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Natural Gas Expansion Program
Supports natural gas expansion in Ontario
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
August 4, 2020
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Increase production or service capacity
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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
- Expansion of natural gas distribution infrastructure.
- Community-level natural gas access projects in Ontario.
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Communities in Ontario.
- Municipalities.
- Utilities and gas distributors.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
- Rural communities
- Northern communities
- Indigenous communities
Selection criteria
- Ability to connect the greatest number of customers.
- Broad coverage across Ontario.
- Economic feasibility.
- Average annual savings for households.
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.
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.
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.
What expenses are eligible under Natural Gas Expansion Program?
Expansion of natural gas distribution infrastructure.
Community-level natural gas access projects in Ontario.
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