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Halton Region Residential Basement Flooding Grant
Compassionate payment for basement flood recovery
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Halton Region offers a $1,000 compassionate payment for eligible residential basement flooding cases. It supports recovery after flooding caused by a storm-induced wastewater surcharge or a blockage on the regional side of the wastewater system.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Recovery from residential basement flooding.
- Cleanup after flooding caused by sewer surcharge or blockage on the regional side of the wastewater system.
Documents Needed
- Proof that you own or rent the property.
- Proof of flooding, such as photos or videos.
- Insurance claim documentation, if applicable.
- Supporting documents, quotes, or receipts, if applicable.
- Completed Residential Basement Flooding Grant application form.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered owners of residential dwellings in Halton Region
- Tenants of residential dwellings in Halton Region
Who is not eligible
- Corporations
- Business entities
- Applicants whose property is not a residential dwelling
- Applicants whose dwelling is connected to a septic system
Eligible expenses
- Cleanup and recovery costs related to basement flooding.
- Damage-related recovery expenses supported by documentation.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applications from corporations or business entities.
- Flooding cases not reported to Halton Region.
- Applications submitted after the one-year deadline.
Eligible geographic areas
- Halton Region
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Halton Region.
- The Region may inspect the dwelling or review supporting documentation.
- The Commissioner of Public Works makes the final approval or denial decision.
- The Region may deny applications if information is untrue or access for inspection is refused.
Additional information
- The program is based on compassionate grounds and is not an admission of liability.
- The Region may inspect the dwelling to verify the application.
- Only one grant is available per residential address or tenanted unit.
- The application must be submitted within one year of the flooding incident.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Halton Region Residential Basement Flooding Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Halton Region Residential Basement Flooding Grant. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Halton Region Residential Basement Flooding Grant?
Halton Region offers a $1,000 compassionate payment for eligible residential basement flooding cases. It supports recovery after flooding caused by a storm-induced wastewater surcharge or a blockage on the regional side of the wastewater system.
How much funding can be received?
Halton Region Residential Basement Flooding Grant Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Halton Region Residential Basement Flooding Grant program?
To be eligible for the Halton Region Residential Basement Flooding Grant program, you must:
Individual residential owner or tenant
Property in Halton Region
Flooding reported to Halton Region
What expenses are eligible under Halton Region Residential Basement Flooding Grant?
Recovery from residential basement flooding.
Cleanup after flooding caused by sewer surcharge or blockage on the regional side of the wastewater system.
Who can I contact for more information about the Halton Region Residential Basement Flooding Grant?
You can contact Halton Region (HATCH) or by phone at 311.
Where is the Halton Region Residential Basement Flooding Grant available?
The Halton Region Residential Basement Flooding Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Halton Region Residential Basement Flooding Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Halton Region Residential Basement Flooding Grant is a Grant and Funding