A number of special programs are available in Ontario to help low-income energy consumers. When resources are limited, households are faced with the dilemma of whether to make rent/mortgage payments, purchase groceries, or pay their utility bills. When the alternative is the risk of homelessness or your family going hungry, more and more households are finding themselves falling behind on utility payments. Our full time call centre partners with a number of Utility Service Providers to administer this financial assistance on their behalf.
Services we offer
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
Emergency financial assistance – This fund-limited program provides a one-time grant towards your electricity or natural gas bill if you are temporarily unable to make ends meet in an emergency situation.
To qualify you must
(a) be the account holder, (b) live in the home and (c) be past due on your bill
If you have any questions please contact leap@uwsimcoemuskoka.ca
Energy Conservation
Help cut your energy costs through energy conservation.
Ask us about Enbridge Gas’ Home Winter Proofing program.
If you have any questions please call 1-855-487-5327
Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP)
This program provides low-income consumers with a monthly on-bill credit to reduce their electricity bill.
To find out more information please call 1-855-487-5327
To apply for assistance:
Step 1:
Collect your information
- Utility bill with account number, arrears
- Household income from Notice of Assessments
- Pay stubs
- Letter from employer or bank statements.
Step 3:
After your eligibility is confirmed, send us your documents, or visit one of our Intake Agencies