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Community Funding - Snow Go Programs
Financial assistance for snow removal for seniors and disabled residents
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 450
Timeline
- Closing date : November 28, 2025
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Snow Go Assist program provides financial assistance of up to 50% of snow removal costs, with a maximum seasonal subsidy of $250 for urban residents and $450 for rural residents, to eligible low-income seniors and persons with disabilities. The program supports equitable access to private driveway and walkway snow removal services during winter.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 450 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : November 28, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- $ 46,500 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Provision of matching services to connect older adults and persons with disabilities with snow removal contractors or individuals for private driveways and walkways.
- Financial support to eligible low-income older adults or persons with disabilities for snow removal costs on their residential properties.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community support agencies
- Non-profit organizations serving seniors and persons with disabilities
Who is not eligible
- No specific information is available regarding the types of businesses or industries not eligible for this program.
Eligible expenses
- Reimbursement of up to 50% of the cost of snow removal services per event, to a seasonal maximum ($250 for regular areas and $450 for rural areas with high snow removal costs).
Eligible geographic areas
- Organizations and residents within the City of Ottawa, Ontario
How to apply
1
Check your eligibility
- Verify you are an older adult (60+) or a person with a disability
- Check the specific income criteria for subsidy eligibility
- Confirm no one in your household is physically able to undertake snow removal
2
Prepare required documents
- Gather proof of income from accepted sources (e.g., GIS, ODSP, CPP Disability, Ontario Works, Essential Health and Social Supports, or Home Help)
- Ensure you have proof of age or disability if required
- Obtain a signed snow removal contract or proof of payment from your contractor
- Prepare additional documentation if applying under special circumstances
3
Submit your application
- Contact your local community support agency for an application form
- Submit your completed application with all required documents
- Ensure your application is submitted before the deadline (Friday, November 28, 2025 for the 2025/2026 season)
4
Application review and notification
- Your community agency will review your application and documents
- They may contact you for further clarification or additional information
- Await notification from the agency regarding your application status
5
Receive grant confirmation and support
- Approved Snow Go applicants receive a list of local snow removal contractors
- Approved Snow Go Assist applicants are reimbursed according to the program conditions
- Contact the agency for any questions or to follow up
Additional information
- Special circumstances may be considered if applicants can provide detailed proof.
- The amount of financial assistance depends on the number of applicants and available funding.
- Payments for snow removal services are made directly to the contractor at rates negotiated by the applicant.
- Approved applicants may be reimbursed up to 50% of snow removal costs per event, up to the specified seasonal maximum.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Funding - Snow Go Programs Program
What is the Community Funding - Snow Go Programs?
The Snow Go Assist program provides financial assistance of up to 50% of snow removal costs, with a maximum seasonal subsidy of $250 for urban residents and $450 for rural residents, to eligible low-income seniors and persons with disabilities. The program supports equitable access to private driveway and walkway snow removal services during winter.
How much funding can be received?
Community Funding - Snow Go Programs Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $450 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Funding - Snow Go Programs program?
To be eligible for the Community Funding - Snow Go Programs program, you must:
Organizations must serve seniors (aged 60 and over) or persons with disabilities
Financial support is offered to seniors or low-income disabled individuals residing in Ottawa
No member of the household must be physically capable of snow removal
What expenses are eligible under Community Funding - Snow Go Programs?
Provision of matching services to connect older adults and persons with disabilities with snow removal contractors or individuals for private driveways and walkways.
Financial support to eligible low-income older adults or persons with disabilities for snow removal costs on their residential properties.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Funding - Snow Go Programs?
You can contact City of Ottawa or by phone at 613-241-1266.
Where is the Community Funding - Snow Go Programs available?
The Community Funding - Snow Go Programs program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Funding - Snow Go Programs a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Funding - Snow Go Programs is a Grant and Funding