PROGRAM NAME: Low-Income Energy Assistance Program

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Primary Need: Low-Income Support

Description: Access centre to apply for LEAP (Low-Income Energy Assistance Program) one-time emergency financial assistance. Program runs throughout the year – maximum grant is $500 per fuel per household per year. Grant is credited directly toward electricity bill. Agency may be able to arrange a hold on a disconnection notice while a case is being reviewed. All decisions can be appealed.

Languages: English, French

Contact: 519-254-4824

Areas Served: Windsor

Address: 3450 Ypres Ste 200, Windsor ON N8W 5K9

Age Served: 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24

Genders Served: All, Female, Male, Undisclosed

Target Population: Adults, Individuals, Youth

Days of Operation: Mon - Fri

Office Hours: 9am - 4:30pm

Referral: Application process required. Pre-screening by telephone before in-person interview. Documents required for interview include proof of lease or mortgage, proof of household income and recent bank statement.

Restrictions: May be available to low-income customers of electricity distributors (and unit sub-metering providers) experiencing difficulty paying current arrears.

Fees: none

Handicap Accessibility: fully

Additional Notes: Decision will be based on several factors including long-term viability of the account. A disconnection notice is not required to be eligible.

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