Temiskaming Shores Development Corporation (TSDC)
Community Business Improvement Grant Program

The TSDC approved the Community Business Improvement Grant Policy and associated forms at the April 14, 2025 regular TSDC meeting, resolution 2025-016. 

The Community Business Improvement Grant Program Policy establishes eligibility requirements and ensures that funds are made available, distributed and accounted for in a fair and transparent manner. The goal of the Community Business Improvement Grant Program is to encourage sustainable growth and development within the City of Temiskaming Shores. This Grant Program demonstrates that the City is committed to working with individuals and business by providing financial assistance for projects that will benefit the community and enhance quality of life of Temiskaming Shores Citizens.

The City of Temiskaming Shores Council will consider an annual allocation of funds to the Temiskaming Shores Development Corporation within the City of Temiskaming Shores Operating Budget. The Temiskaming Shores Development Corporation will dedicate the funds primarily to the Community Business Improvement Grant Program.

Questions or concerns in regards to the TSDC Community Business Improvement Grant Program should be directed to:
ATTN: James Franks, TSDC
City of Temiskaming Shores
Phone | 705-647-3363
Email | tsdc@temiskamingshores.ca 

View or print a copy of the full program policy form below.
TSDC - Community Business Improvement Grant Policy 

Application Process

Applications will be available in digital format on the City website, and in hard copy from the reception area at City Hall.

There will be an ongoing intake application each year and will be closed once all funds have been allocated. Applications are received and reviewed on a first come first served basis.

 Applicant Requirements

The following is the eligibility criteria to apply for the Community Business Improvement Grant Program.

  • Business must be Incorporated or registered with the Government of Ontario.
  • Business must operate within the boundaries of the City of Temiskaming Shores.
  • Business must not be considered Home-based.
  • If the applicant is not the owner of the property, the applicant must provide written consent from the owner of the property to make an application.
  • If the applicant is not the owner of the business, the applicant must provide written consent from the owner of the business to make an application.

Contribution The applicant must financially contribute to the project, the contribution must be equal to or greater than funds requested from the Community Business Improvement Grant Program. Applicant contributions may come from other government bodies and/or non-profit organizations.

 Submission
  • Application forms must be signed by the applicant, property owner and business owner.
  • All Application forms will be submitted to the Temiskaming Shores Development Corporation and will be directed to the Temiskaming Shores Development Corporation Subcommittee for review.
  • Applicants will be notified regarding the receipt of their application.
  • Incomplete applications will not be accepted but will be returned to the applicant with advice on how to complete the application.

Completed applications, with all required supporting materials, may be submitted in person at the City Hall Office or mailed to the address below. Email submissions will also be accepted.

ATTN: James Franks
Temiskaming Shores Development Corporation
City of Temiskaming Shores
325 Farr Drive
PO Box 2050
Haileybury, Ontario, P0J 1K0
Telephone: 705-672-3363
Email: tsdc@temiskamingshores.ca 

 Review
  • The Subcommittee will review applications for completeness and adherence to the terms established in the Community Business Improvement Grant Program Policy.
  • The subject property will be reviewed by the City of Temiskaming Shores to ensure that the property is in good standing with the City.
  • Applicants will be notified regarding the status of their application after Subcommittee review.

 Approved
  • Successful applicants will be required to sign an agreement and provide a completed project summary report form to the Temiskaming Shores Development Corporation detailing the completion of the project.
  • After Subcommittee application approval the applicant will enter into an agreement with the Temiskaming Shores Development Corporation for the terms of the grant.
  • Once the agreement has been signed by all parties the funds may take up to 4 weeks to be received by the applicant.
  • Within 90 days after the funded project is complete, the applicant must complete and sign a project summary report form.

Forms

Application Form

Project Summary Report Form

Financial Incentive Programs

A set of financial incentive programs that are intended to achieve the goals of the Temiskaming Shores Development Corporation by encouraging private sector development and investment in Temiskaming Shores. The financial incentive programs presented are intended to respond to the local needs and opportunities. They have been developed based on City of Temiskaming Shores Community Economic Development Strategic Plan, as well as a review of best practices which have been successful in other Municipalities.

Eligible costs for each financial incentive program is provided in the program policy. 

Contribution

The maximum allocation per financial incentive program shall not exceed $5,000, and the minimum allocation per financial incentive program shall be $500, unless otherwise approved by the Temiskaming Shores Development Corporation. The total amount of allocation shall not exceed $5,000 per application/ project.

 Building Improvement Grant

Purpose To encourage the improvement of the exterior of existing buildings and associated streetscape improvements through revitalization and restoration.

This will promote high quality, attractive improvements to buildings and properties and to support continued maintenance of the City’s building stock.

Description A grant for a total of half (50%) to a maximum of $5,000 per application/project to cover the cost of construction costs.

 Accessibility
Purpose To encourage improvement to the accessibility of existing buildings in accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.

This will promote improved access to properties to achieve universal accessibility for all ages and mobility devices.

Description A grant for a total of half (50%) to a maximum of $5,000 per application/project to cover the cost of construction costs.

 Signage

Purpose To encourage the improvement of existing and new signage though attractive and pedestrian orientated signage that contributes to the visual identity of the city.
This will promote improved identification of business properties to achieve attractiveness to consumers.

Description
A grant for a total of half (50%) of construction and/or installation costs to a maximum of $5,000 per application/project.