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Low-Income Financial Assistance
Financial help for essential health and funeral costs
Latest source updateLast Update: May 15, 2026Latest change: The application instructions now emphasize required documents, online and third-party submission options, and updated contact pathways.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Latest change: The application instructions now emphasize required documents, online and third-party submission options, and updated contact pathways.
Low-Income Financial Assistance application changes
Low-Income Financial Assistance now places much more emphasis on how to apply, including updated submission steps, document upload options, and third-party document handling. The page also highlights required supporting documents and adds clearer contact and portal instructions, including 311 access and upload pathways.
Funding available
$ 3,600
Deadline
Closed
Location
Acton, Burlington, Georgetown, Milton, Oakville, Montérégie, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Halton Region provides one-time financial assistance for low-income residents facing funeral or health-related costs. Support may include dental care, eyeglasses, medical equipment, medications, and funeral expenses, with some benefits offering maximum funding amounts.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,600 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Acton, Burlington, Georgetown, Milton, Oakville
- Montérégie
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- One-time financial assistance for funeral costs
- Health-related support for dental, vision, and medical needs
- Coverage for assistive devices, medical equipment, and supplies
- Support for selected medications and related health items
Documents Needed
- Proof of address
- Proof of income
- Proof of status in Canada
- Government-issued photo ID
- Medical or vendor documentation, when required
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Halton residents
- Low-income individuals and households
- Adults needing health-related support
- Residents needing funeral assistance for a deceased Halton resident
Who is not eligible
- Residents who do not meet the financial eligibility requirements
- Residents seeking reimbursement for unapproved purchases
- Residents in homes for special care, hospitals, or long-term care facilities for certain bath aid support
Eligible expenses
- Funeral costs, including burial or cremation
- Dental care for eligible residents
- Prescription eyeglasses and vision care items
- Medical supplies, equipment, and assistive devices
- Eligible medications and related supplies
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Items or services purchased before approval
- Bath mats, canes, and handheld showerheads
- Eye exams, blood work, and medical tests
- Orthopedic shoes, braces or splints, and mouth guards
- Over-the-counter medication and vaccines not covered by OHIP
Eligible geographic areas
- Halton Region
- Burlington
How to apply
- Step 1: Check eligibility
- Use the online application tool for health-related benefits or funeral assistance.
- Review the information required for your specific support request.
- Step 2: Prepare supporting information
- Gather personal details and supporting documents.
- Collect any required medical or vendor documentation.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Apply through the online tool, by phone at 311, or through the available submission options.
- Upload, mail, or deliver supporting documents to Halton Region.
- Step 4: Wait for approval
- Do not purchase any item or service before receiving approval.
- Use only approved vendors or approved billing arrangements where required.
Processing and Agreement
- Eligibility is checked using the online application tool.
- Applications are reviewed after submission with supporting documents.
- Applicants are notified whether support is approved before any purchase.
- Only approved expenses are covered.
Additional information
- Approval is required before purchasing any item or service.
- Applications can be submitted online, by mail, in person, or by phone.
- Applicants may need documentation from a medical professional or vendor, depending on the benefit requested.
- Third-party document uploads are available for medical professionals and vendors with a Halton 311 business account.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Low-Income Financial Assistance Program
What is the Low-Income Financial Assistance?
Halton Region provides one-time financial assistance for low-income residents facing funeral or health-related costs. Support may include dental care, eyeglasses, medical equipment, medications, and funeral expenses, with some benefits offering maximum funding amounts.
How much funding can be received?
Low-Income Financial Assistance Funds up to $3,600 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Low-Income Financial Assistance program?
To be eligible for the Low-Income Financial Assistance program, you must:
Halton residents only
Low-income eligibility required
Pre-approval needed before purchase
What expenses are eligible under Low-Income Financial Assistance?
One-time financial assistance for funeral costs
Health-related support for dental, vision, and medical needs
Coverage for assistive devices, medical equipment, and supplies
Support for selected medications and related health items
Who can I contact for more information about the Low-Income Financial Assistance?
You can contact Halton Region (HATCH) by email at accesshalton@halton.ca or by phone at 311.
Where is the Low-Income Financial Assistance available?
The Low-Income Financial Assistance program is available Montérégie, Ontario.
Is the Low-Income Financial Assistance a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Low-Income Financial Assistance is a Other Support