Kitchener launches 2026 heritage property grant intake

 The City of Kitchener has opened a new round of funding for property owners seeking to conserve their culturally significant heritage buildings. 

If you have a project in mind for your property, applications are open between now and Wednesday, April 15, 2026. 

Eligible applicants can receive up to 50 per cent of project costs, with grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 for General Projects and up to $15,000 for Special Projects. 

Buildings that qualify for the grant include those that are: 

Funding is available for work that conserves or restores heritage attributes, including: 

Find out more about the grant, including whether you will first need a pre-consultation meeting with City staff, on our heritage funding page.