Heat Bank Haliburton County

Under the umbrella of the Central Food Network, we assist households across the County (with wood, fuel or hydro emergencies) to keep the heat on. Wood can be difficult to coordinate on an emergency basis in terms of delivery and finding adequate amounts that are properly seasoned. By building a network of trained volunteers with access to regional wood storage locations with year-long promotion, we are hoping to increase access for those in need as well as reducing the work of frontline community workers so that they can focus on other priorities. The end result is a community brought together by the common interest of ensuring we are able to keep as many people warm as possible. Purpose Heat Bank Haliburton County's objective is to increase the supply of and ease of access to emergency firewood / heat for vulnerable residents of Haliburton County. Guiding Principles o We believe that having access to adequate home heat is a basic right for all. o We believe that timely access to appropriate supports can promote self-sufficiency. o We believe that by working together to help each other, we strengthen our community and improve the overall health, welfare and happiness of Haliburton County. o We believe that everyone should be able to access safe and appropriate heat in a way that respects human dignity.