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Low Income Seniors and Low Income Persons with a Disability – Water Relief Program
Water bill credit for eligible seniors and persons with disabilities
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Up to 20% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides a water bill credit for eligible low-income seniors and persons with disabilities. Eligible applicants may receive a credit of 20% of water billed in the previous year, applied to the account the following January.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Up to 20% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
Location
- Kawartha Lakes
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Completed program application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Low-income seniors.
- Low-income persons with a disability.
- Property owners in Kawartha Lakes.
Eligible expenses
- Water charges billed in the previous year.
Eligible geographic areas
- Kawartha Lakes, Ontario.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Eligible applicants receive a credit on their account.
- The credit is applied to the first bill in the following year.
- No refund is issued in cash.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted each year by September 30.
- The credit is applied to the account the following January.
- No refunds are issued for this program.
- Application forms are available at Municipal Service Centres and City Hall.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Low Income Seniors and Low Income Persons with a Disability – Water Relief Program Program
What is the Low Income Seniors and Low Income Persons with a Disability – Water Relief Program?
This program provides a water bill credit for eligible low-income seniors and persons with disabilities. Eligible applicants may receive a credit of 20% of water billed in the previous year, applied to the account the following January.
How much funding can be received?
Low Income Seniors and Low Income Persons with a Disability – Water Relief Program Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Low Income Seniors and Low Income Persons with a Disability – Water Relief Program program?
To be eligible for the Low Income Seniors and Low Income Persons with a Disability – Water Relief Program program, you must:
Eligible senior or person with a disability
Low-income property owner
Apply by September 30
Who can I contact for more information about the Low Income Seniors and Low Income Persons with a Disability – Water Relief Program?
You can contact City of Kawartha Lakes or by phone at 705-324-9411.
Where is the Low Income Seniors and Low Income Persons with a Disability – Water Relief Program available?
The Low Income Seniors and Low Income Persons with a Disability – Water Relief Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Low Income Seniors and Low Income Persons with a Disability – Water Relief Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Low Income Seniors and Low Income Persons with a Disability – Water Relief Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Low Income Seniors and Low Income Persons with a Disability – Water Relief Program?
Low Income Seniors and Low Income Persons with a Disability – Water Relief Program is funded by City of Kawartha Lakes