SPORT TOURISM GROWTH GRANT

The Sport Tourism Growth Grant is designed to support and enhance the thriving sport tourism industry in Barrie. Sport Tourism is an essential part of our community, bringing economic and social benefits to Barrie. The Sport Tourism Growth Grant aims to provide financial assistance to local organizations and sport events that contribute to the growth and development of sport tourism in Barrie. 

Sport Tourism Growth Grant funding will be considered annually in October. Applications will be reviewed by the committee, and successful applicants will be notified within 30 days. If successful, the funding can be used between November 2024 to November 2025. 

FUNDING
-   Maximum funding per Sport Organization per year is $10,000
-   Applicants requesting between $5,000 - $10,000 must provide unaudited financial statements from the last full fiscal year.

The Sport Tourism Growth Grant Eligible Expenses:
-   City of Barrie, Barrie Schools and Georgian College facility and fields rental expenses and private event rental expenses located in Barrie;
-   Social Media, Digital Advertising and Marketing the sport event to increase audience capacity and welcome visitors and visiting friends and family;
-   Post-event Surveys;
-   Paid officials, umpires, referees, etc. – not employed by the organizations
-   Costs associated with awarding participants non-monetary awards, trophies, and medals.
-   Transportation to and from Barrie's accommodation to the facility.
-   Business/Strategic Plans to grow the organization;
-   Plans and workshops for innovative programming in partnership with businesses and community partners to draw sport tourism participants to stay overnight at a Barrie Hotel and increase visitor spending.

Click here to download all the Sport Tourism Growth Grant information and application. Submit your completed application to [email protected] before December 1, 2024 at 4:30pm for consideration.