Community Funding - Snow Go Programs

• Reimbursement of up to 50% of the cost of snow clearing per event, to a seasonal maximum of $250.
• For rural residents facing exceptionally high costs, reimbursement is up to 50% per event, with a seasonal maximum of $450.
• The final amount of aid may vary based on the number of applicants and the program's available funding.

• The applicant must be a senior (60 years or older) or a person with a disability.
• For financial assistance (Snow-Go Assist), the applicant must have an annual income of less than $46,500 for a single person or $56,000 for a household of two or more.
• No member of the household must be physically capable of performing the snow removal work.
• The applicant must provide proof of eligible income (such as the Guaranteed Income Supplement, the Ontario Disability Support Program, the Canada Pension Plan Disability Benefit, Ontario Works, or essential health and social support), as well as proof of contract or payment for snow removal services.

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

• 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.