Small Business Pandemic Relief Program

📋 Eligible Entities - Small businesses served by Hydro One in Ontario - Businesses that have experienced pandemic-related financial hardship - Enterprises with overdue energy bills dating back to March 17, 2020 or later - Businesses unable to meet regular payment obligations due to COVID-19 impacts ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: Up to $1,500 per business - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (financial relief, not a loan) - Payment Structure: Flexible payment plans available for outstanding balances - Matching Requirements: None specified ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Payment of overdue energy bills accumulated since March 17, 2020 - Outstanding Hydro One utility charges only - No other business expenses are eligible under this program ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Business must demonstrate pandemic-related financial impact - Overdue energy bills must exist as of the application date - Applicant must be a current or former Hydro One customer with unpaid amounts - Flexible payment plans are offered as part of the relief package - Funds are specifically allocated to resolve energy debt, not general business operations - Program is limited to Hydro One service territory in Ontario