This listing describes where to get emergency help to pay a utility bill

LOW-INCOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LEAP)

Provides a one-time grant towards your electricity or natural gas bill in emergency situations only (risk of service disconnection)

• amount is applied directly to the outstanding balance
• for natural gas bills contact United Way Simcoe Muskoka, 1-855-487-5327
• for electricity/hydro bills contact Salvation Army, Burlington Community and Family Services, 905-637-3893

ONTARIO ELECTRICITY SUPPORT PROGRAM (OESP)

Provides ongoing support through a monthly credit applied directly on qualified consumers’ electricity bills based on household income and household size

• credits are applied directly to eligible customers’ bills
• apply online or contact the following for assistance with applying
  • Salvation Army, Burlington Community and Family Services, 905-637-3893
  • St. Christopher's Anglican Church, Open Doors Program, 905-634-1809

Housing Stability Fund

One-time assistance for utility bills

• contact Halton Region at 3-1-1 or 905-825-6000
• see separate listing here

Vary by program

See details for each program in Description