Partnership between Brandon Neighbourhood Renewal
Corporation (BNRC) and Manitoba Hydro.
Program Overview
 Program Goals:
 Increase participation in energy efficient opportunities
 Reduce energy burden for households
 Customer Benefits:
 Reduced Energy Bills
 Increased Home Comfort take advantage of Manitoba
Hydro’s Affordable Energy Program (AEP)
 Includes Affordable Energy Program (AEP) and Pay as
you Save (PAYS) financing.
Affordable Energy Program (AEP)?
 What does the program cover?
 What are the income thresholds?
 What do I have to submit as proof of income?
 What are the specific requirements?
 Troubleshooting
PAY as you SAVE financing (PAYS)?
 How does PAYS work?
What does AEP Cover?
 Energy Review of home (including giveaways)
 AEP covers four things:
 Attic Insulation
 Basement Insulation
 Wall Cavity Insulation
 Furnace
 With the exception of the Furnace ($570) all of this is
done for free including installation.
What are the Income Thresholds?
Qualifying Household Income
(LICO x 125%)
Household Size
Total Income
(before deductions)
1 person
$29,826
2 people
$37,133
3 people
$45,650
4 people
$55,425
5 people
$62,863
6 people
7 or more
persons
$70,898
$78,934
What do I have to submit as
proof of income?
 As proof of income AEP requires
 Income Tax Return (T1) for the most recent year.
 Notice of Assessment (NOA) for the most recent year.
 Statement of Business if you have your own business.
For those who get their tax returns done this is usually
included in the return.
What are the specific
requirements?
 Home – single-detached houses, townhouses, row
houses, and mobile homes on permanent foundations.
 Owner – must own the property for a year after the
upgrades are completed.
 Attic - must be below an R-30 and not contain
vermiculite (asbestos).
 Basements - only uninsulated bare walls will be
framed insulated and vapor barriored. There must be a
minimum of 200 sq. ft.
What are the specific
requirements?
 Wall Cavities – blown in cellulose. Cavities must be
empty and have enough cavity room (2 inches).
 Furnaces - are eligible if they are standard efficiency
furnaces (60% or less). The cost including installation
is $9.50 per month (or $570).
 A list of possible contractors will be provide for you to
choose from. Only these contractors participate in the
AEP program.
How does PAYS work?
 Objective of PAYS is to use the energy savings of the
upgrade to pay for the upgrade.
 PAYS financing covers everything AEP covers as well as
drain water heat recovery systems and toilets (with other
qualifying upgrade)
 PAYS financing is available for homeowners or rental
property owners regardless of income.
 It is transferable from one owner to the next.
Troubleshooting
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Hope Switzer
B – 440 Rosser Ave,
Brandon MB R7A 0K3
Office: (204) 729-2492
Cell: (204) 720-3451
Email: [email protected]
Partnership between Brandon Neighbourhood Renewal
Corporation (BNRC) and Manitoba Housing
Programs for Homeowners
Four programs to help homeowners:
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HRAP (for major renovations)
RAD (to accommodate a disability)
Front and Paint (minor repairs to front of home)
MERPH (emergency repair program)
One program to help landlords renting to low-income tenants make
repairs:
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RHIP (major renovations)
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RAD (to accommodate a disability)
3.
Front and Paint (minor repairs to front of the building)
HRAP
Homeowner Renovations Assistance Program
Homeowners receive $16,000 - $20,000 for major repairs. (based on income)
Eligible Repairs: Structural, Electrical, Plumbing, Heating and Fire Safety
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Forgivable loan after 5 years (loan reduces each month)
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Homeowners live in Brandon – house or mobile home)
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Household income must fall within the program limits
Maximum Household Income Limits
*Based on who is in the household. Does not relate to number of bedrooms in
the home.
1 Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms
3 Bedrooms
4+ Bedrooms
$25,500
$31,000
$40,500
$45,500
Example:
Couple, no children in the home: 1 bedroom
Single parent with 1 child
2 bedrooms
Single parent with 2 daughters
3 bedrooms
Couple with 1 daughter and 1 son 4 bedrooms
Funding:
$16,000 - $20,000
HRAP process
1.
