Wawa MAT Fund Committee Now Accepting Applications for Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) Funding

The Wawa MAT Fund Committee is now accepting applications for funding through the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT). The Wawa MAT Fund is a non-repayable contribution to support tourism-related projects, events, and initiatives that strengthen the local visitor economy and enhance community vibrancy. Municipal Accommodation Tax revenues are collected from local motels/hotels and short-term rentals from ...

The Wawa MAT Fund Committee is now accepting applications for funding through the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT). The Wawa MAT Fund is a non-repayable contribution to support tourism-related projects, events, and initiatives that strengthen the local visitor economy and enhance community vibrancy. Municipal Accommodation Tax revenues are collected from local motels/hotels and short-term rentals from patrons.

The funds collected are then reinvested into initiatives that promote tourism, improve visitor experiences, encourage economic activity, and support projects that benefit both residents and visitors. Who Can Apply Eligible applicants are any individual, businesses or community organizations operating within the Wawa geographic area. Examples of eligible projects may include: - Projects that work cooperatively with in developing Wawa as a vibrant and welcoming tourism destination, where small town Northern Ontario and Lake Superior meet.

- Projects that assist the development of tourism locally. - Projects that support community tourism grassroot initiatives. - Projects that align with the community Tourism and Marketing Plan and other initiatives as presented to the committee.

- Focus on projects between October 1st and April 30th - Projects funded to demonstrate a measurable ROI. How to Apply Application forms and program guidelines are available through Superior East Community Futures Development Corporation website, www.superioreastcfdc.ca Applicants are encouraged to review the eligibility criteria carefully before submitting a proposal. All applications will be reviewed and approved by the Wawa MAT Fund Committee.

Contact For more information or to request an application package, please contact: Heidi Trudeau Community Development Officer Phone: (705) 856-1105 ext. #223 Email: [email protected] Website: www.superioreastcfdc.ca - Wawa MAT Fund Committee Now Accepting Applications for Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) Funding - July 15, 2026 - Le comité du fonds MAT de Wawa accepte désormais les demandes de financement au titre de la taxe municipale sur l’hébergement (MAT) - July 15, 2026 - Wabakimi Provincial Park – CLOSED until July 20th - July 14, 2026