The Corner Store grant program is targeted to Neighbourhood Commercial properties or properties that meet the commercial needs of local residents.
Targeted to Neighbourhood Commercial Areas
The Corner Store Grant program provides matching reimbursement for exterior and interior renovations to property owners in Neighbourhood Commercial Areas. Located inside the Anthony Henday, these areas serve local residents in mature or redeveloping neighbourhoods. By funding storefront upgrades and the rehabilitation of vacant spaces, the program attracts customers and secures long-term tenants to foster vibrant, community-focused hubs.
Grants Offered
There are multiple grants, with varying grant amounts, available for eligible commercial properties.
Exterior Commercial Renovation Grant
A reimbursement grant of up to 50 percent (50%) of eligible construction costs for exterior improvements to active storefronts. Grant amounts per building are based on linear footage of existing storefronts or future storefront linear footage achieved through renovation.
- Linear footage of customer facing storefront and facade up to 100 feet: maximum grant amount of $20,000 per building and a maximum of $120,000 per commercial site.
- Linear footage of customer facing storefront and facade between 101 and 200 feet: maximum grant amount of $40,000 per building and a maximum of $120,000 per commercial site.
- Linear footage of customer facing storefront and facade between 201 feet and 699 feet: maximum grant amount of $60,000 per building and a maximum grant amount of $120,000 per commercial site.
- Linear footage of customer facing storefront and facade between 700 feet and 999 feet: maximum grant amount of $90,000 per building and a maximum grant amount of $120,000 per commercial site.
Note: initial grant eligibility is determined by the existing linear footage of the customer facing storefront and facade. Projects involving the addition of new storefronts, which did not previously exist, may be eligible for supplemental grant funding (up to the maximums indicated above) based on the planned, increased linear footage.
Interior Commercial Renovation Grant
A reimbursement grant of up to 50 per cent (50%) of eligible construction costs for interior improvements to vacant or underutilized active storefronts.
- A maximum grant amount of $20,000 per contiguous commercial site, regardless of land title or lot divisions.
Contact Us
Program Manager
Economic Investment Services
City of Edmonton
9th Floor, 10111 104 Avenue NW
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 0J4
Email cornerstore@edmonton.ca
Phone 780-442-7148