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Lead Financial Incentive Program - Brantford - Ontario - Canada
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Lead Financial Incentive Program

Funding for lead water service replacement
Last Update: April 21, 2026
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Funding available
$ 1,500
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Brantford, Ontario, Canada

Overview

The Lead Financial Incentive Program offers up to $1,500 in grant funding and up to $3,000 in loan financing for lead water service replacement in Brantford. It supports eligible work such as labour, excavation, curb stop connection, and internal plumbing and pipe materials.
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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 : 1,500 $
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Utilities
  • Construction
Location
  • Brantford
  • Ontario
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Private lead service line replacement

Documents Needed

  • Application form
  • Exact property address
  • Contractor estimate or invoice
  • Completion documents

Official resources

Official page

Lead Financial Incentive Program

Program guide

Address Lookup - Water Service Type

Lead Pipe Replacement Grant

Application form

Application form

Application form

Lead Financial Incentive Program: Grant & Loan Application

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Property owners

Eligible expenses

  • Labour costs
  • Excavation work
  • Connection to the curb stop
  • Relocating or connecting internal plumbing
  • Pipe materials

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Driveway repaving
  • Landscaping
  • Other costs deemed unnecessary for lead service line replacement

Eligible geographic areas

  • Brantford, Ontario

How to apply

  • Step 1: Check your address
    • Use the Address Lookup tool to confirm whether the water service line is lead.
  • Step 2: Complete the application
    • Fill out the Grant & Loan Application form and enter the required property information.
  • Step 3: Submit the form
    • Submit the application through the City of Brantford online form.
  • Step 4: Wait for confirmation
    • Watch for the email confirmation after submission.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are processed in the order received.
  • Applicants are contacted within one week after submission.
  • Approval is required before work begins.
  • Grant and loan amounts are paid directly to the contractor.

Additional information

  • A commitment letter is issued after approval.
  • A promissory note is required for grant and loan applications after the work is completed.
  • The City says the address information is based on its records and may have inaccuracies.

Contacts

Frequently Asked Questions about the Lead Financial Incentive Program Program

What is the Lead Financial Incentive Program?

The Lead Financial Incentive Program offers up to $1,500 in grant funding and up to $3,000 in loan financing for lead water service replacement in Brantford. It supports eligible work such as labour, excavation, curb stop connection, and internal plumbing and pipe materials.

How much funding can be received?

Lead Financial Incentive Program Funds up to $1,500 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Lead Financial Incentive Program program?

To be eligible for the Lead Financial Incentive Program program, you must: Lead water service line Property owner application Approval before work starts

Who can I contact for more information about the Lead Financial Incentive Program?

You can contact City of Brantford by email at enviroadmin@brantford.ca or by phone at 519-759-4150.

Where is the Lead Financial Incentive Program available?

The Lead Financial Incentive Program program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Lead Financial Incentive Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Lead Financial Incentive Program is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Lead Financial Incentive Program?

Lead Financial Incentive Program is funded by City of Brantford