Region of Waterloo, Community Services Department

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program


Description
Helps households with low-incomes avoid the consequences of not being able to pay their hydro bills, such as loss of heat or homelessness.
Eligibility
Availability of funding is limited to Hydro One residential customers who meet the
following conditions:

  • Have a pre-tax household income at or below the Statistics Canada Low-Income Cut-off + 15%
  • Have electricity bills that are currently in arrears
  • Are in threat of disconnection
  • Have made prior attempt to pay bills and address their electricity account
  • Receipt of financial assistance will allow the customer to sustain electricity service
Application Process
Call 519-883-2100 and select Option 1 to apply
Office
1-855-487-5327
Web Site
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Mailing Address
c/o The Region of Waterloo; P.O. Box 9051, 150 Frederick St
Kitchener, ON, N2G 4J3
Canada
Languages
English, English, Interpretive Services
Fees
None
Documents Required
Proof of income required
Accessibility
Fully Accessible
Topic(s)
Agency Information
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Copyright
211 Ontario North
Last Updated On
February 6, 2024
Address
99 Regina St S
Waterloo, ON, N2J 4G6
Cross street: Erb St W and King St S
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Hours of Operation
Mon
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Tue
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Wed
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Thu
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Fri
8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Service Area(s)
  • Cambridge
  • Kitchener
  • Waterloo