Funding to Support Active Living Infrastructure Projects in Ontario (Canada)
GrantID: 73925
Grant Funding Amount Low: $50,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $50,000
Summary
This funding opportunity supports community-driven projects across a specific Canadian province, aiming to enhance public infrastructure and promote active, outdoor lifestyles. The goal is to facilitate vital, inclusive improvements in public spaces that encourage physical activity, social connection, and long-term well-being.
Eligible applicants include local organizations—such as school councils, neighborhood associations, municipal groups, and other nonprofit community-focused entities—proposing new infrastructure projects that directly benefit the public. Priority is given to broad-access installations that do not require memberships or ongoing fees, ensuring equitable enjoyment by all residents.
The types of projects supported are diverse, ranging from outdoor fitness areas and walking or cycling pathways, to playground upgrades, recreational rinks, and skate parks. Funding is designed to cover substantial project costs—providing significant funds to support construction, equipment, and implementation—while encouraging durable, high-impact results that will serve communities for years.
Funding is distributed regionally to ensure equitable access across the province. Each designated region receives one allocation per cycle, which helps smaller or more remote communities compete alongside larger urban centers. The amount awarded is substantial enough to transform local infrastructure, while being manageable for mid-size projects proposed by grassroots groups.
Applications open annually in spring, allowing applicants to plan and develop proposals during the summer. The submission timeline is clear and firm, with decisions announced well before the beginning of the next calendar year. This schedule provides organizations sufficient time to prepare, budget, and execute their projects in a timely manner.
In essence, this grant offers a meaningful opportunity for community organizations across this province to bring active public spaces to life. By supporting new outdoor amenities that welcome all ages and abilities, it encourages healthier lifestyles and stronger social bonds in neighborhoods throughout the region.
Organizations and individuals based in Ontario who are engaged in Community Development & Services may be eligible to apply for this funding opportunity. To discover more grants that align with your mission and objectives, visit The Grant Portal and explore listings using the Search Grant tool.
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