Emergency Energy Fund

The Emergency Energy Fund (EEF) provides financial assistance to low-income families/individuals, including social assistance recipients and people on fixed incomes, facing energy-related emergencies.

The EEF will cover eligible costs equivalent to a maximum of two months of energy  arrears, and the security deposit and reconnection fees related to natural gas, oil and other forms of energy.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

You must:

1. complete an Application Form;

2. have proof of income;

3. verify expenses for which the Application is being made (copies of bills and/or Disconnection Notice);

4. provide an explanation of circumstances, surrounding the need to access EEF;

5. provide information as to other resources/avenues sought to rectify the situation; and

6. provide a plan as to how he/she will prevent the situation from recurring.

Please note an individual is eligible for Emergency Energy Funding only once in a lifetime.

For more information Please contact the Integrated Intake Worker @ 807.274.5349 ex.222