Stream 1: Repair and Rehabilitation

Overview

This stream supports projects that:

• extend the lifespan of existing facilities
• maximize the use of existing facilities (for example, use of space, increasing hours of operation, enhancing functionality and/or participation rates)
• improve health and safety, accessibility and environment standards of facilities (for example, access to facility or field of play, lower operating costs, etc.)

Refer to the Stream 1 project guidelines for full details.

Important dates

Eligibility

Applicants

Eligible applicants include:

• municipalities
• Indigenous communities and organizations
• local services boards
• not-for-profit organizations

Projects

Examples of eligible projects include:

• critical facility repairs (for example, repairing roofs, fixing structural defects)
• installing heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems
• resurfacing playing fields
• installing new arena boards and glass
• pool repairs
• expanding/retrofitting change rooms to accommodate programming
• replacing playground equipment for safety or accessibility

Funding

You could get between $150,000 to $1 million. All projects must be completed within 24 months of entering a Transfer Payment Agreement with the province.

Provincial cost-sharing

• up to 90% for Indigenous communities and organizations
• up to 50% for municipalities, local services boards and not-for-profit organizations

Under unique and exceptional circumstances, we may consider a provincial contribution of up to 70% of eligible project costs for not-for-profit organizations, local services boards or municipalities with a population of less than 20,000.

Expenses

Eligible project expenses include:

• development costs associated with construction
• project management costs
• transportation and delivery costs
• fixed equipment and technology costs
• construction and/or renovation costs
• costs to purchase, produce and install Ontario Builds signage at the project site

Stacking

You may not use other Ontario provincial funding for the project.

Successful recipients (and their partners, if applicable) must cover all remaining project expenses.

How to apply

The application process is administered through Transfer Payment Ontario.

1. Create a My Ontario Account and register for Transfer Payment Ontario.
2. Log in to Transfer Payment Ontario.
3. Click on “Submit for Funding” and select the CSRIF Stream 1: Repair and Rehabilitation.
4. Review or complete sections in the online application as per the guidelines.
5. Attach all required documents.
6. Submit your application.

Note for new registrants

If this is your first time creating a My Ontario account, it may take up to 5 business days to get access to the Transfer Payment Ontario system.

Register your organization and submit your request to access Transfer Payment Ontario well in advance of the program submission deadline. This will ensure you can submit your application on time.

Required documents

You must include the following documentation with your application:

• completed application form
• audited financial statements (except municipalities)
• proof of ownership or lease (except for on-reserve projects by Indigenous communities)
• proof of legal status (except municipalities)
• board motion/endorsement/resolution
• partnership agreements (if applicable)
• request for special consideration form (if applicable)

Refer to the Stream 1 program guidelines for details.

Optional supporting documents

We strongly encourage you to support your application with additional documentation:

• plans, designs and details
• financial resources, quotes and estimates
• letters of support

After you apply

After you submit your application, you will receive an auto-generated confirmation email from Transfer Payment Ontario. If you have not received a confirmation email within 48 hours of your submission, contact TPON Client Care.

All correspondence will be sent to the primary contact listed in your application. Make sure the contact information is correct, including a phone number and email address, so we can keep you informed about your application status.

Selection process

To determine compliance and suitability with the funding criteria, the ministry will:

• confirm eligibility and undertake due diligence checks for all applicants
• confirm the project meets basic funding requirements and is achievable within the program timelines
• undertake a risk assessment and financial assessment of the applicant to confirm their capacity to manage the proposed project

The ministry will then review and assess all eligible applications against the following criteria:

• community need
• community support
• economic impact
• addressing a gap in services
• operating/financial capacity
• value for money

If you are not approved

We will notify you about the decision by email.

If you are approved

If you are a successful applicant, we will email you a conditional letter that states the approved funding amount for your project.

You will need to meet several obligations, including:

• confirming in writing that project financing has been secured from all identified sources
• signing a transfer payment agreement with the Ministry of Sport
• providing a certificate of insurance that indicates you carry at least $2 million commercial general liability insurance coverage for the duration of the agreement
• installing Ontario Builds signage for the duration of the project
• reporting on the use of the funds, project stage deliverables and outcomes achieved
• permitting the ministry to verify or audit all information submitted