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Building supply store -- accepts and sells new and used building supply materials and household items

Salvage Program -- Volunteer salvage crew recover re-useable materials at no cost including kitchen and bathroom fixtures, kitchen cabinets

Pick-up of donations and large items is available throughout Durham Region

• ReStore cannot accept all donations and reserve the right to refuse items upon inspection
• items must be readily accessible (outside or in a garage) for the drivers

Volunteers and community work together to build affordable housing and promote home ownership


Home Ownership Program
Partners in home ownership, work with volunteers to build an affordable home

ReNew It
0% financed loan to cover home repairs that are needed to maintain health and safety

ReStore
Accepts and sells new and donated building supplies

Salvage Program
Volunteer salvage crew recover re-useable materials at no cost including kitchen and bathroom fixtures, kitchen cabinets

Building supply store -- accepts and resells new and used building supplies, furniture, home decor, plumbing and electrical supplies

COVID19 -- retail sites moved online, in-person services closed



Volunteers organize donated money, materials and people to build homes in partnership with low income working persons in need of simple, decent houses

• houses are sold to selected homeowner partners at cost with a no down payment, no-interest mortgage (mortgage payments are recycled to build other homes)
• future homeowner partners work a minimum of 500 volunteer hours as sweat equity

ReStore locations within Toronto -- sell new and gently used building material or furnishings to the public

• material donations can be picked up during store hours:

ReStore East York (155 Bermondsey Rd, 647-276-5690),
ReStore Etobicoke (700 Kipling Ave, 647-910-4350),
ReStore North York (1120 Caledonia Rd, 647-276-0880),
ReStore Scarborough Centre (1181 Kennedy Rd, 647-910-5650)
ReStore Studio District (3 Carlaw Ave, 647-276-0580)

Also stores in Brampton, Durham Region and York Region, see separate listings

Financial assistance for assistive devices -- subsidizes mobility equipment, ramps, tub transfer benches, wheelchairs (both manual and electric), grab bars, seat cushions, commodes, beds, transfer boards, bath chairs, computer software

Subsidized gym memberships -- for persons with disabilities

Accessible gym equipment-- funded by RH Mobility and housed at Ed Sackfield Fitness Centre

Community development -- works with other organizations to foster inclusion and create new programs and events for persons with disabilities

COVID19 -- LIFE sessions and After Stroke programs are being offered virtually


Community-based rehabilitation and advocacy; affordable supportive housing for people with physical disabilities

Attendant Care Services -- non-medical assistance with activities of daily living

MODC Non-Profit Housing -- supportive care in 6 unit house, capacity 8, in Meynell House with additional houses around Ontario

Assistive Devices Program, 1-866-765-7237 -- financial assistance for adults to purchase or repair devices that increase their mobility and functional independence; may also assist with information or resources to assist in locating additional funding sources

Pop can tabs collection program -- proceeds support Assistive Devices Program

Home and Vehicle Modification Program, 1-877-369-4867 or 1-877-369-HVMP -- financial assistance (up to $15,000) for basic home and vehicle modifications for permanent Ontario residents with a substantial impairment expected to last one year or more

Acquired Brain Injury Services -- life skills, communication, community integration, emotional and behavioural support, vocational support, recreation

Conductive Education -- for people with neurological motor disorders; physical rehabilitation and education to train the brain and the body

DesignAbility, 1-800-263-3463, ext 7211

• volunteers work with persons with mobility challenges to craft creative, custom-built solutions to overcome barriers to work, play, personal hygiene and other daily activities
• no charge, except for building materials

LIFE (Learning Independence for Future Empowerment) -- skill-building transition sessions to provide support to young adults with a disability

Post-Polio Canada, polio@marchofdimes.ca, www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/programs/postpolio -- in-person and virtual support services, resources and information for polio survivors

After Stroke, afterstroke@marchofdimes.ca, afterstroke.ca -- person-to-person support, educational opportunities and community-based programs designed to provide connection to other people, hope and life after stroke

Business and training services for other non-profit agencies

Volunteers build custom-designed solutions and modification to help meet the daily needs of people with mobility issues and to maintain independence to the greatest extent possible. Projects are taken on if there is no commercial solution available or the cost of a commercial solution is prohibitive.

