Deadline to apply: Preliminary application must be submitted a minimum of two months prior to the event.

The York Region Tourism Fund, established in 2022, aims to enhance tourism across York Region by encouraging visitations and participation at local events. The Fund also encourages strong partnerships amongst York Region tourism stakeholders.

Funds, to a maximum of $5,000 per project, will be available to support community-based tourism events, from January 2024 to December 31, 2024. No funding is available for multi-year projects. The application process includes two stages:

1. The Preliminary Application form must be completed, saved and submitted to edo@york.ca for review. Region staff will review these applications and the most suitable applicants from the pool, as determined by the Region in its sole discretion, will then be invited to submit a Detailed Application.
   
2. The Detailed Application will be sent directly to shortlisted applicants to be completed and submitted for review by the Fund Review Committee.