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Organization:
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Prescott and Russell. Social Services - L'Orignal Office - LEAP Emergency Financial Assistance
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Phone Numbers:
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Hydro One Customers Toll Free 1-855-487-5327
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Address:
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PO Box 303
L'Orignal, ON
K0B 1K0
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Street
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59 Court St
L'Orignal
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Intersection:
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John St and Longueuil St
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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United Way of Greater Simcoe County Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm
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Service Description:
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Access centre to apply for LEAP (Low-Income Energy Assistance Program) one-time emergency financial assistance * program runs throughout the year * maximum grant is $650 per fuel per household per year ($780 for electrically heated homes) * grant is credited directly toward energy bill * agency can arrange a 21-day hold on a disconnection notice while a case is being assessed * all decisions can be appealed
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Call United Way of Greater Simcoe, toll-free, at 1-855-487-5327 or visit uwsimcoemuskoka.ca
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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May be available to low-income customers of Hydro One experiencing difficulty paying current arrears * decision will be based on several factors including long-term viability of the account * a disconnection notice may not be required to be eligible * clients can only apply for LEAP once per calendar year
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Languages:
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English ; French
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Area Served:
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Prescott and Russell United Counties
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Last Updated:
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8/14/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=211967
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