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Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program
Rewards businesses for implementing permanent water-saving measures
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Toronto Capacity Buyback Program offers a one-time cash rebate of up to 30 cents per litre of water saved per average day to industrial, commercial, and institutional organizations that implement permanent water-saving measures. The program aims to encourage water conservation through free water audits and supports upgrades such as cooling towers, boilers, refrigeration, process equipment, and other site-specific water efficiency improvements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Complete an acquisition or business transfer
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Toronto
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementation of permanent water-saving measures in industrial, commercial, or institutional operations.
- Upgrading water efficiency in process equipment, such as cooling towers, boilers, and refrigeration equipment.
- Adoption of site-specific solutions like grey water reuse or rainwater harvesting systems.
- Execution of recommendations identified in professional water audit reports to reduce overall water consumption.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Industrial organizations
- Commercial organizations
- Institutional organizations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations seeking incentives for domestic water fixtures, irrigation systems, or rain barrels, as these upgrades are not eligible for cash incentives under this program.
Eligible expenses
- Upgrades to cooling towers to improve water efficiency.
- Improvements or replacements of boilers for water conservation.
- Enhancements to refrigeration equipment to reduce water use.
- Modifications to food service equipment for water savings.
- Upgrades to process equipment and implementation of site-specific water-saving measures, such as grey water reuse or rainwater harvesting systems.
Eligible geographic areas
- Companies located in the City of Toronto.
Additional information
- Professional engineering support is provided for the water audit process.
- Participants receive a detailed report outlining potential water-saving measures and estimated savings.
- The program offers both financial incentives and long-term utility cost savings benefits.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Toronto — Capacity Buyback 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 Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program?
The Toronto Capacity Buyback Program offers a one-time cash rebate of up to 30 cents per litre of water saved per average day to industrial, commercial, and institutional organizations that implement permanent water-saving measures. The program aims to encourage water conservation through free water audits and supports upgrades such as cooling towers, boilers, refrigeration, process equipment, and other site-specific water efficiency improvements.
Who is eligible for the Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program program?
To be eligible for the Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program program, you must:
Industrial, commercial, or institutional organizations located in Toronto
Must implement permanent water-saving measures
What expenses are eligible under Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program?
Implementation of permanent water-saving measures in industrial, commercial, or institutional operations.
Upgrading water efficiency in process equipment, such as cooling towers, boilers, and refrigeration equipment.
Adoption of site-specific solutions like grey water reuse or rainwater harvesting systems.
Execution of recommendations identified in professional water audit reports to reduce overall water consumption.
Who can I contact for more information about the Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program?
You can contact City of Toronto by email at savewater@toronto.ca or by phone at 416-392-7000.
Where is the Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program available?
The Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program?
Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program is funded by City of Toronto