East Gwillimbury (EG) offers a Snow Removal Financial Assistance program to help seniors and residents with disabilities cover snow removal costs during winter. Eligible residents who hire a service provider to remove snow from their driveways and/or walkways over the winter season can apply for a $150 financial grant. 75 grants are available.

Once residents have hired and paid for a snow-clearing service provider, they may submit their application with proof immediately. Qualifying applicants will be issued a cheque following the review and processing of their application. Payment should be expected within four to six weeks.

Who is Eligible?

To qualify for the program, the applicant must meet the following:

  • 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 will be approved.
  • Only 75 grants are available for the 2025/2026 winter season.

For more information, email Customer Service or call 905-478-4282.

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted in-person at the Civic Centre (19000 Leslie Street), Sports Complex (1914B Mount Albert Road) or Health and Active Living Plaza (160 Jim Mortson Drive) during regular facility hours.

Applicants are required to bring the following documentation with them when applying:

  • Print and complete the application form*
  • Proof of age (65 years and older) such as a birth certificate, driver's licence or passport
  • Proof of disability (for residents 64 years and younger) such as a provincial disability permit or a note from a doctor (on doctor letterhead)
  • Proof of payment to a service provider for all of or part of this winter season (should include the service providers information and residents home address)
  • Proof of residence using a property tax roll number or utility (water) bill

Download the application 

*If you are unable to print the document at home, please bring all the required documents and a Customer Service representative will assist. Printed copies of the application form are available at the Civic Centre, Sports Complex, and both library branches.