Spruce the Bruce Launching February 1 with Over $125,000 in Funds Available to Businesses and Community Partners

Bruce County is excited to collaborate with their local municipalities to bring back their Community Development program, Spruce the Bruce, for the 16th year. Launching on February 1, 2025, the program provides grant funding to revitalize and grow local downtown businesses and communities.
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Bruce County is excited to collaborate with their local municipalities to bring back their Community Development program, Spruce the Bruce, for the 16th year. Launching on February 1, 2025, the program provides grant funding to revitalize and grow local downtown businesses and communities. 

“The Spruce the Bruce Program continues to empower businesses, property owners and local partners throughout Bruce County,” says Bruce County Warden, Luke Charbonneau. “This program fosters growth, innovation and a shared sense of pride in our unique communities.”

This year, eligible businesses and property owners from all eight Bruce County municipalities are able to access all thirteen of the Spruce the Bruce grants. Municipalities have worked to update their Community Improvement Plans which has opened these funding opportunities. Eligible applicants can receive funding covering up to 50% of eligible costs (excluding taxes), up to a set maximum per grant.

“We are proud to be able to support the growth and revitalization of local businesses and communities through the Spruce the Bruce program” says Bruce County Economic Development Manager, Jeff Loney. “Spruce the Bruce allows us to build stronger, more welcoming communities for residents and visitors alike.”

For 2025, properties that have previously received Spruce the Bruce funding may also be eligible for additional support for new projects. Funding is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so early applications are encouraged. 

Learn more about the grant criteria below and online at sprucethebruce.com.

Grants available for eligible businesses and property owners:


Note: Properties must be located within a Community Improvement Project Area (CIPA) identified in an active Community Improvement Plan (CIP).

Grants available for eligible municipalities, community partners, not-for-profits and charitable organizations: 


Note: Communities must have a community brand toolkit in place to be eligible.

Apply to Spruce the Bruce today.

For program information connect with:
Lindsey McLean
Business Development Coordinator, Planning and Development
Bruce County
226-909-2860 or info@sprucethebruce.com