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Town of Parry Sound Façade Improvement Program
Funding for business façade upgrades in Parry Sound
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Parry Sound, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program provides funding of up to $25,000 per applicant each calendar year to support façade improvements in the Town of Parry Sound. It helps businesses improve building fronts, signage, lighting, landscaping, heritage plaques, and related design or permit fees.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Parry Sound
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Primary building façade improvements
- Secondary building façade improvements
- Outdoor signage improvements
- Landscape improvements
- Heritage signage improvements and historic plaques
Documents Needed
- Completed grant application
- Written owner authorization, if the applicant is a tenant
- Paid invoices and receipts for completed approved work
- Supporting drawings or plans, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial building owners in the Town of Parry Sound
- Tenants of commercial buildings in the Town of Parry Sound
Who is not eligible
- Residential-commercial buildings outside the Downtown Business Association boundary
- Applicants who have already started the work before approval
Eligible expenses
- Design drawings, artist renderings, elevation drawings, and architectural plans
- Site plan drawings
- Facade, sign, heritage sign, lighting, and landscape improvements
- Building permit application fees
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work started before application review and approval
- Applications for additional funding before prior improvements are completed
Eligible geographic areas
- Town of Parry Sound
- Downtown Business Association boundary, for mixed-use buildings
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Application Review Committee and then recommended to Council.
- The Town confirms there are no tax arrears or outstanding orders on the property.
- A site visit may be requested to assess the application.
- Approved applicants receive a Letter of Agreement that must be signed and returned within 30 days.
- Completed work is inspected before the final payment is issued.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by the Application Review Committee and then forwarded to Council.
- A Letter of Agreement must be signed and returned within 30 days of approval.
- All required municipal permits must be obtained before work begins.
- Completed work is inspected for compliance before final payment.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Town of Parry Sound Façade Improvement Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Town of Parry Sound Façade Improvement 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 Parry Sound Façade Improvement Program?
The program provides funding of up to $25,000 per applicant each calendar year to support façade improvements in the Town of Parry Sound. It helps businesses improve building fronts, signage, lighting, landscaping, heritage plaques, and related design or permit fees.
How much funding can be received?
Town of Parry Sound Façade Improvement Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Town of Parry Sound Façade Improvement Program program?
To be eligible for the Town of Parry Sound Façade Improvement Program program, you must:
Business operating in Parry Sound.
Eligible façade improvement project.
No tax arrears or outstanding orders.
What expenses are eligible under Town of Parry Sound Façade Improvement Program?
Primary building façade improvements
Secondary building façade improvements
Outdoor signage improvements
Landscape improvements
Heritage signage improvements and historic plaques
Who can I contact for more information about the Town of Parry Sound Façade Improvement Program?
You can contact Town of Parry Sound by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Town of Parry Sound Façade Improvement Program available?
The Town of Parry Sound Façade Improvement Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Town of Parry Sound Façade Improvement Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Town of Parry Sound Façade Improvement Program is a Grant and Funding