supporting documents
- Include the financial statement of the charity’s operations and any relevant supporting documentation.
- Step 3: Submit by email
- Send the request to ontariopaperfoundation@gmail.com.
Processing and Agreement
- Each request is reviewed separately on its own merit.
- Applications are assessed by the donation committee.
- A confirmation of receipt is sent within a month.
- Applicants are notified of the current status of their application.
Additional information
- A financial statement of operations is required.
- A final report detailing results is requested.
- Supporting photos and future plans may be requested in the report.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation Program
What is the The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation?
The Foundation provides funding for health and wellness, education, social services, and environmental initiatives. It also supports employee and retiree activities through the Mill Community Fund, with applications accepted from charitable organizations.
Who is eligible for the The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation program?
To be eligible for the The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation program, you must:
Registered charitable organization
Operates in Niagara, Ontario
Aligned with program areas
What expenses are eligible under The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation?
Health and wellness initiatives for hospitals and local health agencies.
Education support for colleges, universities, and post-secondary students.
Social service initiatives that strengthen community life.
Environmental initiatives that preserve natural resources.
Employee and retiree activity support through the Mill Community Fund.
Who can I contact for more information about the The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation?
You can contact Abitibi Consolidated Thorold Foundation by email at ontariopaperfoundation@gmail.com.
Where is the The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation available?
The The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation?
The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation is funded by Abitibi Consolidated Thorold Foundation