Brownfield Redevelopment Grant

Overview of the Brownfield Redevelopment Grant program:

The Brownfield Redevelopment Grant Program is an initiative by the City of Edmonton to support the cleanup, remediation, and redevelopment of brownfield sites—properties that are underused or vacant due to real or perceived environmental contamination. This program is part of Edmonton's commitment to environmental sustainability, urban revitalization, and smart land use. The goal is to reduce barriers and encourage private investment in transforming these challenged sites into productive spaces that enhance the city’s economy and livability. The grant is designed to support both the assessment and remediation stages of brownfield redevelopment. Eligible activities include environmental site assessments (Phase II and beyond), risk assessments, remediation plans, site remediation activities, and costs related to environmental professional services. This program supports up to 50% of eligible costs, with funding tiers based on the activity type. By improving access to funding and reducing the financial burden of environmental assessments and cleanup, the City aims to make brownfield projects more viable for property owners, developers, and businesses. The grant aligns with the City Plan and Edmonton’s goals for sustainable development, climate resilience, and economic diversification.

Benefits of the Brownfield Redevelopment Grant program:

• Reduces costs for environmental site assessments and remediation
• Encourages redevelopment of contaminated or underutilized urban land
• Supports sustainability and smart growth principles in Edmonton
• Enhances property values and neighborhood revitalization
• Helps applicants comply with environmental regulations
• Facilitates private investment in redevelopment and infill projects
• Can be stacked with other funding or incentives when applicable
• Enables better risk management through expert environmental consultation

Eligibility criteria of the Brownfield Redevelopment Grant program:

• Property owners of brownfield sites within the City of Edmonton
• Developers and organizations with legal authority to conduct assessments/remediation
• Applicants must not have caused the contamination (i.e., must be an innocent owner)
• The property must be located within the City of Edmonton limits
• There must be intent to redevelop the site for commercial, residential, industrial, or mixed-use purposes
• Projects must not have commenced prior to the grant approval
• Environmental activities must comply with applicable provincial/federal regulations
• Preference may be given to sites in priority redevelopment areas identified by the city