United Way Simcoe Muskoka - Low-Income Energy Assistance Program
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1110 Hwy 26
Midhurst, ON
L9X 1N6
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LEAP Program Application: 1-855-487-5327
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm
Application
Call toll-free number to apply * online applications not offered at this time * pre-screening takes 8-10 minutes over the phone * utility documents will be needed * Further documentation will be needed after prescreen
Eligibility - Population(s) Served
Low-income families * customers of local utility agencies that partner with LEAP
Fees
Free
Contacts
Chantel Dalton - Manager, Call Centre
cdalton@uwsimcoemuskoka.ca
Shelby Tinney - Team Lead
Languages
English
Area(s) Served
Simcoe County
Accessibility
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Description of Services:
Access centre to apply for LEAP (Low-Income Energy Assistance Program) one-time emergency financial assistance

Program details:  
  • program runs throughout the year
  • maximum grant amount for gas customers $500
  • for homes heated exclusively with electricity $600
  • grant is credited directly toward energy bill
  • agency can arrange hold on a disconnection notice while a case is being assessed
  • length of hold depends on utility company
  • all decisions can be appealed
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