Programs and Services

At the Town of Caledon, we are committed to supporting you, our residents, with programs and services geared to your needs. If you are over the age of 55, you may want to try one of our 55+ recreation programs

Looking for housing or financial supports? Check out our Housing and Living page for information and resources. 

Are you in need of additional support or assistance? Find a list of resources and transportation supports on our Adult 55+Services page.  

Did you know?
You can find upcoming programs, events and information sessions specifically for older adults on the Town's events calendar.

Snow Removal Programs 

Please note that due to the high volume of applications received, it may take longer than anticipated to process your request. We appreciate your patience during this time.

The Town of Caledon is pleased to offer residents 65+ two snow removal support programs to help ensure that you can age well and age in place for as long as possible. The Snow Removal Financial Assistance Program and the Windrow Removal Program are designed to support the clearing of the snow during winter months for older residents and persons with a physical disability. 

Please see below for more information on the programs and how to apply.

Please note: The Snow Removal Financial Assistance Program and the Windrow Removal Assistance Pilot Program are not eligible to be combined.

If you have questions about the programs or require assistance with your application please call 311 or email info@caledon.ca.  

Snow Removal Financial Assistance Program - Updated! Starting November 29, 2023

Updated! Starting November 29, 2023 proof of low-income is no longer required for residents 75+ to qualify for the Snow Removal Financial Assistance Program. If you meet the remaining qualifications listed above you may qualify for funding.

The Town offers a Snow Removal Assistance program to support eligible low-income older adults (65+), and low-income persons with disabilities to safely access their private driveways, stairs and walkways during various winter weather events. The Town will provide assistance in the form of a financial grant to qualified applicants to support the purchase of snow removal services. Residents will receive a maximum rebate of $500.

Program Eligibility: 

  • Be 65 years of age or older by the date of application and receiving Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) OR be younger than 65 years of age by the date of application and receiving Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP); and 
  • Be responsible for the removal of snow from your own property and do not live in a condominium complex, apartment or similar dwelling whereby all snow removal is the direct responsibility of the condominium or property management corporation; and 
  • Confirm that no abled-bodied persons under the age of 65 capable of removing snow from the property reside at the address of the application; and
  • Sign/Agree to the Snow Removal Financial Assistance Program Waiver provided in the application.

Please Note: this program is not eligible to be combined with the Windrow Removal Assistance Pilot Program.

Click Here to Apply for Snow Removal Financial Assistance

If you have questions about the programs or require assistance with your application please call 311 or email info@caledon.ca.  

Windrow Removal Assistance Pilot Program - Now Closed

As part of the Age-Friendly Caledon Action Plan the Town of Caledon has approved a pilot program to provide driveway windrow clearing to 200 older adult (65+) residents who require assistance in clearing the snow windrow from their driveway and who meet a set of requirements.

A windrow is the pile of snow at the end of the driveway created by the snowplows when they clear the road.

Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria outlined within the application which will be confirmed through an on-site inspection by the Town. Applicants can expect service after an accumulation of 8cm at the end of the driveway within 24 hours after the roads being cleared per snow event from January 1, 2024 to March 31, 2024. The snow cleared from the end of the driveway shall then be stored within the boulevard. The snow shall not be removed from the area by the Town.

Residents will be required to apply to the program annually to qualify for this service program.

You will receive confirmation via email/phone once your application has been reviewed and approved. The payment to be made to the Town of Caledon shall be an annual non-refundable fee of $200.00.

Program Eligibility Requirements:
• All occupants of the residence must be 65+ years of age; and
• Program is eligible for driveways on Town local, urban roads only; and
• The end of driveways must be cleared of all obstacles including landscape features, trash cans, gates/fencing and parked cars; and
• Applications to be reviewed and approved on a first-come, first-serve basis up to 200 residences; and
• Successful applicants will pay a non-refundable fee of $200.00 for the service annually.

Please note: this program is not eligible to be combined with the Snow Removal Financial Assitance Program.

Click Here to Apply for the Windrow Removal Assistance Pilot Program

If you have questions about the programs or require assistance with your application please call 311 or email info@caledon.ca.  

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I qualify for the Snow Removal Financial Assistance Program and the Windrow Removal Assistance Pilot Program?

A: No. Residents can only qualify for one program to ensure equity for all those interested in applying.

Q: What is the Snow Removal Financial Assistance Program?

A: This program grants qualifying $500 towards a snow removal contract with a service provider of their choice. To apply, click here.

Q: What is Guaranteed Income Supplement?

A: For residents 65 - 74 applying for the Snow Removal Financial Assistance Program you will be required to provide proof of GIS. Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) is a monthly payment you can get if you are 65 or older. The Supplement is based on income and is available to Old Age Security pensioners with low income. Click here to learn more about GIS

Q: What is the Windrow Removal Assistance Pilot Program?

A: This program offers windrow removal services (provided by the Town of Caledon) for qualifying residents on a first-come, first-served basis up to 200 residents. A non-refundable fee of $200 applies. To apply, click here.

Q: What is a Windrow?

A: A windrow is snow left at the bottom of the driveway after road crews have cleared the travelled portion of the road.

Snow Angels Canada 

Snow Angels Canada is an 'experiment in kindness' established to assist older residents and persons with physical disabilities with snow removal during the winter months.

This FREE service is an alternative to traditional snow removal methods (snowplows etc.). Use the online platform to volunteer to clear snow and to request your driveway to be cleared. More information is available online at: snowangelscanada.ca 

Snow Angels Canada is a community initiative, but not a Town of Caledon run program. The Town does not have any control of this initiative, and is providing information only for interested members of the Caledon community.

Social Groups/Services

Looking to get out and socialize? Consider joining one of the social groups/services in Caledon specifically for Adults 55+.

 Social Groups
  • Amintro is a free friendship-making digital platform for adults over the age of 50 looking to find new friends.
  • Caledon Lions Club hosts a variety of events and supports local organizations and businesses in the Caledon community. 
  • Caledon East Seniors Club hosts a variety of social events throughout the year, including card game nights.
  • Caledon Seniors Centre is a non-profit organization that offers a variety of programs, events and social activities for senior residents in the Caledon. As of 2018 the Town has partnered with Caledon Seniors Centre to offer Satellite Programs in Caledon East, Caledon Village, Mayfield West, Inglewood and Alton. 

  • Caledon Seniors Council advocates for seniors at the local, provincial and federal levels of government. They also offer weekly social activities for their members.
  • Bolton and District Lions Club hosts a variety of events and supports local organizations and businesses in the community.
  • Bolton District Probus Club is a seniors club that hosts regular monthly meetings and events.
  • Palgrave United Community Kitchen offers a wide variety of 55+ programs and food based sessions in their certified kitchen.
  • Terra Cotta Community Centre provides community activities and events for residents within Terra Cotta.
 Health and Support Services 

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