Provides funding to eligible applicants for basic home and/or vehicle modifications which enables children and adults with mobility restrictions to continue living in their homes, avoid job loss, and participate fully in their communities.

COVID19 -- Essential operations including responding to consumer inquiries

Electricity disconnection ban -- Disconnection for non-payment by residential customers banned until the end of the emergency order, extended to July 31

• low-volume, small business customers are also protected by the ban
• the OEB is calling on distributors to be more flexible on arrears payment arrangements

Time-of-use pricing -- customers on time-of-use (TOU) pricing pay regular rates as of Feb 23, 2021

COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) and COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program for Small Business (CEAP-SB) -- One-time on-bill credit that households, small businesses and charities can apply for to pay down electricity debt

• apply through your local utility, applications reopened on October 16, 2020 and residential customers do not need to be unemployed to apply
• for information COVID19 Energy Assistance Program

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Regulates, licenses, monitors and inspects energy industry participants including natural gas and electricity utilities

• investigates potential violations and enforces regulations
• regulates rates charged to customers and regulates rebates to consumers
• online inquiry and complaint forms
• online energy industry information and resources including lists of licensed gas marketers and electricity retailers, and bill calculators for electricity or natural gas usage
• Help for Low Income consumers -- summary of programs, www.oeb.ca/rates-and-your-bill/help-low-income-consumers
• consumer newsletters and brochures

Residential customers -- disconnection for non-payment is banned from November 15 to April 30 of the following year

• electricity providers are required to reconnect customers without power before the start of the disconnection ban period and waive any charges due to reconnection, including Collection of Accounts service fees
• for more details www.oeb.ca/newsroom/2017/ban-disconnection-homes-winter-customers-electricity-distributors-frequently-asked

Affordability Fund -- assists electricity customers who do not qualify for low-income conservation programs N.B. not accepting new applications

• affordabilityfund.org

Energy efficiency incentive programs, funding and rebates to do upgrades to conserve home energy

Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate Plus Program (HER+) -- refunds up to $10,600 for completing 2 or more home energy saving upgrades including insulation, air sealing, window and door replacement, heating and cooling and hot water

• visit website for more information on eligible renovations and amount of refund by renovation
• program replaces Canada Greener Homes Grants in Ontario

Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) -- low interest loans up to $75,000 for home energy improvement for homes in City of Toronto only

• loans to cover cost of improving home energy use such as high-efficiency furnaces and boilers and/or air conditioners,tankless water heaters, air source heat pumps, window and door replacement, basement/attic/exterior wall insulation upgrades and other energy improvements
• financing is attached to the property, not to the property owner
• may be combined with other energy incentive programs

Maximizes functionality of all people regardless of age and ability, and provides opportunities for people with disabilities by bridging gap between funding and services

Programs and Services

• attendant care funding
• orthotics and prosthetics
• physiotherapy and suit therapy
• provides information on modifications for home accessibility
• estate planning workshops
• martial arts

Information and referral for City of Toronto services and programs


COVID-19 -- check website for information on how the current public health situation may affect City facilities, programs and services

• March 22, 2022 -- Toronto City Hall, and Civic Centres for North York, Scarborough, Etobicoke and York are now fully open to the public and face mask requirement has been lifted

Click here for changes to City services during the COVID-19 pandemic

• City of Toronto's response to COVID 19, including information on current health situation, lockdown status, vaccination booking, link(s) to city's immunization clinics
• COVID 19 MEDIA ROOM, including bylaws and special orders, information on enforcement

For Animals and Pets, including Animal Enforcement and Assistance CLICK HERE


BusinessTO Support Centre -- provides advice and resources to help businesses respond to the economic impact of COVID-19

• one-on-one virtual support to help businesses complete applications for Government of Canada COVID-19 funding programs
• to access the BusinessTO Support Centre CLICK HERE

For Bylaw Enforcement CLICK HERE


For Bylaws, Directives and Orders related to COVID-19 CLICK HERE


For Cool Spaces Near You CLICK HERE


Emergency Energy Fund -- financial assistance for low income residents with energy disconnections due to late payment of bills

