Lead Pipe Replacement Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the Lead Pipe Replacement Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Lead Pipe Replacement Program is a Other Support

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Lead Pipe Replacement Program?

Lead Pipe Replacement Program is funded by City of Ottawa

Q: Who is eligible for the Lead Pipe Replacement Program program?

To be eligible for the Lead Pipe Replacement Program program, you must: • Commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings are unlikely to have lead water service and are not targeted by this program.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Lead Pipe Replacement Program?

You can contact City of Ottawa by email at info-water@ottawa.ca or by phone at 3-1-1.

Q: Where is the Lead Pipe Replacement Program available?

The Lead Pipe Replacement Program program is available the province of Ontario.

Last Update: October 27, 2025

Ottawa, ON

Supports partial or full replacement of residential lead water pipes

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Other Support

Grant and Funding

Loans and Capital investments

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

City of Ottawa

Program status

Open

Overview

The Lead Pipe Replacement Program provides financial assistance to eligible Ottawa homeowners for partial or full replacement of lead water service pipes, supporting both private and public portions of the connection. The program covers eligible costs such as trenching and pipe replacement, with additional support through rebates and deferred payment options, though a specific maximum funding amount is not specified.

Financing terms and conditions

The rebate covers trenching and replacement costs for the private portion of the water service pipe when the public portion has been replaced or is scheduled for replacement within the next two years.
The rebate does not cover the removal or replacement of gardens, landscaping, decks, porches, or interior finishes.
For full (private and public) replacement, a loan option is available to defer the property owner's share of the replacement cost.

Activities funded

Partial replacement of a home's lead water service pipe (private portion).
Full replacement of a home's lead water service pipe (both private and public portions).

Eligibility

The property must be a residential home located in Ottawa with a lead water service pipe requiring replacement.
The applicant must be the property owner responsible for the private portion of the water service pipe.
Eligibility applies to homes with lead water service pipes, typically built before 1958, or homes impacted by a public (city-owned) portion of lead water service pipe.
Commercial, industrial, and institutional properties are not eligible.

Who is eligible?

Residential property owners in Ottawa whose homes are served by municipal water and may have lead water service pipes (typically homes built before 1958)

Who is not eligible

Commercial buildings
Industrial buildings
Institutional buildings
Multi-residential properties

Eligible expenses

Excavation and replacement costs of the private section of the lead water pipe, when the public section has been replaced or will be within the next two years.
Complete replacement cost of the lead water connection (private and public sections).
Provision of a reusable pitcher and a supply of approximately one year of NSF 53 certified water filters, to eliminate lead in tap water while waiting for the pipes to be replaced.

Eligible geographic areas

City of Ottawa

How to apply

Confirm eligibility requirements

Verify if your property is eligible for the program
Homes constructed before 1958 are typically impacted
Contact info-water@ottawa.ca or call 3-1-1 for address-specific information

Assess lead pipe status

Gather details on the private and public portions of your water service pipe
Determine if your home’s water service pipe is made of lead
Use inspection methods such as scratching the pipe with sandpaper to verify material

Request water quality test

If concerned, request a water quality test for lead from the City of Ottawa
Contact City staff by calling 3-1-1 or emailing info-water@ottawa.ca

Collect required documentation

Gather documentation about trenching or replacement needs for private or public portions
Determine if seeking a rebate for private-only replacement or full replacement support

Submit your application

Complete the application form for the Lead Pipe Replacement Program
Provide supporting documentation as requested
Specify whether you are applying for partial or full replacement support

Wait for City review

Allow time for the City to review your application and documentation
City staff may contact you for additional information or clarification

Additional information

Homes at higher risk typically date from before 1958, as lead water service pipes were used in their construction.
Water quality testing for lead can be performed free of charge by city staff if requested.
Households meeting certain criteria may receive a reusable pitcher and up to a year’s supply of NSF-53 certified water filters while awaiting pipe replacement.
The City maintains ongoing water lead monitoring and provides routine public updates on water quality standards and safety measures.

Contacts

info-water@ottawa.ca

3-1-1

Ottawa, ON, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Lead Pipe Replacement Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Lead Pipe Replacement Program. 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.