Apply for a Community Improvement Grant

Before you apply:

1. Confirm eligibility

• Your property is fully within the Uptown CIP Project Area.
• You are a property owner, tenant, or authorized agent.
• No project works have started that you wish to claim under this application.

2. Book a pre-application discussion

• email cip@waterloo.ca to schedule a pre-consultation with Economic Development staff
• the meeting will confirm program and project eligibility and available funding
• we will review your proposed scope of work, including if any permits or approvals may be required as part of your supporting documents (IPPW - Planning and Building)

3. Prepare your supporting documents

• Photos of existing conditions
• Concept drawings / plans (where applicable)
• Cost estimate(s) from bona fide contractors / consultants
• Copies of approved permits (where applicable)
• Studies / audits (if required)
• Any heritage property documentation (if applicable)

Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to available funding approved by Council. Total grant support (excluding the Major Activity Grant Program) is capped at $25,000 per property. Tax Increment Equivalent Grants (TIEGs) under the Major Activity Grant Program cannot be combined with other Uptown CIP grants.

Step 1 - Applicant and contact information