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CK Cools
Free cooling support for low-income residents
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
CK Cools 2026 helps low-income residents in Chatham-Kent access free cooling solutions. Eligible applicants may receive an air conditioner, and applications require completion of the form and email submission.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Income Support and Maintenance
Target groups
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Providing free cooling solutions to eligible residents.
Documents Needed
- Completed CK Cools application form
- Copy of Notice of Assessment, if required
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Low-income residents of Chatham-Kent.
Eligible expenses
- Free air conditioners.
- Free fans.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Reimbursement for personally purchased cooling units or items.
Eligible geographic areas
- Chatham-Kent, Ontario.
Selection criteria
- Applications are assessed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Eligibility is determined through review by Employment and Social Services.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application form
- Fill out the CK Cools application form.
- Include income information and supporting documents if applicable.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Email the completed form to ckcools@chatham-kent.ca.
- Step 3: Await processing
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Only approved applicants are contacted.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are processed in 5–10 business days.
- Only approved applicants are contacted.
- NeighbourLink may coordinate distribution of the cooling unit.
Additional information
- Applicants must provide a Notice of Assessment if using other income.
- Households should have their income information completed accurately.
- People who received an AC unit in 2025 are not eligible again.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CK Cools Program
What is the CK Cools?
CK Cools 2026 helps low-income residents in Chatham-Kent access free cooling solutions. Eligible applicants may receive an air conditioner, and applications require completion of the form and email submission.
Who is eligible for the CK Cools program?
To be eligible for the CK Cools program, you must:
Low-income Chatham-Kent resident.
Income verification required.
No AC unit in 2025.
What expenses are eligible under CK Cools?
Providing free cooling solutions to eligible residents.
Who can I contact for more information about the CK Cools?
You can contact Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK) by email at ckcools@chatham-kent.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the CK Cools available?
The CK Cools program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the CK Cools?
CK Cools is funded by Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK)