From time to time, the County issues enforcement orders to ensure landowner premises and properties remain in compliance with building codes. Provincial grants and local support services exist for seniors, low-income landowners or community members with disabilities who are unable to physically repair a violation or afford its associated costs.
Compliance Supports for Seniors
Age-appropriate property improvement grants and resources
Application Assistance and Advice from the County
Need a bit of help finding — or applying for — the right type of funding? County staff will do their best to help you navigate the process. If you need any assistance making use of the grant programs below, please contact the County's Community Services department at 780.785.3411 (toll-free 1.866.880.5722) or LSAC (@) LSAC.ca.
Community Services staff can help you navigate the grant application process.
REQUIREMENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Please note that income thresholds and other eligibility requirements for the grant programs described on this page are subject to change at the provincial level. As you review this information, please follow the links to the respective grant websites to confirm requirements.
Please note that income thresholds and other eligibility requirements for the grant programs described on this page are subject to change at the provincial level. As you review this information, please follow the links to the respective grant websites to confirm requirements.
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Alberta Seniors Benefit
Seniors who have lived in Alberta for 10 years and are receiving Old Age Security (OAS) and Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) can qualify for this monthly benefit in addition to their federal income benefits. After you fill out an application, you could qualify if you are a single senior with an annual income of $27,300 or less or a senior couple with a combined annual income of $44,335 or less.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Alberta Seniors Benefit you must:
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be 65 years of age or older (benefits may start the month of your 65th birthday)
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have lived in Alberta for at least 3 months immediately before applying
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be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
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receive the Old Age Security pension from the Government of Canada
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meet financial eligibility criteria
If you and/or your spouse/partner have chosen to defer or delay receipt of Old Age Security (OAS), you are not eligible for seniors financial assistance programs.
Use the Seniors Benefit Estimator to help determine your eligibility for Seniors Financial Assistance programs. You do not need to share any personal information to use the calculator.
Contact Info
To connect with the Alberta Supports Contact Centre:
Hours: 7:30 am to 8 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Toll free: 1.877-644-9992
Address:
Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program
PO Box 1200 STN Main
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2M4
To clarify details or confirm eligibility requirements, visit the links associated to each program or contact MLA Shane Getson.
Residential Access Modification Program (RAMP)
The RAMP program provides up to $7,500 for one year, with a maximum of $15,000 over ten years for projects that help those with disability issues continue to live in their own homes. Eligibility is single adults is $36,900, with a maximum of $94,500 for families.
Eligibility Requirements
You may be eligible for a RAMP grant if you are:
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A Canadian citizen or permanent resident who has lived in Alberta for 90 continuous days
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An Albertan of any age who uses a wheelchair or a senior (65+ years) who uses a 4-wheel walker on an ongoing basis
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Living with a progressive neuro-degenerative disease including:
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multiple sclerosis
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muscular dystrophy
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ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease)
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COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
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Parkinson's disease
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Alzheimer's disease
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spina bifida
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spinal cord injuries
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non-recovering stroke
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A homeowner, tenant or living with family
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An Indigenous person living off- or on-reserve
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Within the income guidelines listed below for your family size
Contact Info
To connect with RAMP:
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Phone: 780-427-5760 (Edmonton and area)
Toll free: 1-877-427-5760 (Alberta)
Email: css.ramp@gov.ab.ca
Address:
RAMP
Community and Social Services
PO Box 808, Edmonton Main
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2L4
To clarify details or confirm eligibility requirements, visit the links associated to each program or contact MLA Shane Getson.
SNA Program
This program is designed to assist seniors with some of the cost of appliances and some health and personal supports. A single senior with a total annual income of $27,300 or less or a senior couple with a total combined annual income of $44,335 or less can qualify to receive up to $5,000 per year.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for this program you must:
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be 65 years of age or older
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be an Alberta resident
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be a Canadian citizen or have been lawfully admitted to Canada for permanent residence
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meet financial eligibility criteria
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have provided a Seniors Financial Assistance application
Contact Info
To connect with the Alberta Supports Contact Centre:
Hours: 7:30 am to 8 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Toll free: 1.877-644-9992
Address:
Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program
PO Box 1200 STN Main
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2M4
To clarify details or confirm eligibility requirements, visit the links associated to each program or contact MLA Shane Getson.
Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program
This program allows eligible senior homeowners to voluntarily defer all or part of their residential property taxes, including the education tax portion. This is done through a low-interest home equity loan with the Province.
Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility is not based on your income. To be eligible for this program, you must:
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be 65 years of age, or older (only one spouse/partner needs to be at least 65)
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be an Alberta resident, having lived in the province for at least 3 months
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own a residential property in Alberta and the home must be your primary residence (the place where you live most of the time)
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have a minimum of 25% equity in your home to allow the government to secure the loan and ensure repayment when the loan is due
Property eligibility
Only residential properties are eligible for the Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program.
The following will also be considered:
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mobile and manufactured homes on residential property owned by the senior
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residential portions of farmland and
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residential portions of commercial property
If there are outstanding municipal property tax amounts owed from previous years, you can still apply for a loan, as long as you have a minimum of 25% equity in your home.
grant applications
HANDS-ON HELP
Looking for a bit of guidance selecting or applying for the funding programs best suited to your situation? Our Community Services team is standing by to simplify the process. Contact us today!
CONTACT THE COUNTYSeniors Home Adaptation and Repair Program (SHARP)
This program proovides Low-interest home equity loans for home adaptations and renovations to help seniors stay in their homes longer. Seniors can receive a loan of up to $40,000 to make renovations to their primary residence. The maximum household income for this home is $75,000. and applicants must own at least 25% of their primary residence.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for this program you must:
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Have an annual income of $75,000 or less
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Be 65 years of age or older – only one spouse/partner needs to be at least 65 – and listed as a registered owner of a residential property in a Land Titles Office
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Be a Canadian citizen, or have been lawfully admitted to Canada for permanent residence
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Be an Alberta resident, having lived in the province for at least 3 months
With consent, income information is collected directly from the Canada Revenue Agency.
Contact Info
Connect with the Alberta Supports Contact Centre:
Hours: 7:30 am to 8 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Toll free: 1-877-644-9992
Mailing address:
Seniors Home Adaptation and Repair Program (SHARP)
PO Box 1050 STN Main
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2M1
To clarify details or confirm eligibility requirements, visit the links associated to each program or contact MLA Shane Getson.
