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Program:
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District of Rainy River Services Board - Fort Frances Office - LEAP Emergency Financial Assistance
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Phone Numbers:
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807-274-5349 Ext 306
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-265-5349
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Fax:
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807-274-0678
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Address:
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450 Scott St
Fort Frances, ON
P9A 1H2
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Location:
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- Located at Scott St across the street from Safeway
- Closest intersection is at Scott St and Armit Ave
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4 pm
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Public Contacts:
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Shelley Shute - Director of Integrated Services
807-274-5349 Ext 306 * shelley.shute@rrdssab.ca
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Service Description:
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Delivers LEAP Emergency Financial Assistance on behalf of the Ontario Energy Board (OEB)- Delivers a one time emergency financial assistance to Atikokan Hydro and Fort Frances Power customers
- Maximum grant is $650 in emergency assistance for their electricity bills ($780 if the home is heated electrically) - grant is credited directly toward electricity bill
- Agency may be able to arrange a hold on a disconnection notice while a case is being reviewed
- All decisions can be appealed
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Contact local Ontario Works office of community of residence
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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- May be available to low-income customers of Atikokan Hydro and Fort Frances Power Corporation (and unit sub-metering providers) experiencing difficulty paying current arrears
- Decision will be based on several factors including long-term viability of the account
- Disconnection notice is not required to be eligible
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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District of Kenora, District of Rainy River
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Last Updated:
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12/10/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=141432
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