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Township of Centre Wellington Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Programs
Financial incentives for community improvement projects
Last Update: May 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program offers Township incentives to support community improvement projects in Centre Wellington. Funding includes grants, tax assistance, and development charge deferrals for eligible studies, building upgrades, façade improvements, rental housing, brownfield remediation, and related projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Location
- 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
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Feasibility studies, design studies, and architectural drawings.
- Façade, building, and property improvement projects.
- Rental housing renovation, conversion, infill, and new unit creation.
- Brownfield remediation and redevelopment projects.
- Downtown Fergus lighting installation projects.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Supporting documents required for the selected program
- Project description
- Work plan and cost estimate, when requested
- Proof of payment and invoices for reimbursement
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners within the CIP area.
- Tenants within the CIP area, for eligible programs.
- Property owners only, for the Study Grant Program.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants for projects outside the Community Improvement Project Area.
- Applicants who started eligible work before applying.
- Applicants on lands outside the Township’s Urban Boundary, where not specifically allowed.
Eligible expenses
- Professional studies, plans, and drawings.
- Façade, property, and building improvement works.
- Rental housing construction or renovation costs.
- Lighting equipment and professional installation.
- Environmental remediation and related site work.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Studies done only for purchase or sale due diligence.
- Retroactive work started before application approval.
- Projects on lands outside the eligible area, except where specifically allowed.
- Excavation, transport, or disposal of uncontaminated soil under Brownfield TAP.
Eligible geographic areas
- Township of Centre Wellington.
- Central Business Districts of Elora-Salem and Fergus.
- Highway Commercial, Industrial, Mixed Use, Residential, Residential Transition, Prime Agriculture, Rural Employment Area, and Hamlet Area sub-areas.
- St. Andrew Street West between Tower Street and St. David Street North in Fergus.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are screened by Township staff before acceptance.
- Eligible applications are reviewed and evaluated by staff and the CIP Committee or Council delegate.
- Approval is confirmed in writing and requires a grant agreement.
- After completion, the Township verifies the work and supporting proof before payment.
- Staff may monitor the project and require compliance with the agreement.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- A mandatory pre-consultation meeting is required before applying.
- Some programs can be combined if the project is eligible.
- No application fee is charged.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Township of Centre Wellington Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Programs Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Township of Centre Wellington Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Programs. 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 Township of Centre Wellington Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Programs?
This program offers Township incentives to support community improvement projects in Centre Wellington. Funding includes grants, tax assistance, and development charge deferrals for eligible studies, building upgrades, façade improvements, rental housing, brownfield remediation, and related projects.
How much funding can be received?
Township of Centre Wellington Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Programs Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Township of Centre Wellington Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Programs program?
To be eligible for the Township of Centre Wellington Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Programs program, you must:
Property must be in the CIP area.
Project must match an eligible program.
Application must be filed before work starts.
What expenses are eligible under Township of Centre Wellington Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Programs?
Feasibility studies, design studies, and architectural drawings.
Façade, building, and property improvement projects.
Rental housing renovation, conversion, infill, and new unit creation.
Brownfield remediation and redevelopment projects.
Downtown Fergus lighting installation projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Township of Centre Wellington Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Programs?
You can contact Township of Centre Wellington by email at economicdevelopment@centrewellington.ca or by phone at 519.846.9691 x304.
Where is the Township of Centre Wellington Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Programs available?
The Township of Centre Wellington Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Programs program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Township of Centre Wellington Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Programs a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Township of Centre Wellington Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Programs is a Grant and Funding