CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program
Run by City of Hamilton
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Explained programs like this one
Up to $500,000
Repayable contributions of up to $500,000 per project (up to 50% of costs) for incorporated small and medium-sized businesses and Indigenous businesses in Northern Ontario that are scaling up, adopting technology or improving productivity. Retail and service businesses and small start-ups are not covered. Applications are assessed as they arrive, but budget is limited.
Up to $5,000,000
Ontario funding for businesses expanding in eastern Ontario (at least 3 years operating, 10+ employees or 5 in rural areas, creating at least 5 jobs, investing at least $500,000 or $200,000 rural): interest-free loans of up to 15% of costs to $5 million, with grants in some cases. Community projects can get grants of up to 50%, to $1.5 million. The next application deadline is January 21, 2027.
Up to $35,000
Hamilton Community Foundation grants for registered charities (or sponsored groups) whose work benefits Hamilton residents. The main Fund Finding Program gives up to $35,000 for programs in health and human services, recreation, education and the environment; it closed October 15, 2026. The Hamilton Spectator Summer Camp Fund ($1,000 to $10,000) opens January 13, 2027.
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