United Way Bruce Grey Pauses Utility Assistance Applications Amid Rising Demand

United Way Bruce Grey pauses Utility Assistance applications amid rising demand

The organization has already exceeded its budget for the year by roughly $15,000 in just the first half of the year.

United Way to temporarily pause utility assistance program

The United Way is pausing new intakes for its utility assistance program until July 2 due to unprecedented demand and limited funding.

United Way of Bruce Grey Announces Temporary Pause on Utility Assistance Program Applications

May 29, 2026 The United Way of Bruce Grey has announced a temporary pause on new intakes for its Utility Assistance Program until July 2, 2026, due to unprecedented demand pressures and limited available funding resources. The program supports households in Bruce and Grey Counties experiencing emergency heating insecurity related to propane, furnace oil, and cord wood. These heating sources are not fully covered through existing provincial utili…

United Way of Bruce Grey announces Temporary Pause on Utility Assistance Applications

The United Way of Bruce Grey has announced a temporary pause on new intakes for its Utility Assistance Program until July 2, 2026, due to unprecedented demand pressures and limited available funding resources. The program supports households in Bruce and Grey Counties experiencing emergency heating insecurity related to propane, furnace oil, and cord wood. These heating sources are not fully covered through existing provincial utility assistance…