Overview

The EASE Grant funds projects that improve accessibility and support active lifestyles for people with disabilities and older adults. It supports these individuals to live more active, healthy, safe and socially connected lives within their communities.

The program offers up to $60,000 in grants to fund small capital projects that focus on making outdoor spaces, buildings and housing more accessible for everyone.

Eligibility

The EASE Grant program is open to:

  • municipalities
  • incorporated not-for-profit organizations
  • Indigenous communities

Eligible projects may receive up to $60,000 for small capital projects including retrofits that will help older adults and people with disabilities participate in community life. Examples include, but are not limited to:

  • mobi-mats at beaches
  • charging stations for mobility devices along an accessible trail
  • adding lights, benches, ramps to a public trail
  • making entrances, exits, and sidewalks accessible
  • automatic door openers
  • elevators or lifts
  • creating barrier-free paths of travel
  • accessible washrooms
  • accessible pool access
  • ramps
  • accessible seating in public spaces

We will prioritize projects that go above and beyond the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) and/or the Ontario Building Code.

How to apply

  1. Read the grant program guidelines for information on eligibility and program details.
  2. Apply online through the Transfer Payment Ontario (TPON) website. Learn how to sign up for a TPON account.

Setting up an account may take up to 5 business days, so register at least 2 weeks before starting the application process.

The deadline to apply is May 07, 2026, at 5 p.m. ET.

To support applicants for the 2026–2027 EASE Grant cycle, the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility will be hosting 4 webinars during the application window to provide program information and guidance on completing or submitting the application form. To learn more or register for these webinars, visit the registration pages:

Contact

If you have questions about the EASE Grant, please contact your Regional Development Advisor.

Funding recipients

More than 40 community projects received funding in 2025–2026.

 

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