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Residential Rat Abatement Pilot Program
Residential rat abatement rebate for property owners
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- Funding available
- $ 200
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program offers property owners a rebate of up to 50% of extermination service costs, to a maximum of $400 per property. It supports residential rat abatement work carried out by licensed pest control providers.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $200
- Maximum share of project costs
- 50%
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- All legal structures
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residential property owners.
Eligible expenses
- Exterior pest control services for the buildings only.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Pest control services for the interior of the dwelling.
- Pest control services for accessory structures.
Eligible geographic areas
- R1, R2, RW1, RW2 or HR.
Activities funded
- Residential rat abatement on eligible properties.
- Exterior property inspection by a by-law enforcement officer.
How to apply
- Step 1: Submit intake form
- Complete the Residential Rat Abatement Program Intake Form.
- Identify rat sighting locations and suspected origin on the property.
- Step 2: Property inspection
- A by-law enforcement officer reviews the application and contacts the owner to schedule an exterior inspection.
- Correct any by-law violations before proceeding.
- Step 3: Hire exterminator
- Obtain services from a licensed Ontario exterminator recognized by the Ontario Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks.
- Step 4: Submit proof of payment
- Provide evidence that the pest control company has been paid in full.
- Step 5: Receive rebate
- The Municipality pays the rebate directly to the property owner after the required documentation is received.
Documents Needed
- Residential Rat Abatement Program Intake Form.
- Proof that the pest control company has been paid in full.
Selection criteria
- Residential property status.
- Compliance with municipal by-laws.
- Completion of required property corrections.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed after submission.
- A by-law enforcement officer schedules and completes an exterior inspection.
- By-law violations must be corrected before the process can continue.
- The rebate is paid directly to the property owner after required documents are received and reviewed.
Additional information
- Funding is available until the 2025 allocation is exhausted.
- Communication support is provided through social media and the municipal website.
Contacts
Official sources
Supporting document
Legal and Legislative Services
Frequently Asked Questions about the Residential Rat Abatement Pilot Program Program
What is the Residential Rat Abatement Pilot Program?
This program offers property owners a rebate of up to 50% of extermination service costs, to a maximum of $400 per property. It supports residential rat abatement work carried out by licensed pest control providers.
How much funding can be received?
Residential Rat Abatement Pilot Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $200 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Residential Rat Abatement Pilot Program program?
To be eligible for the Residential Rat Abatement Pilot Program program, you must:
The property must be residential and zoned R1, R2, RW1, RW2 or HR.
No outstanding Property Standards, Yard Maintenance, or other municipal by-law violations are allowed.
The property owner must use a licensed Ontario exterminator recognized by the Ontario Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks.
What expenses are eligible under Residential Rat Abatement Pilot Program?
Exterior pest control services for the buildings only.
Who can I contact for more information about the Residential Rat Abatement Pilot Program?
You can contact Municipality of Lakeshore by email at Bylaw@Lakeshore.ca or by phone at 519-728-2700.
Where is the Residential Rat Abatement Pilot Program available?
The Residential Rat Abatement Pilot Program program is available the province of Ontario.