• call Neighbourhood Information Post at 647-727-8988 or for more information CLICK HERE

For information on Emergency Preparedness and Public Safety Alerts CLICK HERE


For Financial and Employment Support CLICK HERE


For Garbage and Recycling CLICK HERE


For Graffiti and Postering bylaw information CLICK HERE


For information on Grants, Incentives and Rebates CLICK HERE


Hardship Fund -- for low income residents who are not receiving social assistance

• help with health-related expenses such as eyeglasses, emergency dental work, medication, walkers
• call 416-338-8888 or CLICK HERE

For Low or No Heat or other vital services (hydro, gas, water) in rental units CLICK HERE


Home Energy Loan Program -- low-interest loans to homeowners for energy retrofits

• loan is repaid through installments on the property tax bill
• call 416-392-1826 or CLICK HERE

For information on Marriage licenses CLICK HERE


Newcomer Service Kiosks -- information and referral to interpretation and translation services, employment training, community services, schools, health care

• locations throughout Toronto
• call 416-338-0688
• during Covid19, services provided virtually or by phone

For Noise Bylaw CLICK HERE


For Property Standards bylaw CLICK HERE


For Property Taxes and Utilities CLICK HERE


Property tax and water bill relief programs -- for low-income seniors and low-income people with disabilities

• call 311 Tax Utility Inquiry Line

For Roads and Road Maintenance CLICK HERE


Safe City Program - first aid and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation/defibrillation) training available from Toronto Paramedic Services CLICK HERE



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Sidewalk snow removal -- service for wherever the City does not clear the sidewalks

• for seniors and persons with disabilities in Toronto, East York, Etobicoke and North York wishing more information form CLICK HERE

For Streets, Parking and Transportation CLICK HERE


For Trees issues CLICK HERE


For Water issues CLICK HERE


For Winter Services CLICK HERE


For the City's Winter plan for those experiencing homelessness CLICK HERE



For information on Community Councils, Mayor and City Councillors see separate entries

Authorized delivery agent for the Enbridge Gas Home Winterproofing Program and the Save On Energy's Energy Affordability Program in all postal codes starting with L or N.
Provides income eligible individuals (home owners and renters) no-cost energy-saving upgrades such as:

• insulation
• draft proofing
• smart thermostat
• Water efficient showerheads and faucet aerators
• LED light bulbs
• Energy Star refrigerator, freezer, Window AC and dehumidifier replacement

Because these are utility paid conservation programs, there is absolutely no cost to the income eligible household for any of the upgrades and services they may receive.

Authorized delivery agent for the Enbridge Gas Home Winterproofing Program and the Save On Energy's Energy Affordability Program in all postal codes starting with L or N.
Provides income eligible individuals (home owners and renters) no-cost energy-saving upgrades such as:

• insulation
• draft proofing
• smart thermostat
• Water efficient showerheads and faucet aerators
• LED light bulbs
• Energy Star refrigerator, freezer, Window AC and dehumidifier replacement

Because these are utility paid conservation programs, there is absolutely no cost to the income eligible household for any of the upgrades and services they may receive.

Habitat ReStores are non-profit home improvement and building supply stores that accept and resell quality new and gently-used building materials, windows, doors, lighting fixtures, furniture, appliances, home décor items, and accessories.

• Funds generated are used to fund local Habitat for Humanity homebuilding projects in the community
• Each ReStore has its own distinctive inventory of items, which change daily as new items are donated by residents and businesses.
• Much of what is sold are products that are new, gently-used items that would otherwise end up in a landfill

Volunteers organize donated money, materials and people to build homes in partnership with low income working persons in need of simple, decent houses

• houses are sold to selected homeowner partners at cost with a no down payment, no-interest mortgage (mortgage payments are recycled to build other homes)
• future homeowner partners work a minimum of 500 volunteer hours as sweat equity

ReStore locations within York Region -- sell new and gently used building material or furnishings to the public

• material donations can be picked up during store hours:

ReStore Markham (7701 Woodbine Ave, 647-276-3730)
ReStore Newmarket (16715 Yonge St, Unit C, 905-868-8723)
ReStore Vaughan (2180 Steeles Avenue W, 905-532-9510)
ReStore Woodbridge (551 Cityview Blvd, 647-910-4690)

Also stores in Brampton, Durham Region and Toronto, see separate listings

Provides assistance to resident through a range of services for housing related needs, including:

• help to maintain housing
• help to find housing
• help with financial assistance
• help for landlords
• help with support services
• help with emergency housing

Accepts and resells quality new and used building materials, household items, kitchen cupboards.

