Community Improvement Plan

The Final CIP is Here! The Application Period Opens June 3rd, 2025.

The Community Improvement Plan (CIP) was adopted by Council on May 13th, 2025. Please click the button below to view the CIP, which outlines the eligibility criteria for each of the CIP programs.

The application period is set to open on June 3^rd , 2025. Click the button below to view the application form. Funding will be available on a first come first serve basis until all funds have been allocated.

If you have questions about the CIP, or project eligibility, please contact Tim Van Hinte, Director of Development Services at (519) 699-3952 or tvanhinte@wellesley.ca.

CIP Application Form

What is a Community Improvement Plan (CIP)?

A Community Improvement Plan (CIP) is a municipal planning tool enabled by the Ontario Planning Act that sets out programs and strategies for improving the built, economic, and social environment in designated areas of a municipality. Many municipalities across Ontario have prepared CIPs, including the Township of Wellesley, to achieve important community goals, such as:

• Facilitating and coordinating the transition of neighbourhoods and areas;
• Stimulating economic growth and development;
• Assisting property owners with repair, rehabilitation, and redevelopment projects; and
• Raising awareness of local needs and priorities.

The Township is updating its Community Improvement Plan

The Township of Wellesley is excited to announce the update of our 2017 CIP. This initiative aims to refresh the vision, goals, programs, and guidelines that support local community improvement efforts. Aligned with the Official Plan, the CIP Update will explore ways to further enhance our agricultural, environmental, natural, and cultural heritage resources while fostering a livable, sustainable community with a strong economy.

This project is funded in part by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness. We appreciate the support!

Project Goals

Our existing CIP focused on the vitality and regeneration of the core areas of Wellesley and St. Clements. We are now looking to explore and expand opportunities for community improvement across other areas of the Township.

Get Involved

We are committed to engaging with our community throughout this process. We invite residents, business owners, agricultural landowners, and all interested parties to participate and share their input. Your feedback is crucial in shaping a CIP that reflects the needs and aspirations of our community.

CIP Survey

Thank you to those that completed the survey!

For more information please contact Samantha Sernoski, Executive Administrator at ssernoski@wellesley.ca.

We look forward to your participation and input!