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Town of Antigonish — Community Grant Program
Funding for community groups and local housing projects
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : January 2, 2026
- Closing date : February 27, 2026
Location
Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
The Town of Antigonish Community Grant Program supports community groups and organizations with funding for local projects, services, and events. It also includes support for affordable housing-related activities such as planning, capacity building, and Town services connections.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : January 2, 2026
- Closing date : February 27, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Antigonish
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community-based projects, services, and events.
- Projects and programs aligned with the Town’s Municipal Planning Strategy.
- Affordable housing planning, capacity building, and Town services connections.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Proof of CRA number or Registry of Joint Stocks registration
- Final report from the previous year, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local non-profit community-based organizations.
- Organizations with a CRA/Business number or Registry of Joint Stocks registration.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals.
- Government agencies and school boards.
- For-profit organizations.
- Organizations with political affiliations.
- Projects outside Antigonish.
Eligible expenses
- Town services connection costs for new or renovated housing units.
- Operating support for community organizations.
- In-kind support such as equipment use, staff time, or Town services.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Fundraising events.
- Projects outside of Antigonish.
- Funding deficits.
- Applicants who did not submit a final report the previous year.
Eligible geographic areas
- Antigonish, Nova Scotia.
- RN1 and RN2 zones, and future higher-density zones for Town services connections.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are received and managed by the Recreation Department.
- Applications are reviewed under the Community Grants Policy.
- Final funding decisions are made by Town Council.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed under the Town’s Community Grants Policy.
- Final funding decisions are made by Town Council.
- In-kind support may include equipment, staff time, or Town services.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Town of Antigonish — Community Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Town of Antigonish — Community Grant 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 Town of Antigonish — Community Grant Program?
The Town of Antigonish Community Grant Program supports community groups and organizations with funding for local projects, services, and events. It also includes support for affordable housing-related activities such as planning, capacity building, and Town services connections.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was February 27, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Town of Antigonish — Community Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Town of Antigonish — Community Grant Program program, you must:
Local non-profit community-based organization.
Registered with CRA/Business number.
Project located in Antigonish.
What expenses are eligible under Town of Antigonish — Community Grant Program?
Community-based projects, services, and events.
Projects and programs aligned with the Town’s Municipal Planning Strategy.
Affordable housing planning, capacity building, and Town services connections.
Who can I contact for more information about the Town of Antigonish — Community Grant Program?
You can contact Town of Antigonish by email at reacreation@townofantigonish or by phone at none.
Where is the Town of Antigonish — Community Grant Program available?
The Town of Antigonish — Community Grant Program program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Town of Antigonish — Community Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Town of Antigonish — Community Grant Program is a Grant and Funding