Heritage

The City has grant opportunities available for eligible heritage projects, as specified in the Heritage Fund Bylaw. Projects must involve:

• Restoration of heritage properties
• Enhancement of heritage properties
• Renovation of heritage properties to meet code requirements
• Increasing public awareness of heritage issues
• Other purposes as specified by Council

Funding for projects that involve physical restoration of heritage properties is administered through the City’s Heritage Restoration Incentive Policy. Incentives can be awarded in the amount of up to $20,000 to cover up to 50% of project costs. Applications are considered for properties and buildings that have received Municipal Historic Site designation, and those in the process of receiving designation. To be eligible, properties must be listed on the Heritage Registry and must be owned by individuals, groups, or organizations (properties owned by governments will not be considered). Eligibility is renewed every 10 years.

• Incentive Application Form (due by April 1st of each year)
• Information Pamphlet

There is no application form for applications that relate to heritage events and activities. Contact Planning and Sustainability Services to discuss a potential project. Funding recognition must follow specifications listed in the City’s Grantmaking Policy.