CERB Planning Program (PP)

CERB provides limited grant funding for studies to evaluate high-priority economic development projects, and rural broadband projects. When considering planning grants, the Board gives priority to projects that could result in a type of project eligible for CERB construction funds.

Funding availability

CERB offers grants for planning projects up to 80% of the total project cost, up to $100,000. The applicant must match CERB’s funding with at least 20% of the total project cost, in cash. In-kind match is not allowed for this program. Cash matches can come from any funding source but may not come from previous CERB-funded projects.

Please contact CERB staff to discuss your project, determine if your project meets CERB’s requirements and what funding tier your project qualifies for.

Funding tiers

• Tier 1 Projects (Up to $50,000): Economic Development Activities that do not qualify for CERB construction.
• Tier 2 Projects (Up to $75,000): Economic Development Activities that do qualify for CERB construction.
• Tier 3 Projects (Up to $100,000): Site Readiness and Economic Development Activities that do qualify for CERB construction.

Project eligibility

How to apply for funding

Applications for all of CERB’s funding programs are considered on an ongoing basis. The Board meets every two months to consider projects and make funding decisions.

Do you have a project? Potential applicants must contact CERB staff to discuss their project, prior to receiving a link to the online application.