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York Region Water Saving and Protection Incentives For Businesses
Funding for business water-saving improvements
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
York Region supports businesses with water-saving incentives and source water protection funding. Eligible activities include water-efficient equipment upgrades, water-saving retrofits, and projects that reduce risks to municipal drinking water sources.
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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 adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 85% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Accommodation and food services
- 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
- Water-saving retrofits and upgrades.
- Replacement of inefficient equipment with water-efficient equipment.
- Projects that reduce risks to municipal drinking water sources.
- New residential developments seeking LEED-related water and wastewater servicing credits.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Industrial, commercial and institutional businesses.
- Businesses with water-intensive facilities.
- New residential high-rise developments for the LEED-related program.
Who is not eligible
- Businesses outside York Region.
- Businesses not connected to a municipal water supply.
Eligible expenses
- Water-saving retrofits and equipment replacements.
- Projects that reduce risks to drinking water sources.
- Water-use profile and business case support.
Eligible geographic areas
- York Region.
- Wellhead Protection Areas A through C.
- Local municipalities within York Region.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed to confirm eligibility.
- For some programs, a funding agreement is drafted after eligibility is confirmed.
- Some funding is subject to annual availability and first-come, first-served access.
Additional information
- First-come, first-served basis for some funding.
- Annual funding availability may limit support.
- A funding agreement is drafted after eligibility is confirmed for some programs.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the York Region Water Saving and Protection Incentives For Businesses Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the York Region Water Saving and Protection Incentives For Businesses. 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 York Region Water Saving and Protection Incentives For Businesses?
York Region supports businesses with water-saving incentives and source water protection funding. Eligible activities include water-efficient equipment upgrades, water-saving retrofits, and projects that reduce risks to municipal drinking water sources.
How much funding can be received?
York Region Water Saving and Protection Incentives For Businesses Funds up to 85% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the York Region Water Saving and Protection Incentives For Businesses program?
To be eligible for the York Region Water Saving and Protection Incentives For Businesses program, you must:
Located in York Region.
Connected to municipal water.
ICI or eligible property type.
What expenses are eligible under York Region Water Saving and Protection Incentives For Businesses?
Water-saving retrofits and upgrades.
Replacement of inefficient equipment with water-efficient equipment.
Projects that reduce risks to municipal drinking water sources.
New residential developments seeking LEED-related water and wastewater servicing credits.
Who can I contact for more information about the York Region Water Saving and Protection Incentives For Businesses?
You can contact Regional Municipality of York by email at WaterConservation@york.ca or by phone at 1-877-464-9675.
Where is the York Region Water Saving and Protection Incentives For Businesses available?
The York Region Water Saving and Protection Incentives For Businesses program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the York Region Water Saving and Protection Incentives For Businesses a grant, loan, or tax credit?
York Region Water Saving and Protection Incentives For Businesses is a Other Support