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City Centre Incentive Program — Tenant Fit-up
Supports tenant space fit-outs for new businesses
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Funding available
$ 50,000
Deadline
February 22, 2027
Opened November 30, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
City Centre Incentive Program — Tenant Fit-up supports property owners and new tenants in Regina’s City Centre with up to 50% of eligible project costs, to a maximum of $50,000. It funds interior unit work such as layout changes, aesthetic renovations, and code-related upgrades.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Start a business
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
Activities funded
- Fitting up a unit or space within an existing principal building for a new tenant.
- Interior alterations to change the layout within the unit.
- Aesthetic renovation of the unit, including walls, floors, ceiling, decorative hardware and lighting fixtures.
- Upgrades to meet zoning, fire, health and safety, or building code requirements as part of a change in occupancy or use.
Documents Needed
- Complete application form.
- Detailed estimate from a Saskatchewan licensed contractor, architect, consultant or engineer, plus licensing information for each entity providing an estimate.
- Digital images of the current space, and floor plans and interior elevations/renderings showing proposed use, layout, dimensions and work to be undertaken within the unit.
- Lease agreement or intent to lease for a minimum of two years; if an intent to lease is provided, a full lease agreement will be required as a condition of any funding commitment.
- Information Services Corporation incorporation information for the applicant, owner, tenant and contractor if incorporated, and Province of Saskatchewan Land Titles Registry title or other proof of ownership.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners.
- New tenants.
- New businesses.
Who is not eligible
- Existing businesses seeking to renovate interior space under the Tenant Fit-up stream.
- Existing businesses pursuing alterations or expansions of an existing business.
- Governmental entities or agencies.
- Property owners, tenants or properties with taxes, utilities, parking or other charges past due to the City of Regina, or in active litigation or subject to current orders.
Eligible expenses
- Design and engineering fees by a qualified professional for the proposed work, with invoices dated within 6 months prior to the date of application.
- Construction costs for materials and labour for the work described under the Tenant Fit-up stream.
- Materials only, if the project is completed independently without a contractor.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Existing business alterations or expansions are not eligible under Tenant Fit-up.
- Projects or land uses that are temporary in nature, including pop ups, carts and kiosks, are not eligible.
- Projects led by governmental entities or agencies are not eligible.
- Property owners, tenants or properties with taxes, utilities, parking or other charges past due to the City of Regina, in active litigation, or subject to current orders are not eligible.
Eligible geographic areas
- City Centre boundary in Regina.
Selection criteria
- Eligible projects are prioritized for possible funding commitment based on location and scorecard points.
- Priority funding is given first to projects in Downtown Regina along 11th Avenue, the 1800 and 1900 blocks of Cornwall Street, Scarth Street and Hamilton Street, and Dewdney Avenue in the Warehouse District.
How to apply
- Review the CCIP Guide and gather the required documents before completing the application form.
- Download the application form from the Related Documents section.
- Send the completed application form and supporting documentation to revitalize@regina.ca once program intake is open.
Processing and Agreement
- Submitted applications are reviewed by City staff to make sure they are complete.
- Complete applications are reviewed for eligibility.
- Eligible projects are prioritized for possible funding commitment based on location and scorecard points.
- City staff confirm the funding commitment for prioritized projects, and additional information or conditions may be required within a prescribed time.
- After project completion, City staff verify that all requirements have been met before paying out the grant.
- City staff may monitor the completed project to gather relevant data for future incentive programs.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the City Centre Incentive Program — Tenant Fit-up Program
What is the City Centre Incentive Program — Tenant Fit-up?
City Centre Incentive Program — Tenant Fit-up supports property owners and new tenants in Regina’s City Centre with up to 50% of eligible project costs, to a maximum of $50,000. It funds interior unit work such as layout changes, aesthetic renovations, and code-related upgrades.
How much funding can be received?
City Centre Incentive Program — Tenant Fit-up Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications will open on November 30, 2026.
Who is eligible for the City Centre Incentive Program — Tenant Fit-up program?
To be eligible for the City Centre Incentive Program — Tenant Fit-up program, you must:
Project must be in Regina’s City Centre boundary.
Project must meet the minimum eligible cost and scorecard thresholds.
Tenant Fit-up must create a new tenant space in an existing principal building.
What expenses are eligible under City Centre Incentive Program — Tenant Fit-up?
Fitting up a unit or space within an existing principal building for a new tenant.
Interior alterations to change the layout within the unit.
Aesthetic renovation of the unit, including walls, floors, ceiling, decorative hardware and lighting fixtures.
Upgrades to meet zoning, fire, health and safety, or building code requirements as part of a change in occupancy or use.
Where is the City Centre Incentive Program — Tenant Fit-up available?
The City Centre Incentive Program — Tenant Fit-up program is available across Canada.
Is the City Centre Incentive Program — Tenant Fit-up a grant, loan, or tax credit?
City Centre Incentive Program — Tenant Fit-up is a Grant and Funding