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Discretionary benefit for low-cost energy-conservation measures
Support for low-cost home energy-saving measures
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 50
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
A one-time payment of up to $50 is available for approved low-cost energy-conservation measures in a principal residence. It supports items such as caulking, weatherstripping, insulation materials, low-flow devices, fluorescent bulbs, and motion sensors.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Purchase and installation of low-cost energy-conservation measures for a principal residence.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- ODSP recipients.
- Homeowners living in their principal residence.
- Eligible tenants where the landlord is not responsible for the requested item.
Eligible expenses
- Low-cost energy-conservation items for the principal residence, such as caulking, weatherstripping, insulation materials, low-flow devices, fluorescent bulbs, clothesline items, and motion sensors.
Processing and Agreement
- Request is reviewed for prior approval by the Director.
- If denied, the decision is not appealable to the Social Benefits Tribunal.
- An internal review may be requested if the recipient disagrees with the decision.
Additional information
- Prior approval from the Director is required.
- The benefit is a one-time payment only.
- Applicants should verify that items are not available free of charge from utility or community programs.
- Denied applications may be reviewed internally.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Discretionary benefit for low-cost energy-conservation measures Program
What is the Discretionary benefit for low-cost energy-conservation measures?
A one-time payment of up to $50 is available for approved low-cost energy-conservation measures in a principal residence. It supports items such as caulking, weatherstripping, insulation materials, low-flow devices, fluorescent bulbs, and motion sensors.
How much funding can be received?
Discretionary benefit for low-cost energy-conservation measures Funds up to $50 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Discretionary benefit for low-cost energy-conservation measures program?
To be eligible for the Discretionary benefit for low-cost energy-conservation measures program, you must:
ODSP recipient.
Owns and lives in principal residence.
Advance approval required.
What expenses are eligible under Discretionary benefit for low-cost energy-conservation measures?
Purchase and installation of low-cost energy-conservation measures for a principal residence.
Where is the Discretionary benefit for low-cost energy-conservation measures available?
The Discretionary benefit for low-cost energy-conservation measures program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Discretionary benefit for low-cost energy-conservation measures a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Discretionary benefit for low-cost energy-conservation measures is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Discretionary benefit for low-cost energy-conservation measures?
Discretionary benefit for low-cost energy-conservation measures is funded by Government of Ontario