Town of Caledon — Designated Heritage Property Grant Program

• Completed and signed application form
• Project description with photos, drawings, and plans
• Explanation of how the work conserves heritage attributes
• Description of methods, materials, and techniques
• Two contractor quotes and supporting documents, if available

Who is eligible?

• Property owners in the Town of Caledon
• Owners of designated heritage properties under Part IV or Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act
• Non-profit or community groups responsible for maintaining a government-owned designated heritage property

Who is not eligible

• Owners of properties that are not designated heritage properties
• Owners of non-contributing properties in a heritage conservation district
• Government-owned properties, unless maintained by a non-profit or community group
• Properties already approved for a heritage property tax rebate for the same year

Eligible expenses

• Labour, materials, and equipment for eligible heritage work
• Architectural and engineering drawings
• Feasibility studies
• Paid invoices and receipts supporting project costs

Ineligible Costs and Activities

• Work that does not conserve heritage attributes
• New additions or contemporary extensions
• Interior renovations, unless interior heritage attributes are identified
• Work already started or completed, unless pre-approved as emergency or phased work
• Repairs or upgrades required by by-law, standards, or enforcement orders

Eligible geographic areas

• Town of Caledon, Ontario

• New applicants are prioritized over repeat applicants.
• Project conserves the property’s cultural heritage value.
• Contractors have heritage property experience.
• Use of historically appropriate materials and finishes.
• Alignment with Town conservation priorities and applicable standards.

• Step 1: Review eligibility and consult Heritage staff
  • Confirm the proposed work is eligible before applying.
  • Pre-consultation is required for Special Project applicants.
• Step 2: Complete the application
  • Fill out the form and prepare all required supporting materials.
  • Include project details, photos, drawings, and contractor quotes.
• Step 3: Submit the application
  • Submit online, by email, by mail, or in person to Heritage staff.
  • Applications may also be submitted on paper copy.
• Step 4: Wait for review and decision
  • Heritage staff review completeness and may request missing information.
  • The Grant Review Group and Council make the final decision.

• Applications are screened for completeness by Heritage staff.
• Eligible applications are reviewed by the Grant Review Group and then by Council.
• Applicants are notified of Council’s decision by email or letter.
• Funding is released only after the work is completed, inspected, and paid invoices are submitted.

• Pre-consultation with Heritage staff is encouraged before applying.
• Special Project applicants must complete pre-consultation before applying.
• Applicants may need a site visit during review.
• Funding is subject to available funds.