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Downtown Repairs Grant

Funding support for minor repairs and maintenance to improve safety and functionality for your downtown business.

Downtown Repairs Grant

The Downtown Repairs Grant Program is designed to support businesses dealing with unexpected vandalism to windows or doors.

Funding Details

  • Provides matched funding of up to $700 per incident
  • Maximum of $700 per business per year
  • Funding limits reset annually

Timeline

  • The program covers eligible damages that occurred on or after January 2026
  • Applications open in the fall and close in the summer

Repairs Outside the Application Window

If repairs are needed while applications are closed, you may still be eligible for reimbursement. To qualify, you must keep and submit the repair invoice and any supporting documentation related to the incident.

For questions or inquiries, please contact our Programs Manager:
Connor English · 705-748-4774 ext 201

The program is retroactive for eligible damages that occurred on or after January 2026 — keep your repair invoice and any supporting documentation.

Ready to take part?

Get in touch with the DBIA team and we’ll get you started.