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Farm fuel and rural utility programs
Helps Albertans lower heating fuel costs
Funding available
$ 5,250
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Alberta, Canada
Who can apply
Albertans whose primary residence is outside the franchise boundaries of a natural gas distributor
See full eligibility
Overview
The Remote Area Heating Allowance Program helps Albertans without natural gas service reduce the cost of heating fuels for their primary residence. Eligible costs are heating oil and propane purchases for a primary residence outside the franchise boundaries of a natural gas distributor.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,250 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 5,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Purchasing heating oil and/or propane for a primary residence outside the franchise boundaries of a natural gas distributor
Documents Needed
- RAHA application form
- Original or copy of invoices or delivery tickets for heating oil or propane
- Direct deposit form, if requesting rebate payment by direct deposit
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Albertans whose primary residence is outside the franchise boundaries of a natural gas distributor
Eligible expenses
- Heating oil and/or propane purchases
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
How to apply
- Complete the RAHA application form.
- Submit your completed application and original or copy of your invoices or delivery tickets for heating oil or propane rebates to Rural Utilities.
- If you require rebate payment via direct deposit, complete the direct deposit form and mail it to Rural Utilities.
Processing and Agreement
- If you are eligible for the RAHA rebate, you may authorize the Government of Alberta to deposit your payment directly into your bank account.
- We send confirmation letters advising that your rebate has been processed and will be deposited to your account.
Additional information
- The Remote Area Heating Allowance Program expires March 31, 2031.
- Applications are accepted until March 31, 2032 for fuel purchases up to and including March 31, 2031.
- Invoices dated one year or less from the date the program receives your application are valid.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Farm fuel and rural utility programs Program
What is the Farm fuel and rural utility programs?
The Remote Area Heating Allowance Program helps Albertans without natural gas service reduce the cost of heating fuels for their primary residence. Eligible costs are heating oil and propane purchases for a primary residence outside the franchise boundaries of a natural gas distributor.
How much funding can be received?
Farm fuel and rural utility programs Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,250 per project.
Who is eligible for the Farm fuel and rural utility programs program?
To be eligible for the Farm fuel and rural utility programs program, you must:
Primary residence must be outside a natural gas distributor franchise area.
Natural gas service must not extend to the location.
What expenses are eligible under Farm fuel and rural utility programs?
Purchasing heating oil and/or propane for a primary residence outside the franchise boundaries of a natural gas distributor
Who can I contact for more information about the Farm fuel and rural utility programs?
You can contact Government of Alberta by email at AFFB@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-422-9167.
Where is the Farm fuel and rural utility programs available?
The Farm fuel and rural utility programs program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Farm fuel and rural utility programs a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Farm fuel and rural utility programs is a Grant and Funding