• Funds generated from the sale of materials support Habitat Northumberland's administrative costs as well as building programs
• All cash donations go directly to building homes
• Accepts donations of all kinds - ends of lines, excess inventory, seconds, left-over and gently used materials from contractors or individuals who might be remodelling a home
• Material pick up available
• Charitable tax receipts are available
• Guest speakers are available to talk about Habitat for Humanity, affordable housing solutions, and the ReStore.

Habitat ReStores are non-profit home improvement and building supply stores that accept and resell quality new and gently-used building materials, windows, doors, lighting fixtures, furniture, appliances, home décor items, and accessories.

• Funds generated are used to fund local Habitat for Humanity homebuilding projects in the community
• Each ReStore has its own distinctive inventory of items, which change daily as new items are donated by residents and businesses.
• Much of what is sold are products that are new, gently-used items that would otherwise end up in a landfill

Referrals to local services to provide maintenance services such as snow removal, lawn maintenance, fall clean up, spring clean-up, eavestrough cleaning and exterior window cleaning * program provides adaptation services within the home once a free in-home safety assessment is completed * minor handyman repairs can be provide if materials are provided

Tenancy Risk Reduction Program - Hoarding and decluttering * email trrs@chats.on.ca

Specialized in home modifications for people with disabilities and seniors * in-home mobility construction and renovations * installation of roll-in and walk-in showers, bathroom and kitchen modifications, ramps and decks, grab bars and railings, wheelchair lifts and elevators, and the widening of doorways and hallways * lighting (light switches and electrical outlets placed in accessible locations), motion-activated lighting (throughout the home and exterior entrances)

Home building organization provides opportunities for families and individuals to move into homeownership affordably.

• Volunteers and community partners work together to build safe, decent, and affordable homes in partnership with working persons in need of affordable housing.
• Home builds are single-family detached houses to multi-unit developments.
• Homes are sold at fair market value with a no down payment mortgage.
• Mortgage payments are geared to income and are recycled to build other Habitat homes.
• Future homeowner partners contribute a minimum of 500 volunteer hours as 'sweat equity'.
• Funds generated at Habitat ReStores are used to fund local homebuilding projects in the community.

The Habitat ReStore - Home improvement and building supply stores that accept and resell new and gently-used building materials, furniture, appliances, home decor items, and clothing and accessories.

• ReStore Locations:
  • Peterborough North, 300 Milroy Dr
  • Peterborough South, 550 Braidwood Ave
  • Lindsay, 55 Angeline St N
  • See separate listings for details

The Peterborough Tool Library - See separate listing for ReStore, 300 Milroy Dr

Habitat ReStores are non-profit home improvement and building supply stores that accept and resell quality new and gently-used building materials, windows, doors, lighting fixtures, furniture, appliances, home décor items, and accessories.

• Funds generated are used to fund local Habitat for Humanity homebuilding projects in the community
• Each ReStore has its own distinctive inventory of items, which change daily as new items are donated by residents and businesses.
• Much of what is sold are products that are new, gently-used items that would otherwise end up in a landfill

COVID19 -- curbside service only

ReStore locations -- sell new and used building material and furnishings to the public

ReVive Boutique -- upcycling centre to recycle and transform donated products and materials that would otherwise go to landfill

• volunteers renew used items or build something new for ReStore to sell

Habitat Handyman -- affordable contractor service for home renovation projects, volunteers may help

Also Habitat for Humanity, Greater Toronto Area offices and ReStores in Brampton or Toronto, see separate listings

Provides home maintenance and property maintenance services.

Services include:

• Home safety, interior and exterior repairs, improvements and installations
• Lawn care, raking leaves and other landscaping
• Snow removal and snow shoveling
• Renovations