Canada Community Revitalization Fund

Overview of the Canada Community Revitalization Fund program:

Revitalize Downtown Cores and Main Streets: Enhancing the vibrancy and economic activity of central community areas. Reinvent Outdoor Spaces: Developing or improving outdoor facilities to encourage public engagement. Create Green Infrastructure: Investing in environmentally sustainable community projects. Increase Accessibility of Community Spaces: Ensuring public areas are accessible to all community members. Eligible projects include improvements to farmers' markets, community and cultural centers, museums, libraries, public outdoor sports facilities, waterfront and tourism facilities, and multi-purpose centers. Priority is given to projects that are shovel-ready, leverage additional funding, are smaller in scope for quick completion, and demonstrate measurable socio-economic benefits.

Benefits of the Canada Community Revitalization Fund program:

• Economic Recovery: Supports communities in rebounding from the pandemic's effects.
• Job Creation: Stimulates local employment through infrastructure projects.
• Community Engagement: Enhances public spaces to encourage community interaction.
• Environmental Sustainability: Promotes green infrastructure projects.

Eligibility criteria of the Canada Community Revitalization Fund program:

• Eligible Applicants:
• Not-for-profit organizations or charities.
• Municipal or regional governments, or bodies providing infrastructure services to communities.
• Indigenous-led not-for-profits and organizations.
• Other existing community facilities for public benefit that have a local community impact and underpin local economies
• Ineligible Applicants:
• Individuals, businesses, and provincial or territorial governments.
• Project Criteria:
• Aligns with one of the fund's priorities.
• Demonstrates readiness and potential for timely completion.
• Shows measurable socio-economic benefits.