Destination Infrastructure & Active Transportation Grant

Applications open in February 2026. Do you have what you need to submit a complete application?

*Note: all necessary quotes, project plans, and designs must be provided before an application can be approved.

• Confirm your proposed project location is with an eligible CIPA (see below)
• Confirm your planned project meets the eligible project components (see below)
• Review the applicable community branding guidelines to ensure your project meets the guides (see below)
• Obtain all necessary municipal and / or County permits
• Obtain quotes from contractors for materials and / or labour
• Obtain designs / renderings / inspirations of the project for a visual scope
• Ensure project work can be completed by October 31 of the calendar year

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the grant:

• The applicant must be a municipality or not-for-profit with a focus or mandate to service visitors.
• The project must be within Bruce County boundaries and at a core visitor attraction or an area determined by an active transportation plan.
• The applicant must submit a letter of support from the local municipality or local council.
• The project must comply with local municipal bylaws and have received appropriate permits and permissions.
• The application is different from any funded projects completed in the last five years.
• Project work must not have started (including purchasing any materials) until the application has been approved.

Max Funding: 

• 50% of total project cost (excluding taxes) up to $2,500.

Eligible Projects