City Renewal Canberra Placemaking Grants Program 2026

🏙️ About City Renewal Canberra Placemaking Grants Program

The Placemaking Grants Program is designed to support projects that improve the liveability, attractiveness, and community engagement of Canberra’s City Centre. By funding creative, cultural, social, and economic initiatives, the program encourages a people-focused, design-led approach to urban activation.

🎁 Benefits of the Program

• Maximum Grant per Project: $50,000
• Funding may cover:
  • Activities
  • Materials
  • Creative fees
  • Marketing
  • Installation
  • Operational costs directly linked to project delivery
• Grants are milestone-based, with payments contingent on the achievement of agreed deliverables.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Eligible Applicants:

• Individuals, groups, and organisations meeting residency or visa requirements.
• Entities with appropriate insurance coverage.
• Applicants capable of managing and acquitting grant funding responsibly.

Project Requirements:

• Must take place within the defined CCMIL Collection Zone, including:
  • The City Centre
  • Braddon
  • A section of Haig Park
• Must align with City Renewal objectives and target audiences.

📋 Application Requirements

Applicants are expected to demonstrate:

• Clear project objectives and feasibility.
• Community engagement strategies.
• Risk management planning.
• Financial capability and realistic budget planning.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and environmental sustainability.

Proposal Details:

Applications must include a detailed proposal outlining:

• Project scope
• Objectives
• Anticipated impact
• Timeline
• Budget
• Evaluation measures

📝 Assessment Criteria

Applications are assessed based on:

• Project Impact: Contribution to community engagement and City Centre activation.
• Alignment with Program Objectives: Fit with Placemaking Grants goals.
• Capacity and Experience: Ability of applicants to deliver the project successfully.
• Financial Planning: Adequacy and realism of the proposed budget.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Commitment to accessible and equitable participation.
• Sustainability: Potential for long-term benefits and legacy.

📅 Application Date and Process

Steps to Apply:

1. Review eligibility requirements and ensure your project aligns with City Renewal objectives.
2. Prepare a detailed project plan, including objectives, budget, timeline, and community engagement strategies.
3. Submit your application online through the City Renewal Authority portal by the specified deadline.
4. Await assessment and, if successful, enter into a Deed of Grant and receive milestone-based payments.
5. Complete final reporting and acquittal following project completion.

⏰ Application Deadline

11 March, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

• View details of the City Renewal Canberra Placemaking Grants Program.
• Apply for the program via City Renewal Authority Portal.

This opportunity is a fantastic chance to contribute to the vibrancy and engagement of Canberra’s City Centre. Make sure to prepare a strong application and submit it before the deadline!

• Maximum Grant per Project: $50,000.
• Funding may cover activities, materials, creative fees, marketing, installation, and operational costs directly linked to project delivery.
• Grants are milestone-based, with payments contingent on achievement of agreed deliverables.