EnAbling Change Program

The EnAbling Change Program provides funding to not-for-profit organizations, industry organizations and professional associations to:

  • educate their stakeholders about the value and benefits of accessibility
  • help support compliance with accessibility laws
  • promote a culture of inclusion

Some examples of projects that could receive funding may involve:

  • customized educational tools and resources about accessibility and inclusion in your sector
  • promoting accessibility in daily living
  • encouraging regulatory compliance
  • public outreach programs and initiatives

Find out which projects are receiving funding.

How to apply

The application period for the EnAbling Change Program is closed.

Contact us

If you have general questions about the EnAbling Change Program, please contact your Regional Development Advisor.

Inclusive Community Grants

The Inclusive Community Grants Program provides funding for projects to help ensure local government and community organizations consider Ontarians of all ages and abilities at every stage of community planning and development.

The program provides up to $60,000 in grant funding to eligible applicants for projects that:

  • increase the accessibility of outdoor spaces by making improvements to the built environment to create equitable access to community resources
  • promote accessible housing through projects that result in tangible products
  • make practical, timely improvements to increase accessible housing, outdoor spaces, buildings, and transportation needs

Selected projects will be approved to start by August 2024, and must be completed by March 31, 2025.

Eligibility

These organizations are eligible to apply:

  • local governments (for example, municipalities and district social services administration boards)
  • community organizations in operation for at least one year prior to applications (for example, not-for-profits and legal entities)
  • Indigenous communities and/or organizations (First Nations, Métis and Inuit)

How to apply

  1. Read the 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 1 week before starting the application process.

The deadline to apply is May 22, 2024, at 5 p.m. ET.

Contact us

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

Other funding opportunities

The Seniors Community Grant Program funds projects focused on encouraging community involvement of seniors.

You can also browse a full list of funding opportunities across different topics from the Ontario government.