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Waiver of Fees Program
Fee waivers for eligible community events
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- Funding available
- $ 2,500
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program waives municipal facility booking fees for eligible not-for-profit organizations in Kingston. It supports free community events, programs, and fundraising activities that benefit the public or vulnerable populations, with a maximum waiver of $2,500 per calendar year.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $2,500
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Kingston
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs, Social Services, Economic, Social and Community Development, Civic and Advocacy Organizations, Not Elsewhere Classified
- Target groups
- General public, Nonprofits / charities
- Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
- Scope
- Local
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Registered charities
Who is not eligible
- Individuals and unincorporated community groups
- Commercial and for-profit organizations
- Organizations with political affiliation
- Organizations that require participation in religious activities
- Educational institutions
Eligible expenses
- Fees for municipal facility bookings
- Related rental fees, including municipal equipment, materials, and personnel costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Events or programs that charge an admission fee
- Alcohol-related activities
- Fundraising activities benefiting one or more organizations
- Activities already funded through municipal grants or municipal operating funding for rental costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Kingston, Ontario
Activities funded
- Free special events open to the public
- Free programs benefiting vulnerable populations
- Fundraising events that return funds to a City of Kingston program or service
How to apply
- Step 1: Review policy and confirm eligibility
- Read the City of Kingston Waiver of Fees Policy.
- Check the eligible and ineligible categories carefully.
- Step 2: Complete booking request
- Fill out the facility, park, or equipment booking request form.
- Wait for City staff to confirm availability and send the booking permit.
- Step 3: Submit waiver application
- Complete the Waiver of Fees application form.
- Submit it at least 90 calendar days before the booking start date.
- Step 4: Receive decision and confirm booking
- Wait for the decision from the City.
- If approved, complete the booking process and sign the permit.
Documents Needed
- Completed Waiver of Fees application form
- Booking request form or booking permit
- Insurance certificate
- Supporting documents, if requested
Selection criteria
- Completeness of the application
- Eligibility of the organization and activity
- Community or public benefit
- Benefit to a vulnerable population
- Alignment with City priorities and financial need
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed individually by the appropriate departmental director or designate.
- Applications are assessed for completeness, eligibility, community benefit, City priority alignment, insurance, and financial need.
- The director recommends a full, partial, or no waiver to the Commissioner.
- Final approval is made by the City Treasurer.
- Applicants are notified within 15 calendar days of receiving a complete application.
Additional information
- Applicants may submit supporting documents with the application.
- Only one waiver can be received per calendar year.
- Applicants are notified of the decision within 15 calendar days after a complete application is submitted.
- If approved, the booking must be confirmed within 15 calendar days.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Waiver of Fees Program Program
What is the Waiver of Fees Program?
This program waives municipal facility booking fees for eligible not-for-profit organizations in Kingston. It supports free community events, programs, and fundraising activities that benefit the public or vulnerable populations, with a maximum waiver of $2,500 per calendar year.
How much funding can be received?
Waiver of Fees Program Funds up to $2,500 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Waiver of Fees Program program?
To be eligible for the Waiver of Fees Program program, you must:
Not-for-profit organization
Serving Kingston
Free public event or program
What expenses are eligible under Waiver of Fees Program?
Fees for municipal facility bookings
Related rental fees, including municipal equipment, materials, and personnel costs
Who can I contact for more information about the Waiver of Fees Program?
You can contact City of Kingston by email at facilitybooking@cityofkingston.ca.
Where is the Waiver of Fees Program available?
The Waiver of Fees Program program is available the province of Ontario.