Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Hydro One (H)
Hydro One is Ontario's largest electricity transmission and distribution service provider, serving approximately 1.5 million customers across 75% of the province's geographic area. The company administers multiple customer assistance programs including the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) providing emergency financial assistance up to $780, and the Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) offering monthly bill credits of $35 to $113 for eligible lower-income households. View Hydro One (H)'s website for more information.
Funding for Indigenous community initiatives in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Ontario, Canada
About Hydro One (H)
What is the mission of Hydro One (H)?
Hydro One's mission is to deliver safe, reliable electricity transmission and distribution services across Ontario while supporting vulnerable customers through financial assistance programs that help ensure energy affordability for all residents.
As Ontario's primary electricity transmission and distribution utility, Hydro One plays a crucial role in administering provincial energy assistance programs for vulnerable customers. Through partnerships with the Ontario Energy Board and United Way, the company distributes federal and provincial funding to households in need.
Financial Assistance Programs
Hydro One administers three main customer assistance programs:
LEAP (Low-Income Energy Assistance Program): Emergency financial assistance paying up to $650 (or $780 for homes with electric heat) towards outstanding electricity bills for eligible low-income customers.
OESP (Ontario Electricity Support Program): Monthly on-bill credits ranging from $35 to $113 per month depending on household income and size, with higher amounts for energy-intensive households (electric heat, medical devices) or Indigenous customers.
Energy Affordability Program (EAP): Free energy-efficient home upgrades including refrigerators, air conditioners, smart thermostats and light bulbs for qualifying households.
Eligibility Criteria
Programs target residential customers with combined household incomes below $71,000 (after tax), with eligibility thresholds varying by household size. The company works with United Way to process LEAP applications.
