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The heart and essence of Burlington is our neighbourhoods and communities. It's about people and places and how they work in partnership to make great places to live and play.

The City of Burlington's community support programs were created to encourage people to actively champion for their community. The programs provide support to communities and neighbourhoods to build, improve and strengthen Burlington and to enhance the quality of life for everyone. Bringing people together to create a sense of belonging is as important as the project itself.

Funding is available to support the following areas:

Diversity: Embracing, celebrating and recognizing difference within the community
Civic Interests: Events or service promoting Burlington
Place Making: Creating public spaces that promote health and well being
Sport: Team-based activities to enhance well being
Recreation: Activities to promote healthy and active living
Environment: Proactive initiatives to support a healthy environment
Culture: Program and services that support the development of arts and culture

Community Support

Community Support Fund
As part of the City of Burlington’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City is relaunching its existing community support programs into a streamlined program called the Community Support Fund (CSF). This umbrella program will join existing programs to provide financial support to residents and community groups who want to enrich and connect the Burlington community through sport, recreation, art and cultural experiences. The combined fund will simplify the process and make it easier for Burlington residents and community groups to access financial supports to enhance their community’s wellbeing. The Community Support Fund brings Love My Hood, the Community Development Fund, The Neighbourhood Matching Fund and the Arts and Culture Fund together temporarily during COVID-19. This fund will help a variety of sport, recreation, art, and cultural events, programs and projects in Burlington neighbourhoods and communities, up to a maximum value of $5000 per application. It is a one-time per year funding program designed to recognize the importance ofsupport Burlington’s communities during these challenging times. By providing access to funding, the City is looking for innovative ideas to connect and enhance our community; events/activities that can offer exciting and meaningful opportunities to strengthen and nourish community spirit. Learn more about the Community Support Fund.

Community Support Fund

As part of the City of Burlington’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City is relaunching its existing community support programs into a streamlined program called the Community Support Fund (CSF). This umbrella program will join existing programs to provide financial support to residents and community groups who want to enrich and connect the Burlington community through sport, recreation, art and cultural experiences. The combined fund will simplify the process and make it easier for Burlington residents and community groups to access financial supports to enhance their community’s wellbeing. The Community Support Fund brings Love My Hood, the Community Development Fund, The Neighbourhood Matching Fund and the Arts and Culture Fund together temporarily during COVID-19.

This fund will help a variety of sport, recreation, art, and cultural events, programs and projects in Burlington neighbourhoods and communities, up to a maximum value of $5000 per application. It is a one-time per year funding program designed to recognize the importance ofsupport Burlington’s communities during these challenging times. By providing access to funding, the City is looking for innovative ideas to connect and enhance our community; events/activities that can offer exciting and meaningful opportunities to strengthen and nourish community spirit.

Learn more about the Community Support Fund.

Other Support Programs

Burlington Walks the Talk

About Burlington Walks the Talk: Burlington Walks the Talk is a program created to inspire Burlington residents to take action and commit to active and healthy lifestyle by creating, promoting and participating in neighbourhood walking groups.

Learn more about Walk the Talk.

Community Development Fund

Inspiring vibrant organizations through community led initiatives.

Vibrant organizations provide valuable opportunities to enhance the quality of life for residents. Community development funding is available to support community organizations on a one-time only basis in building capacity to provide programs, services and events for the residents of Burlington. This funding supports organizations by offsetting costs related to training opportunities, equipment purchases or rental, marketing and advertising, and program start-up costs. Funding will be considered if the applicant can clearly demonstrate the request will improve the organization's ability to deliver sustainable services to the community. If applicable, please include the name of the City staff person your organization has been dealing with so the review committee can seek additional information in determining the outcome of the application.

Apply now or for more information email communitysupport@burlington.ca

Facility Fee Waiver

Inspiring sport, recreation and culture programs through facility fee waivers.

The City of Burlington supports the development of community based programs. Facility fee waivers are available to offset a portion of the rental fee for a facility permitted through the City of Burlington utilized by non-profit organizations offering a program, service or event for Burlington residents. Funding is available on a one-time only basis to support new initiatives or assist organizations in providing sustainable programs. Applications can be submitted at anytime throughout the year and are reviewed within 30 days. All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their funding request.

*Facility Fee Waiver's do not apply to fundraising activities*

Apply now or for more information email communitysupport@burlington.ca

Neighbourhood Rinks Program

Inspiring community connections through outdoor neighbourhood rinks.

The City of Burlington is working in partnership with local residents to support neighbourhood outdoor rinks in city parks. The city will work to install the rink boards (providing boards, water etc.) in each park and local residents agree to work together in their neighbourhood to maintain the rink throughout the winter season. Each outdoor neighbourhood rink is open to all City of Burlington residents.

Learn more or email skating@burlington.ca

Other Non-City Funding Programs

Play Street

The Play Street program is designed to empower residents to come together and promote community play!

The program offers the opportunity for weekly, local street closures which encourage the use of neighbourhood streets for safe, active play and social interaction between neighbours of all ages.

This program will be available year-round starting in Spring 2019.

Learn More or email communitysupport@burlington.ca

Recreation Fee Assistance

Inspiring access to recreation through program fee assistance.

Financial assistance is available to support registered or drop-in programs offered directly by the City. You will be required to provide information related to your financial situation. Funding applications will require five business days for processing once all financial information has been received. Please submit your application as early as possible to avoid classes filling up during the approval period.

Submit your application online. Learn more about Recreation Fee Assistance and how to apply for funding.

Windrow

A windrow is the snow pushed back into a driveway by a passing snow plow. The City of Burlington offers a Windrow Clearing Program for persons with disabilities.

Learn more or call Roads, Parks and Maintenance at 905-333-6166

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