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Town of Penetanguishene — Community Improvement Plan
Downtown property improvement funding
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500 - $ 45,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Penetanguishene, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports property improvement projects in the Town of Penetanguishene’s downtown area. It offers grants and loans for eligible façade, signage, building, housing, landscaping, planning, and redevelopment work.
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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 expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 45,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,500 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Location
- Penetanguishene
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Downtown façade improvement work.
- Signage improvement projects.
- Building improvement and renovation projects.
- Affordable housing unit creation or conversion.
- Landscaping, property improvement, and redevelopment projects.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial property owners.
- Institutional property owners.
- Mixed-use property owners.
Who is not eligible
- Buildings used solely for residential purposes for the Building Improvement and Renovation Program.
Eligible expenses
- Façade repairs and material replacement, including awnings, canopies, lighting, and accessibility features.
- Signage replacement, repair, improvement, and removal of old signage when replaced.
- Building code and fire code compliance work, interior accessibility improvements, and residential unit improvements or conversions.
- Landscaping, parking areas, walkways, outdoor seating, and patios.
- Planning-related costs, environmental site assessments, and infrastructure or major addition work.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Lifecycle replacements under the Building Improvement and Renovation Program.
- Buildings used solely for residential purposes under the Building Improvement and Renovation Program.
Eligible geographic areas
- Town of Penetanguishene downtown Community Improvement Project Area.
- Northern precinct.
- Central precinct.
- Southern precinct.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed to confirm property location and program fit.
- Applicants are directed to the full Community Improvement Plan for the application process.
- Funding is provided through grants and loans subject to program rules.
Additional information
- The program applies within the Community Improvement Project Area.
- Applicants must identify the precinct that applies to the property: northern, central, or southern.
- Multiple incentive programs are available under the CIP.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Town of Penetanguishene — Community Improvement Plan Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Town of Penetanguishene — Community Improvement Plan. 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 Penetanguishene — Community Improvement Plan?
This program supports property improvement projects in the Town of Penetanguishene’s downtown area. It offers grants and loans for eligible façade, signage, building, housing, landscaping, planning, and redevelopment work.
How much funding can be received?
Town of Penetanguishene — Community Improvement Plan Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $45,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Town of Penetanguishene — Community Improvement Plan program?
To be eligible for the Town of Penetanguishene — Community Improvement Plan program, you must:
Property must be in the CIP area.
Precinct must be identified.
Project must fit a CIP program.
What expenses are eligible under Town of Penetanguishene — Community Improvement Plan?
Downtown façade improvement work.
Signage improvement projects.
Building improvement and renovation projects.
Affordable housing unit creation or conversion.
Landscaping, property improvement, and redevelopment projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Town of Penetanguishene — Community Improvement Plan?
You can contact Town of Penetanguishene by email at planning@penetanguishene.ca or by phone at 705-549-7453.
Where is the Town of Penetanguishene — Community Improvement Plan available?
The Town of Penetanguishene — Community Improvement Plan program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Town of Penetanguishene — Community Improvement Plan a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Town of Penetanguishene — Community Improvement Plan is a Grant and Funding