Apply for program with required documents.
2.
Home inspector looks at your home and builds a work
description.
3.
Get 2 quotes from contractors for the required repairs.
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Once you have approval for your quotes, get repairing!
5.
Submit receipts when work is complete.
RAD
Residential Adaptations for Disabilities
For making improvements to accommodate a disability or
limitation.
A lot like HRAP:
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Forgivable loan after 5 years (loan reduces each month)
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Homeowners live in Brandon – house or mobile home
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Household income must fall within the program limits (Same as
HRAP)
Front and Paint
A maximum $1,500 grant for making minor repairs to the front of
your home.
 Eligible repairs:
Windows & Doors, Painting, Exterior steps, Front
porches, Architectural repair, Fencing, Eavestroughing,
shingles, cleaning of exterior brick or stone, Landscaping:
including sod, shrubs, trees and plant beds and more.
 Eligible Applicants:
Live in the BNRC zone and own their home
Household income is $49,999 or less
Front and Paint Process
1. Application is made with proper documentation, “before” pictures,
pictures of neighbouring homes and two quotes for the repairs to be
made.
2. Committee reviews applicants and approves grants.
3. Homeowners make repairs and send receipts and “after” pictures of
repair.
4. Homeowners must pay equity before the final cheque is sent.
5. Homeowners complete a survey about their experience.
MERPH
MB Emergency Repair Program for Homeowners
Up to $5,000 for homeowners to make emergency repairs.
Eligibility:
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home is in need of emergency repair and is your
primary residence.
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Financial eligibility is the same as HRAP and RAD
1 Bedroom
2 Bedrooms
3 Bedrooms
4+ Bedrooms
$25,500
$31,000
$40,500
$45,500
Summary
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HRAP (for major renovations)
RAD (to accommodate a disability)
Front and Paint (minor repairs to front of home)
MERPH (emergency repair program)
** Can’t receive assistance if you’ve already made the
repairs.
** I’m here to help you!
Leanne Petrin
Housing Coordinator
Brandon Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation
Ph: 729-2493
Email: [email protected]
A Project of the Brandon Community Food
Assessment
Brandon Community Food
Assessment
What is a Good Food Box
 Non-profit community
buying club
 Cooperative buying system
 Through bulk buying Good
Food Boxes lower grocery
bills and improve access to
fresh produce
 Long term food strategy
and distribution model
How distribution works
 Neighbourhood depots
 Pre-selected produce
 Bi-weekly Schedule
 Packed with the help of
 Pre-pay depot
volunteers
 Seasonal and best value
coordinators
 Accompanied with a
newsletter
Sample Sizes and Costs
Small box (good for 1 person)
$ 8-10
Medium box (good for 2-3 people)
$ 12-15
Large box (good for 3-5 people)
$18-20
Sample Boxes
Small Box
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1 green pepper
2 lbs potatoes
1 red pepper
1.5 lbs apples
1 head romaine
2 lb bag onions
1 bunch broccolli
1.5 lb bag oranges
1 bunch bananas
½ basket tomatoes
Large Box
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2 green peppers
4 lbs potatoes
1 red pepper
3 lbs apples
1 head romaine
2 lb bag onions
1 bunch broccolli
3 lb bag oranges
1 bunch bananas
½ basket tomatoes
1 bulb garlic
Benefits
Savings of 25%-35%
depending on the size of
box
Increases food access
Improves nutrition
Reduces disease and
long term health costs
Fosters community
development
Reduces isolation
Engages community
members
Summary
 The Brandon Good Food Box Committee is
establishing a program for Brandon
 The Good Food Box Program hopes to launch in the
Fall of 2015
 If you are interested in being involved, as a depot, or
keeping informed of the progress contact project
coordinator
Erin May
Community Food Assessment Coordinator
Brandon Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation
410 9th Street, Brandon, MB
204-726-1513