Steps for I&R:

1. Click on 'program name' links below for applicable utility to check funding availability. Read any following text for other details/programs to refer caller to. If out of funds, it may be also noted on this listing in red.

2. Read through the record for program details.

The following utilities are used in Bruce County. Availability of funds may change throughout the year
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Hydro One, Enbridge Gas Inc. (including former Union Gas customers): refer caller to LEAP Program (energy assistance program for emergency financial assistance). Intake is completed by the United Way Simcoe Muskoka - to apply, call 1-855-487-5327.

• If program is out of funds OR caller has already utilized OR additional funds are required, also refer them to Bruce County Housing Stability Fund.

Wood, Oil, Propane, Wood Pellets: when funds are available, 2-1-1 completes the intake for United Way of Bruce Grey Wood, Oil and Propane Utility Assistance Program. If program is out of funds OR caller has already utilized program OR additional funds are required, also refer them to Bruce County Housing Stability Fund.

Water and Sewer: when funds are available, 2-1-1 completes the intake for United Way of Bruce Grey Water and Sewer Utility Assistance Program. If program is out of funds OR caller has already utilized program OR additional funds are required, also refer them to Bruce County Housing Stability Fund.

Westario Power: When funds are available (for customers in Bruce, Grey, Huron and Wellington counties), refer to Bruce County Housing - Westario Utility Assistance Program (LEAP).

• If LEAP funds are exhausted, refer BRUCE COUNTY residents to Bruce County Housing Stability Fund. For other counties, refer to applicable Homelessness Prevention Program

For Northern/South Bruce Peninsula only - The Salvation Army, Wiarton may be able to assist with emergency utility requests (limited funds).

Above programs are for low-income families and individuals living below the poverty line.

For energy audit and free energy upgrades to reduce energy usage and cost, see Enbridge Home Winterproofing and IESO Energy Affordability Programs.