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Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program
Commemorative plaques for eligible local figures
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program supports commemorative plaques for eligible individuals or groups associated with a building. The program covers plaque production and installation and includes nominations for historically significant buildings and public commemoration events.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
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
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Commemorative blue plaques for eligible individuals.
- Commemorative blue plaques for groups associated with one building.
- Plaques for buildings with historical significance for a group of individuals.
Documents Needed
- Completed nomination form
- Photograph(s) of the building
- Signed property owner consent form
- Brief biography and achievements summary
- Supporting references, attachments, or links
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals proposing a plaque nomination.
- Organizations representing a nominee.
- Property owners or their authorized agents.
Eligible expenses
- Production of the blue plaque.
- Installation of the blue plaque.
Eligible geographic areas
- Township of North Glengarry, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Biographical and address evidence supporting the nomination.
- Contribution, recognition, or distinction of the nominee.
- Historical significance of the building or association with the nominee.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review eligibility and contact Township staff
- Confirm the candidate has not already been commemorated.
- Discuss the idea with Township staff before submitting.
- Step 2: Complete the nomination package
- Fill in the nomination form.
- Provide the building address and supporting description.
- Attach required photographs and supporting information.
- Step 3: Obtain consent
- Get the property owner’s consent signature.
- Complete the owner information if the property is not yours.
- Step 4: Submit the nomination
- Send the completed materials to the Township of North Glengarry.
Processing and Agreement
- The nomination is first checked and researched for biographical and address evidence.
- If the nomination is valid, it is reviewed by the Township’s Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee.
- The committee may approve the nomination, request more research, or turn it down.
- Unveilings and special events are organized with the proposer and external supporters.
Additional information
- Alternative format is available upon request.
- Only one plaque is erected per person.
- No more than two plaques are allowed on one building.
- Submissions may be subject to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program Program
What is the Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program?
The Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program supports commemorative plaques for eligible individuals or groups associated with a building. The program covers plaque production and installation and includes nominations for historically significant buildings and public commemoration events.
Who is eligible for the Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program program?
To be eligible for the Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program program, you must:
Candidate must have died at least 20 years ago.
Building must still be standing.
Publicly visible plaque location required.
What expenses are eligible under Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program?
Commemorative blue plaques for eligible individuals.
Commemorative blue plaques for groups associated with one building.
Plaques for buildings with historical significance for a group of individuals.
Who can I contact for more information about the Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program?
You can contact Township of North Glengarry by email at ecdev@northglengarry.ca or by phone at 613-525-1313.
Where is the Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program available?
The Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program?
Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program is funded by Township of North Glengarry