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Natural Gas Expansion Program
Supports natural gas expansion in Ontario
Record updated
- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program supports the expansion of natural gas access in Ontario, with a maximum amount not specified in the source. It covers natural gas expansion projects intended to connect new communities and customers.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Increase social or community impact
- Increase production or service capacity
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Ensure financial sustainability
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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Availability timeline
2021
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Communities in Ontario.
- Municipalities.
- Utilities and gas distributors.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
- Rural communities
- Northern communities
- Indigenous communities
Activities funded
- Expansion of natural gas distribution infrastructure.
- Community-level natural gas access projects in Ontario.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare project submission
- Develop information on a potential natural gas expansion project.
- Coordinate with municipalities, utilities, and gas distributors as needed.
- Step 2: Submit to the Ontario Energy Board
- Provide the project submission to the OEB for review.
- Step 3: Await review and announcement
- The OEB compiles submissions for ministry review.
- Selected projects are announced by the Government of Ontario.
Selection criteria
- Ability to connect the greatest number of customers.
- Broad coverage across Ontario.
- Economic feasibility.
- Average annual savings for households.
Processing and Agreement
- Submissions were reviewed by the Ontario Energy Board and compiled for ministry review.
- Selected Phase 2 projects were announced after the review process.
- Some projects could begin only after permits and other approvals were obtained.
Additional information
- The program was created under the Access to Natural Gas Act, 2018.
- Phase 2 project selections were announced on June 9, 2021.
- The program aims to expand access in rural, northern, and Indigenous communities.
Official sources
Frequently Asked Questions about the Natural Gas Expansion Program Program
What is the Natural Gas Expansion Program?
The program supports the expansion of natural gas access in Ontario, with a maximum amount not specified in the source. It covers natural gas expansion projects intended to connect new communities and customers.
Who is eligible for the Natural Gas Expansion Program program?
To be eligible for the Natural Gas Expansion Program program, you must:
Ontario natural gas expansion project.
Area without gas distribution access.
Requires additional financial support.
Where is the Natural Gas Expansion Program available?
The Natural Gas Expansion Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Natural Gas Expansion Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Natural Gas Expansion Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Natural Gas Expansion Program?
Natural Gas Expansion Program is funded by Government of Ontario