Main Street Revitalization Planning Program
Accepting applications
Deadline
2026-04-30, closing soon
Deadline Details
Dates of Northern Development's intake structure will remain consistent on an annual basis and will be January 31, April 30 and July 31 at 11:59 pm.
Funder
Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT)
Funding Organization Type
- Trust
Funding Range
- Small (up to $50K)
Eligible Community
- Local Governments
Eligible Project Activities
- Project Planning
Main Streets are at the heart of our communities and local economies. The Main Street Revitalization Planning grant provides funding to local governments to complete downtown revitalization planning that results in community wide vision for the downtown and action plan that identifies policies, programs, and capital improvements that achieve the community’s vision.
Range of Funding Available per Project
- Small (up to $50K)
Description of Funding
One-time grant funding per local government or regional district electoral area up to $20,000 to a maximum of 50% of the eligible project budget to support the costs related to completing a comprehensive long-range downtown revitalization plan.
Percentage of Project Funded
Up to $20,000 up to a maximum of 50% of the eligible project budget.
Eligible Costs
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Consulting fees
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Consultant travel costs directly associated with completion of the study
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Meeting room/AV rental costs directly associated with community, businesses and/or industry engagement
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External printing costs directly associated with producing a final report
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Cost of obtaining research material (industry reports, peer-reviewed journals) directly relevant to the study may be eligible
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PST
Ineligible Costs
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GST
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Costs incurred (work started and/or deposits paid) prior to signing an agreement with Northern Development
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Food/beverage costs
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Staff travel or wages
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Staff and administration costs
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Training for local government staff
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Routine or ongoing operating and/or planning costs
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Capital costs
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Purchase of software or subscription services
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Website updates
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Elements of the project that include updates to official community plans, zoning and other bylaws
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Volunteer labour and donation
Reporting Requirements
Final report only