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Organization:
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United Way Simcoe Muskoka - Low-Income Energy Assistance Program
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Phone Numbers:
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LEAP Program Application: 1-855-487-5327
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Address:
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1110 Hwy 26
Midhurst, ON
L9X 1N6
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Map
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Intersection:
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County Road 27 and Hwy 26 W
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Service Description:
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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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Application:
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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
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Low-income families * customers of local utility agencies that partner with LEAP
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