Sports Tourism Boost

Provincial investment will boost local economies through sport tourism

The Ontario government is accepting applications for the 2025-26 Ontario Sport Hosting Program – Intake I. With an annual investment of $3 million, the program has supported over 190 events, contributing approximately $165 million to Ontario’s economy since 2018.

 “Our government is working to maximize the economic impact of sport tourism for Ontario communities,” said MPP Vic Fedeli. “Support through the Ontario Sport Hosting Program can be used towards operational costs, staffing, participant expenses, and legacy projects in addition to allowing more Ontario athletes to train and compete at home.”

 The Sport Hosting Program provides project-based funding to help applicants deliver national and international amateur sport events in Ontario. Organizations hosting an event between May 2025 and January 2027 may be eligible for funding. More information about eligibility and instructions on how to apply can be found in the Ontario Sport Hosting Program Guidelines.

 The Ontario Sport Hosting Program assists organizers and Ontario communities with hosting national and international amateur sport events and reinforces Ontario’s reputation as a top destination for sport hosting. A wide variety of winter and summer sport events are eligible for funding.