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Simcoe County, Corporation of - Social Housing - Housing Retention Program

Assists with first/last month's rent and moving/storing expenses.

May assist with rental and mortgage arrears when the individual has been issued a N-4 and is facing eviction.

May also assist with utility arrears including hydro, gas, water - must have a disconnection notice, as well as oil, propane or wood.

A combined maximum of $1500 for eligible singles/couples and $3500 for eligible families in a 24-month period may be available.

Requests for financial assistance will be considered based on individual circumstance and available funding. Applications are completed over the phone.

Application

Interested applicants can call to make an application.
  • Additional information (lease agreement, 30-day bank statements, N4, disconnection notice, quotes etc.) may be required for the application.
  • Applicants will be advised of the required documentation which can be submitted in person or via e-mail.
  • Once the information is received, a caseworker will call the applicant to determine eligibility. Processing times do vary.
  • If an applicant requires the support of a community agency to complete any part of the application, consent from the applicant is required.

    • Eligibility

    Low-income households including working individuals, OW, ODSP, CPP, EI, WSIB recipients. Call for more specific eligibility criteria.

    Languages

    Interpretive Services

    Physical Access

    Fully Accessible

    Fees

    None
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    Address

    Administration Centre, 1110 Hwy 26, Springwater
    ON L9X 1N6

    Telephone

    • Office: 705-722-3132 ext 1833

    Website

    https://www.simcoe.ca/OntarioWorks/Pages...

    Email Address

    Hours

    Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
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