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City of Toronto — Sewer Surcharge Rebate Program
Rebate for eligible industrial and commercial water use
Offered by Official source: toronto.ca
City of Toronto
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- Funding available
- $ 175
- Up to 57% of project cost
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program provides a rebate on the sewer portion of Toronto water rates for eligible industrial and commercial users. It supports on-site water use that is not discharged to the sanitary sewer, outdoors, or off-site, and may cover related engineering documentation and verification requirements.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $175
- Maximum share of project costs
- 57%
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Toronto
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Canadians
- Legal structures
- Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise, Sole proprietorship, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Environment
- Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
- Scope
- Municipal
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Industrial businesses
- Commercial businesses
- Institutional organizations
Who is not eligible
- Businesses discharging water outdoors or off-site
- Businesses with sewage discharged to storm sewer systems
Eligible expenses
- Engineering report preparation by an independent licensed professional engineer
- Supporting technical documentation for water-use verification
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Water discharged to sanitary, storm, or combined sewer systems
- Water used outdoors, including irrigation
- Water transported off-site
Eligible geographic areas
- Toronto, Ontario
Activities funded
- On-site industrial, commercial, or institutional water use
- Activities that reduce the amount of purchased water returned to the sanitary sewer
- Annual or tri-annual verification of water consumption and sewage discharge
How to apply
- Step 1
- Submit a letter of intent by email
- Include company name, facility address, contact information, water account number(s), and water meter number(s)
- Step 2
- Prepare the application and required documentation
- Include City forms stamped and certified by an independent licensed Professional Engineer of Ontario
- Submit the application by email within nine months of the letter of intent
- Step 3
- If approved, receive the rebate retroactive to the eligible date
- Submit renewal applications for subsequent years by February 1
Documents Needed
- Letter of intent
- Completed application form
- Detailed engineering report
- City forms stamped and certified by an independent licensed Professional Engineer of Ontario
- Supporting material and documentation
Selection criteria
- Extent of reduced sewage discharge compared with water purchased
- Compliance with the City’s sewer by-law
- Submission of required engineering and verification reports
Processing and Agreement
- The City reviews the application and supporting documents.
- If documentation is incomplete, additional information may be requested.
- Approval is required before the rebate is applied.
- Renewal or verification is required to continue the rebate in future years.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the City of Toronto — Sewer Surcharge Rebate Program Program
What is the City of Toronto — Sewer Surcharge Rebate Program?
The program provides a rebate on the sewer portion of Toronto water rates for eligible industrial and commercial users. It supports on-site water use that is not discharged to the sanitary sewer, outdoors, or off-site, and may cover related engineering documentation and verification requirements.
How much funding can be received?
City of Toronto — Sewer Surcharge Rebate Program Funds up to 57% of admissible expenses, capped at $175 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the City of Toronto — Sewer Surcharge Rebate Program program?
To be eligible for the City of Toronto — Sewer Surcharge Rebate Program program, you must:
Toronto industrial or commercial water customer.
On-site water use for business processes.
Reduced sanitary discharge required.
What expenses are eligible under City of Toronto — Sewer Surcharge Rebate Program?
Engineering report preparation by an independent licensed professional engineer
Supporting technical documentation for water-use verification
Where is the City of Toronto — Sewer Surcharge Rebate Program available?
The City of Toronto — Sewer Surcharge Rebate Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the City of Toronto — Sewer Surcharge Rebate Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
City of Toronto — Sewer Surcharge Rebate Program is a Grant and Funding