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Tourism Innovation Grant Program
Funding for innovative tourism experiences in Oxford County
Record updated
- Funding available
- $ 150,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program supports Oxford County tourism businesses and non-profits developing or expanding unique visitor experiences. Selected applicants can receive up to $3,000, with funding focused on innovative tourism projects.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $150,000
- Maximum share of project costs
- 50%
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Increase production or service capacity
- Develop a new product or service
- Increase operational productivity
- Conduct research and development activities
- Optimize production processes
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Access new markets
- Digitize or modernize organizational tools
- Reach a new target audience
- Launch or market a product/service
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Ensure financial sustainability
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- All legal structures
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Tourism-related businesses in Oxford County
- Tourism-related non-profit organizations in Oxford County
Who is not eligible
- Businesses that have previously received the Tourism Innovation Grant
Eligible expenses
- Capital costs
- Professional business services such as construction, planning, consulting, photography, video, writing, product development, research, web design, and graphic design
- Items considered innovative
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Staffing expenses
- Retail inventory
- Items purchased before the grant is received
- Debt repayment
- Costs covered by other listed partnership programs
Eligible geographic areas
- Oxford County, Ontario
Activities funded
- Development or expansion of tourism experiences
- Creation of unique and innovative visitor experiences
How to apply
- Step 1: Review eligibility and program details
- Confirm your business or non-profit meets the stated requirements.
- Check the eligible activities, expenses, and scoring priorities.
- Step 2: Complete the online application
- Submit the application through the program’s online form.
- Provide the required supporting information and documents.
- Step 3: Wait for review and finalist notification
- Applications are reviewed and scored by the grant committee.
- Finalists are contacted for a virtual interview or pitch.
- Step 4: Attend interview and receive decision
- Participate in the virtual interview if selected as a finalist.
- Successful applicants are notified after the interview process.
Documents Needed
- Master business license or proof of non-profit status
- Proof of insurance
- Confirmation of appropriate zoning and permits, if applicable
Selection criteria
- Creativity and need - 30 points
- Ability to develop - 20 points
- Marketing skills or plan - 10 points
- Economic impact - 10 points
- DEI - 10 points
- Community impact - 10 points
- Financial contribution - 10 points
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and scored against the program metrics
- Finalists are invited to a virtual interview or pitch
- Recipients are notified after the interviews
- Selected applicants receive the grant following approval
Additional information
- Applications for 2026 are closed.
- Finalists are invited to a virtual interview or pitch.
- Selected recipients receive a $3,000 grant.
- Priority areas include handicraft/culture, culinary, sustainability & outdoor experiences, and cycling.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Tourism Innovation Grant Program Program
What is the Tourism Innovation Grant Program?
The program supports Oxford County tourism businesses and non-profits developing or expanding unique visitor experiences. Selected applicants can receive up to $3,000, with funding focused on innovative tourism projects.
How much funding can be received?
Tourism Innovation Grant Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $150,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Tourism Innovation Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Tourism Innovation Grant Program program, you must:
Operates in Oxford County
Business or non-profit status
Project planned for 2026
What expenses are eligible under Tourism Innovation Grant Program?
Capital costs
Professional business services such as construction, planning, consulting, photography, video, writing, product development, research, web design, and graphic design
Items considered innovative
Who can I contact for more information about the Tourism Innovation Grant Program?
You can contact Oxford County by email at Nathalie@mtlab.ca or by phone at 519-425-0401.
Where is the Tourism Innovation Grant Program available?
The Tourism Innovation Grant Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Tourism Innovation Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Tourism Innovation Grant Program is a Grant and Funding