Cultural Drivers of Tourism Program

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Cultural Drivers of Tourism Grant Program

Applications will be accepted until July 17, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Before completing the application, please review the Cultural Drivers of Tourism Guidelines.

The grant provides one-time funding to arts, cultural and heritage organizations in recognition of their role in attracting and extending tourist stays to the Region.

Funding to eligible organizations is based on the number of tourists attending eligible public programs and events in the Region. The budget for this program is set annually by Council.

Region of Waterloo Applicant Agreement

Personal information contained on this form is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for the purpose of responding to your request. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Manager of Information Management and Privacy at 519-575-4006.

To apply, please complete the Cultural Drivers of Tourism Worksheet and upload it below. Questions? Email Cultural Services.

Please upload your completed Cultural Drivers of Tourism Worksheet.

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First name:

Last name:

Email Address:

Applicant Address

Address Line 1:

Address Line 2:

Address Line 3:

City:

Postal Code:

Organization Information

Organization's Registered Name:

Common Name: (if different from Legal Name)

Ontario Business Identification Number (BIN):

Ontario Registration Date: (yyyy/mm/dd)

Fiscal Year End (mm/dd)

Please upload your organization's most recent board approved financial statements.

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