Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Loans support agricultural property owners financing tile drainage projects in Ontario. Eligible work includes tile drainage installation on agricultural land, subject to program rules and approved contractor requirements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
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
- Installation of tile drainage systems on agricultural land
- Finance of tile drainage projects for farm properties
Documents Needed
- Tile Loan Application Form 6
- Proof of property ownership
- Tax certificates
- Mortgage or lien balance statement
- Survey or sketch of the land, if available
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Agricultural property owners
- Farmers with agricultural land in Ontario
- Property owners in municipalities or in areas without municipal organization
Who is not eligible
- Farmers using rented land without the property owner’s arrangement
- Non-owners of agricultural property
Eligible expenses
- Tile drainage work on agricultural land
- Licensed contractor work or owner-performed work on the owner’s property
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Harmonized Sales Tax (HST)
- Indirect or non-drainage work costs
- Costs incurred off the property
- Rebates and refunds
- Work by an unlicensed contractor
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
- Municipal areas in Ontario
- Areas of Ontario without municipal organization
How to apply
- Step 1: Obtain the application form
- Get the Tile Loan Application Form 6 from your municipality or from OMAFA.
- Step 2: Submit the completed application
- Send the completed form to your local municipality, or to OMAFA if the property is in an area without municipal organization.
- Step 3: Wait for review and approval
- The municipality or OMAFA reviews the project and decides whether to approve the loan.
- Step 4: Complete the work and inspection
- After approval, complete the tile drainage work and arrange the required inspection.
- Step 5: Receive and repay the loan
- Loan documents are processed, funds are released, and repayments are made annually.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed and approved or refused by the municipality or OMAFA.
- If approved, the drainage work must be completed before inspection.
- An inspection and completion certificate is prepared after the work is finished.
- Loan documents are processed and funds are released through the municipality or OMAFA.
- Annual repayments are collected over the loan term.
Additional information
- Interest rate is fixed for the full 10-year term.
- The loan can be repaid in full at any time without penalty.
- Funding must not exceed 100% of eligible costs.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Tile Loan Program Program
What is the Tile Loan Program?
Loans support agricultural property owners financing tile drainage projects in Ontario. Eligible work includes tile drainage installation on agricultural land, subject to program rules and approved contractor requirements.
How much funding can be received?
Tile Loan Program Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Tile Loan Program program?
To be eligible for the Tile Loan Program program, you must:
Agricultural property owner
Tile drainage project on farm land
What expenses are eligible under Tile Loan Program?
Installation of tile drainage systems on agricultural land
Finance of tile drainage projects for farm properties
Who can I contact for more information about the Tile Loan Program?
You can contact Township of Severn by email at ag.info.omafa@ontario.ca or by phone at 1-877-424-1300.
Where is the Tile Loan Program available?
The Tile Loan Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Tile Loan Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Tile Loan Program is a Loans and Capital investments