Ontario Renovates

Ontario Renovates is sponsored by Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (delivered through local municipalities). Ontario Renovates provides grants and forgivable loans to help low- to moderate-income seniors and people with disabilities make their homes safer and more accessible. Covered modifications include bathroom modifications, ramps, widened doorways, handrails, and non-slip flooring.

Applications now open for 2026 Ontario Renovates home repair and accessibility funding | City of London Applications now open for 2026 Ontario Renovates home repair and accessibility funding The City of London is now accepting applications for 2026 Ontario Renovates program.

This program provides financial assistance to eligible homeowners aged 60 or older and individuals with disabilities to help maintain safe, accessible, and affordable housing. Funded through federal and provincial housing programs, Ontario Renovates offers a one-time forgivable loan of up to $25,000 to assist homeowners with essential home repairs and accessibility modifications.

For approved accessibility projects, the first $5,000 is provided as a grant. The program is designed to support low-to-moderate income homeowners who require financial assistance to address critical repairs, improve home safety, and enhance accessibility, enabling residents to remain in their homes and communities for longer.

"Ontario Renovates is an incredibly valuable program and a great example of how government funding can have a direct and lasting impact on residents," said Matt Feldberg, Director, Municipal Housing and Industrial Development.

"The program helps seniors and individuals with disabilities complete essential home repairs and accessibility improvements that might otherwise be out of reach, allowing them to maintain safe, accessible homes and continue living independently in the communities they call home. These improvements not only enhance quality of life but also help preserve affordable housing options across London and Middlesex County.

” Examples of eligible repairs and accessibility modifications*: Accessibility modifications: Levered handles on doors and faucets Height adjustable countertops * All projects are subject to program approval. Funded by the provincial and federal governments and administered by the City of London Municipal Housing and Industrial Development division, the program provides support to eligible homeowners in London and Middlesex County.

Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis until available funding has been fully allocated. Eligible homeowners are encouraged to apply early to maximize their opportunity for financial assistance. For full program details, eligibility criteria and application forms visit london.

ca/ontariorenovates .

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