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Waterloo Sustainability and Climate Resilience Grant
Supports projects in the Uptown CIP area
Latest source updateLast Update: August 14, 2026Latest change: The Apply for a Community Improvement Grant page now shows the form starting at Step 1, with the pre-application guidance, document checklist, and grant cap note no longer visible.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 14, 2026
Latest change: The Apply for a Community Improvement Grant page now shows the form starting at Step 1, with the pre-application guidance, document checklist, and grant cap note no longer visible.
Application guidance updated
The Apply for a Community Improvement Grant page now opens directly at Step 1 contact fields, and the “Before you apply” guidance is no longer visible. The supporting-document checklist has also been removed, and the grant cap / stackability note is no longer shown. These changes affect how applicants are guided through the form and what information they are told to prepare before starting. The page also now shows updated contact-field entry behavior at the start of the application.
Funding available
$ 10,000
Deadline
October 31, 2026
Opened May 1, 2026
Location
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The City of Waterloo's Community Improvement Grant supports property owners, tenants, and authorized agents in the Uptown CIP Project Area, with total grant support capped at $25,000 per property. Applications are reviewed first come, first served, and Tax Increment Equivalent Grants under the Major Activity Grant Program cannot be combined with other Uptown CIP grants.
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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 : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Waterloo
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Proof of ownership of the property, or a letter of owner authorization if you do not own the property
- A copy of the dated lease for the rental property if you are applying as a tenant
- Copies of any ongoing permit applications or issued permits
- Studies or audits, cost estimates or quotes from contractors or consultants, and concept drawings, plans and elevations
- Photos of existing property conditions
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered property owners
- Tenant businesses
- An assignee or agent with the written consent of the property owner
Eligible geographic areas
- Uptown CIP Project Area
Selection criteria
- Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
How to apply
- Confirm eligibility.
- Email cip@waterloo.ca to schedule a pre-consultation with Economic Development staff.
- Prepare your supporting documents.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Waterloo Sustainability and Climate Resilience Grant Program
What is the Waterloo Sustainability and Climate Resilience Grant?
The City of Waterloo's Community Improvement Grant supports property owners, tenants, and authorized agents in the Uptown CIP Project Area, with total grant support capped at $25,000 per property. Applications are reviewed first come, first served, and Tax Increment Equivalent Grants under the Major Activity Grant Program cannot be combined with other Uptown CIP grants.
How much funding can be received?
Waterloo Sustainability and Climate Resilience Grant Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is October 31, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Waterloo Sustainability and Climate Resilience Grant program?
To be eligible for the Waterloo Sustainability and Climate Resilience Grant program, you must:
The property must be fully within the Uptown CIP Project Area.
The applicant must be a property owner, tenant, or authorized agent.
No project works may have started for the work being claimed.
Who can I contact for more information about the Waterloo Sustainability and Climate Resilience Grant?
You can contact City of Waterloo by email at cip@waterloo.ca or by phone at 519-747-8706.
Where is the Waterloo Sustainability and Climate Resilience Grant available?
The Waterloo Sustainability and Climate Resilience Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Waterloo Sustainability and Climate Resilience Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Waterloo Sustainability and Climate Resilience Grant is a Grant and Funding