Financial Assistance Program | Township of Wilmot

Financial assistance is available for local individuals who wish to participate in Township of Wilmot programs but may not have the financial means to do so. Eligible participants receive credit towards Township recreation programs and affiliated minor sports and arts programs.

Eligibility

To qualify for assistance the applicant must have been a resident of the municipality for a period of not less than six months. Proof of residency is required.
Only programs offered within the Township of Wilmot and by Township-affiliated organizations are eligible.
Eligible participants may receive program credits up to a maximum of $200.00 per participant per calendar year. Eligibility is determined by the income guidelines chart referenced below.
Credits may be applied toward registration fees for approved programs and activities.

Application Process

Applying for financial assistance is now easier than ever through our secure Online Application Portal. If you require a hard copy of the application, you can obtain it at the Wilmot Recreation Complex or the Township Administration Complex. Applications are valid for 1 year. Before starting the application, please ensure that you have proof of income, and proof of residency ready to include with your submission. Acceptable documentation is outlined below.

Proof of Income

Applicants may provide any of the following documents for proof of income:

Canada Revenue Agency Notice of Assessment (most recent tax year) showing name and Line 15000.
Ontario Works (OW) statement, including address and eligibility card.
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) statement, including address portion.
Documentation for additional income not shown on a Notice of Assessment (e.g., child support).

Proof of Residency

Applicants may provide any of the following documents for proof of residency:

Utility bill (water, gas, hydro, internet, etc.)
Ontario driver’s licence
Ontario photo card
Lease agreement
Municipal tax bill

Program Funding

Funding for this annual program is provided on a first-come, first-serve basis through the Township's Community Grants Program. The program is capped at $2,500 per annum.

The amount of assistance will be based on total family income criteria as follows.

Number of persons	100%	75%	50%	25%
1	Under 22,175	22,175 - 23,277	23,277 - 24,456	24,456 - 25,683
2	Under 30,133	30,133 - 31,638	31,638 - 33,220	33,220 - 34,879
3	Under 37,666	37,666 - 39,546	39,546 - 43,599	43,599 - 45,784
4	Under 43,928	43,928 - 46,121	46,121 - 48,428	48,428 - 50,851
5	Under 47,988	47,988 - 51,356	51,356 - 52,909	52,909 - 55,550
6 or more	Under 52,049	52,049 - 54,653	54,653 - 57,388	57,388 - 60,257

Contact us for more information on the program or to find out how you can donate to this fund.