Snow Clearing Operations Answering Your Questions About Snow Removal Financial Assistance Snow Clearing OperationsSection Menu In this section Roads and TrafficCyclingRoad SafetyPermits and ApplicationsMaintenance Programs Snow Clearing Operations Sidewalk Snow ClearingSnow Removal FAQsSnow Removal Financial AssistanceSnow Removal Financial Assistance FAQsCurrently selectedSnow Contact InformationResident GuideWinter Parking RestrictionsWinter Operations OverviewLevels of Service Road ResurfacingLeaf Vacuum ProgramStreet Sweeping Planning and Projects Environmental Assessments Resident Info CentreEngineering and ConstructionNational Public Works WeekProject UpdatesConstruction ProjectsRoad ClosuresCapital Construction Project Updates Page Content What is the Snow Removal Financial Assistance Program?Qualifying homeowners or primary renters who are senior citizens and/or people with physical disabilities can apply for the Snow Removal Financial Assistance program to help with costs of hiring someone to remove snow from their sidewalks and driveways. Who qualifies for the Snow Removal Financial Assistance grant?Be 65 years of age or older at the date of application or be an applicant with a permanent physical disability. The owner or primary renter must occupy the property on which the application is made.Not have claimed a credit on any other property for the same winter season. Not live in a condominium dwelling whereby all snow removal is the direct responsibility of the condominium corporation.Only one application per municipal address may be approved.How do I apply for the program?To apply for the program, fill out the Snow Removal Financial Assistance Program Application and return it to the address below. Click here for Snow Removal Assistance Application. You can send completed application/reimbursement forms and receipts by mail or drop off at: City of Brampton, Public Works 1975 Williams Parkway, Brampton ON L6S 6E5 You can also drop off completed forms and receipts at: Service Brampton — City Hall Kiosk 2 Wellington Street West, Brampton ON L6Y 4R2 We are also accepting a fax or scanned email copy of your completed forms and receipts: Fax: 905-874-2599 Email: srfap@brampton.caIs there a deadline for submitting the application?The City of Brampton must receive the application for the grant by April 30, 2024. What is the maximum grant an applicant can receive?Qualifying applicants may receive a grant based on their property type as follows: Non-corner lot properties - up to a maximum of $300. Corner lot properties with sidewalks on two sides of the property and where both sidewalks are not cleared by City forces - up to a maximum of $400. All other corner lot properties - up to a maximum of $400.How do I submit receipts for reimbursement?If you are a qualifying applicant, keep track of how much you have paid someone to clear the snow from your property. Use the reimbursement form that came with the application. If you require a reimbursement, download the form here. You can send completed application/reimbursement forms and receipts by mail or drop off at: City of Brampton, Public Works 1975 Williams Parkway, Brampton ON L6S 6E5 You can also drop off completed forms and receipts at: Service Brampton — City Hall Kiosk 2 Wellington Street West, Brampton ON L6Y 4R2 We are also accepting a fax or scanned email copy of your completed forms and receipts: Fax: 905-874-2599 Email: srfap@brampton.caIs there a deadline for submitting the reimbursement form?The City of Brampton will not process reimbursement forms received after July 31, 2024.My snow clearing service provider requires advanced payment. When is the earliest I can submit my reimbursement form?If you hired a snow-clearing service provider and you need to pay for the service in advance, you may submit your reimbursement form immediately; however, the City will not process the reimbursement forms until January. What will the City accept as proof of snow clearing service?A cash receipt for each occurrence of service is preferred; however, the City will accept a cash receipt for a one-time seasonal fee. If your snow-clearing service provider does not provide receipts, ensure that each occurrence of service is recorded on the reimbursement form including the date of service, the cost incurred and the service provider’s signature. Who can I hire to clear snow from my sidewalk(s) and driveway?The City of Brampton only provides the financial assistance for clearing snow from sidewalk(s) and driveways, not the service. Residents are responsible for finding their own service provider.Who do I contact for inquiries regarding the Snow Removal Financial Assistance Program?Contact 311 Brampton for more information (TTY for hearing impaired 905.874.2130) Related Links Snow Operations Home Social Media Image
