Although the Ontario economy is recovering, many communities and regions across Ontario are still facing economic development challenges and need help developing innovative solutions to create a productive and progressive future.

That’s why the government created the Communities in Transition Initiative.

It’s a program that is responsive to the needs of communities and regions and allows them to apply at any time during the year for help developing a strategy for their economic growth.  Staff in the Communities in Transition Office are available to work one-on-one with community representatives to review specific challenges and opportunities and advise on project proposals.

Facts about CiT:

• CiT is a continuous intake program
• Non-profit organizations, such as local economic development corporations or industry organizations are eligible
• Sample CiT clients include:
  • local authorities, such as municipal governments or local economic development organizations
  • professional/business associations assisting transitioning sectors or industries
  • regional or professional associations focused on economic development
• For-profit businesses are not eligible for CiT funding
• See the Ontario Business Program Guide for a listing of all programs that support businesses

• CiT Proposal Template
  
• CiT Eligible/Ineligible Project Expenditures
  
• Business Service Standards

Communities that have already benefited from the initiative include St. Thomas, Windsor and Smiths Falls.

Learn more about current projects.

For more information on the program and how your community can participate, contact:

Tina Mora, Senior Advisor, Communities in Transition
Regional Economic Development Branch
Ministry of Economic Development and Innovation
6th Floor, Hearst Block, 900 Bay Street
Toronto, ON M7A 2E1
Telephone: 416-325-6969
Email: tina.mora@ontario.ca