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Niagara (Region of). Community Services Department - Housing Stability Benefits

Ontario Works (OW) and Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients may qualify for assistance with rental/mortgage arrears or last month's rent.

Individuals or couples are eligible for a maximum of $900 once every 24 months. Families with children are eligible for a maximum of $1600 once every 24 months.

Application

  • OW recipients must contact their Casemanager
  • ODSP recipients apply online through the Discretionary Benefits Portal. Individuals who cannot access the portal can apply directly through the Ontario Works Discretionary Team by calling 905-641-9960 ext 6072.

Eligibility

Niagara residents receiving Ontario Works (OW) or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) benefits.

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Physical Access

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Fees

None
211 Ontario

This information comes from 211Ontario.ca, a project of Findhelp Information Services. They are always updating their information, which comes from community databases across Ontario. Please use this form if you don’t see your agency listed or you have general feedback about this tool.