Programs & Services
Utility Relief Program
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Utility Relief Program
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible for the Utility Relief Program, you must:
We’re pleased to help residents apply for a utility relief subsidy. The Utility Relief Program is funded by the City of St. Albert and administered by the St. Albert Community Village on behalf of the City.
The Utility Relief Program is a one-time subsidy, credited directly to your utility account or deposited directly to your bank account. The amount of the subsidy depends on your household type and does not affect those on income support.
2024 Applications must be received by the St Albert Community Village no later than December 2, 2024.
In Addition, Your household’s total annual income must be at or under the Core Needs Income Threshold (CNIT):
| Family Status | CNIT Household Threshold - 2022 |
|---|---|
| Individual with no dependents | $37,000 |
| Couple with no dependents | $44,000 |
| Couple/Individual with 1 dependent | $54,000 |
| Couple/Individual with 2 dependents | $67,000 |
| Couple/Individual with 3 dependents | $71,500 |
Note: All Members of your household must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents. Households with family members under private sponsorship agreements are not eligible while the sponsorship agreement is in force.
How to Apply:
Please follow these steps:
1. Confirm your eligibility.
Please refer to the section above located on this page
2. Complete the application form
2024 St Albert Relief Program Application form (PDF)
3. Attach supporting documents
St. Albert Utility Relief Program Application Document Checklist (PDF)
Note: Processing time may be delayed if your application is incomplete. Incomplete applications will be held for 30 days to allow time to gather missing material.
After 30 days, you will need to submit a new application, with new supporting documents. Therefore, before submitting your application, review the document checklist to ensure that all required paperwork is included.
4. Submit your application.
Once you complete your application, you may send it in to the following address:
St. Albert Food Bank and Community Village
Utility Coordinator
St. Albert Food Bank and Community Village
30, 50 Bellerose Drive
St. Albert, AB T8N 3L5
You’ll be notified by phone or email once your application has been reviewed.
For more information check out the Frequently Asked Questions or contact: