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Heritage Organization Development Grant (HODG)

Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism

Per-organization amount not stated; the government invests over $230,000 each year to support more than 160 heritage organizations

HODG is an annual, statutory operating grant under Regulation 879 of the Ontario Heritage Act that gives eligible incorporated historical societies, museums and heritage associations a portion of their operating support to inform and educate the public about local heritage.

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Who qualifies

Eligible incorporated historical societies, museums and heritage associations located in Ontario, under Regulation 879 of the Ontario Heritage Act. Further criteria not read on an official page.

Non-profit

Good to know

  • Funding: Average is not stated. The related Community Museum Operating Grant (nearly $5 million for 160+ museums) is a separate program closed to new applicants.
  • Notes: Statutory eligibility conditions in Regulation 879 could not be read (e-Laws is JavaScript-rendered).

Evidence from the official page

  • amount“Each year, the government invests over $230,000 to support more than 160 heritage organizations across the province through the HODG program.” source ↗
  • summary“This is an annual statutory operating grant that helps heritage organizations inform and educate the public about their community heritage.” source ↗
  • status“Status: Closed” source ↗
  • eligibility“eligible incorporated historical societies, museums and associations, under Regulation 879 of the Ontario Heritage Act” source ↗

Verified 2026-10-09 · Medium confidence. Always confirm on the official page before applying.