November 30, 2022 – Government of PEI: The Province, in partnership with the Salvation Army, is offering financial support to Islanders who need help paying for their home heating costs.
The PEI Home Heating program is open for applications to eligible Islanders and will now operate on a year-round basis. Starting on December 1, the PEI Home Heating Program benefit will be increased by $200 per household increasing eligibility up to $1,200.
“No one should be in a position where they have to choose between heating their homes or to go without a basic need,” says Social Development and Housing Minister Matthew MacKay.
“With oil and other costs continuing to rise, this financial assistance is intended to ease the burden on families, seniors and individuals who need it most.”
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