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Town of Amherstburg — Pathway to Potential Recreation Assistance Program
Discounted recreation program support for low-income residents
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program covers 90% of recreation program registration fees for eligible Amherstburg residents with low income. It supports eligible recreation, culture, arts, sport, physical, and camp activities offered by municipal recreation departments and approved service organizations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Amherstburg
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Recreation, culture, and arts programs.
- Sport, physical activity, and camp programs.
- Programs lasting at least five weeks with at least one session per week.
- Camps or specialty camps lasting at least five consecutive days.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form.
- Proof of household net income.
- Income documents such as NOA, GST/HST credit notice, OTB notice, OW statement, ODSP statement, or CCB/OCB notice where applicable.
- CUAET document for Ukrainian visitors, if applicable.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residents of Amherstburg.
- Low-income households.
- Individuals registering for eligible recreation, culture, arts, sport, physical, or camp programs.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants for competitive activities.
- Applicants for travel teams, fitness centre orientations, personal training, or private lessons.
Eligible expenses
- Program registration fees for eligible recreation, culture, arts, sport, physical, and camp programs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Equipment and material costs.
- Competitive activities.
- Travel teams.
- Fitness centre orientations, personal training, and private lessons.
Eligible geographic areas
- Amherstburg, Ontario.
- Windsor-Essex County for approved service organizations.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the local Recreation department.
- Approval depends on local demand and available budgets.
- Payment may be sent directly to the program provider or reimbursed after payment.
Additional information
- Residents must reapply each year with updated documents.
- Ontario Works recipients are automatically renewed.
- Approved funding must be used within the calendar year.
- Changes in circumstances must be reported within 30 days.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Town of Amherstburg — Pathway to Potential Recreation Assistance Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Town of Amherstburg — Pathway to Potential Recreation Assistance 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 Amherstburg — Pathway to Potential Recreation Assistance Program?
The program covers 90% of recreation program registration fees for eligible Amherstburg residents with low income. It supports eligible recreation, culture, arts, sport, physical, and camp activities offered by municipal recreation departments and approved service organizations.
How much funding can be received?
Town of Amherstburg — Pathway to Potential Recreation Assistance Program Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Town of Amherstburg — Pathway to Potential Recreation Assistance Program program?
To be eligible for the Town of Amherstburg — Pathway to Potential Recreation Assistance Program program, you must:
Amherstburg resident.
Low-income household.
Proof of income required.
What expenses are eligible under Town of Amherstburg — Pathway to Potential Recreation Assistance Program?
Recreation, culture, and arts programs.
Sport, physical activity, and camp programs.
Programs lasting at least five weeks with at least one session per week.
Camps or specialty camps lasting at least five consecutive days.
Who can I contact for more information about the Town of Amherstburg — Pathway to Potential Recreation Assistance Program?
You can contact Town of Amherstburg by email at P2P@amherstburg.ca or by phone at (519) 736-5712.
Where is the Town of Amherstburg — Pathway to Potential Recreation Assistance Program available?
The Town of Amherstburg — Pathway to Potential Recreation Assistance Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Town of Amherstburg — Pathway to Potential Recreation Assistance Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Town of Amherstburg — Pathway to Potential Recreation Assistance Program is a Grant and Funding