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Water Fixture Subsidy Program (income qualified)

The City of Brandon is offering a Water Fixture Subsidy Program to help income-qualifying residents upgrade to more water-efficient homes! Qualified applicants can receive up to $350 to purchase and install a new low flow toilet (6L or less), helping to conserve water and reduce utility costs. 

 

Why Participate?

  • Save money on your water bill with an efficient, low-flow toilet.
  • Reduce water waste and contribute to sustainability efforts in Brandon.
  • Get financial support to make your home more eco-friendly.

 

Who Can Apply?

You may qualify for the subsidy if your total household income (before deductions) falls at or below the following limits:

 Number of people  Total Income
 1 person  $45,333
 2 people  $56,437
 3 people  $69,384
 4 people  $84,239
 5 people  $95,543
 6 people  $107,757
 7 or more people  $119,972

 

How do we verify your income?

We require a copy of your notice of assessment for the most recent tax year. All occupants are included (adults and children) as people in your household to decide your income limit.

 

Before you Apply:

Ensure you are eligible using the combined household incomes of the people that live at your residence, based on your most recent notice of assessments. Ensure that your current toilet is not already a low flow toilet (less than 6L).

 

Apply for the Subsidy

  1. Apply for the program here and provide all required information.
  2. Submit your most recent notice of assessment from the Canadian Revenue Agency.
  3. Take a “before” photograph of your toilet and keep it to submit it online. 

 

After you Apply

4. After you receive a confirmation of approval email, purchase a low flow / efficient toilet (less than 6L) (keep your receipt)
5. Install it yourself or hire a plumber to install it (save your invoice)
6. Take an “after photo” of your installed photo and submit it online
7. Submit receipts for toilet, installation work and before and after photos of the toilet online or in person at 638 Princess Avenue and receive your subsidy within four to six weeks.

 

Important Information: If the cost of the toilet/s and installation exceeds $350, you will pay for the remaining portion. If the cost of your toilet and installation is less than $350, you will receive the exact combined cost of the toilet purchase and service invoice.

Free Efficiency Manitoba Upgrades:
If you qualify for the Water Fixture Subsidy, you are also eligible for free upgrades from Efficiency Manitoba.

The Energy Efficiency Assistance Program offers:

  • A free home energy check-up
  • Free insulation, energy efficient showerheads, aerators and air sealing products
  • Natural gas furnace and boiler upgrades
  • Electric Air Source Heat Pump Retrofit (for those with electric heating)
     

Water Audits 

Regular water audits can save you money by catching leaks early and reducing your water bill. Complete your home water audit yourself in 10 easy steps using the Home Water Audit Guide. 

pdf icon Water Audit Guide (2.56 MB)

 

Resources

pdf icon Water Fixture Subsidy Program Information PDF (137.4 KB)
Online Permits
CityView Portal