We try to accommodate all Elliot Lake residents in recreation, cultural programs and transit services regardless of financial constraints. Our Affordable Access Policy helps deliver programs that are:
- Affordable
- Inclusive
- Responsive to need
The policy provides reduced rates to some of our programs and facilities. You may qualify for the program based on your income level.
Please note that this card is available to residents and their dependents living in Elliot Lake ONLY.
Access Card
If you have a household income below the government issued low-income cut-offs (LICO), you may be eligible for an Affordable Access Card. You can present this card and receive discounted prices when registering for buying transit or recreation passes, and/or purchasing pet tags .
You can fill in our online access card application form or visit City Hall to pick up a copy.
You may either submit the completed form (including a copy of the applicable Notices of Assessment for each applicant 18 years of age or older) online or bring or mail the completed application form (filled in by hand) along with copies of the required Notices of Assessment (originals will not be accepted) in an envelope, addressed to Affordable Access, to City Hall located at 45 Hillside Drive North.
Please note that ALL Canada Revenue Notices of Assessment will be destroyed once your application status has been determined.
If any clarification is required a City of Elliot Lake staff member will contact you within 3 business days.
Your application will be either approved or denied within 5 business days and notification will be sent to you at that time. Depending on the answer in the application form, your Affordable Access Pass will either be mailed to you or you will be notified that it is available for pick up at the front desk of City Hall.
For more information on the City of Elliot Lake's Affordable Access Program please see Information Guide for the Affordable Access Program to Recreation & Transit.
Affordable Access Card Application
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where can I use my Affordable Access Card? |
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Residents with an affordable access card will pay less for: Monthly Bus Passes, Pet Tags, 10 session Aqua-Fit classes, group swimming lessons (under the age of 14), Bronze Medallion and Cross classes and National Lifesaving courses, after school Swim and Craft classes and the Be a Leader Program, Senior's 3, 6 and 12-Month Pool and Gym passes, Children's 3, 6 and 12-Month Swim passes and Children’s Summer Day Camp (does not include Camp outings). |
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Each year after you file your income tax, you will receive a NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT (NOA) from Revenue Canada. Your NOA will come to you in one of two ways, either by mail or by Revenue Canada’s (CRA) website through the MY ACCOUNT portal. If the amount of your income at Line 15000 of your NOA is lower than the Low Income Cut-Offs (LICO) before tax for your family size you will qualify for either 50%, 75% or 90% off the price of any of the above mentioned city programs. Please note that all NOAs must be included for all household members under the age of 25. See the income chart below which was based on 2020 NOA. The new 2021 chart will be set by Revenue Canada in July 2022. Please note that all household income will be considered and spouses may not apply separately. Low income cut-offs before tax
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In order to keep you and city staff safe during these times, you may now apply either online on the City’s website www.elliotlake.ca Select I Want to then select Apply then select Affordable Access Card and fill out the form and upload a copy of your Notice of Assessment. Or use this button to bring up the Don’t have access to a computer? No problem. You may pick up a copy of an application form at either the Public Library or at the City Hall front desk. Simply fill out the application and mail it or drop it off in an envelope to City Hall with a copy of your NOA. Do not include your original NOA as all documents received by the City will be destroyed right after they are reviewed for qualification. Whichever method you use to apply for your card, it can be mailed directly to you at the address provided on your application form. Once you receive your card please sign it and the next time you are in city hall or the library ask them to laminate it so it will not get bent or ripped in your wallet or purse. |
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Still have questions? |
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If you have any questions please contact the city at affordableaccess@elliotlake.ca or call 705-848-2287 ext. 2104. We’ll be happy to help you through the process. |
Other affordable access options
You can also choose to use other affordable access options such as:
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