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Explains different housing types and how to apply, and directs to other housing-related listings in this directory
* for emergency shelters see separate listing here

NONPROFIT HOUSING
Housing operated to fill a social need, not as a business
* may be owned by government, nonprofits or charities, co-operatives, etc.
* some is subsidized (reserved for people with low income), some is 'market rent' (open to people of any income)
* some is reserved for seniors or people with disabilities (may have supportive services, like meals, personal support, etc.)

How to find and apply to nonprofit housing:
For complete list see Halton Region website here
Details for each listing show how to apply, but in general:
* for most market-rent units, apply directly to individual housing provider
* for most (but not all) subsidized units, apply through HATCH (at Halton Region 905-825-6000, or see separate HATCH listing here)

Halton Housing Help
Contact at Halton Region 905-825-6000 or see separate listing here
* can help explain the housing system, how to search and apply

PRIVATE RENTAL MARKET
Housing that is privately owned, rented as a for-profit business

How to find private rental market housing:
Halton Housing Help
Contact at Halton Region 905-825-6000 or see separate listing here
* provides free help and support to tenants to find and keep rental housing
* posts listings of available housing (see here)

Rental listings can also be found in local newspapers, and on websites such as gottarent, viewit, Kijiji, etc.

YOUTH HOUSING
Bridging the Gap
For youth, ages 16 to 24, who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
* call 905-635-0663 or see full listing here

Community Youth Programs
Offers residential placement for youth, ages 15 to 18, not able to live with family but not ready for independent living
* call 905-845-9718 or see full listing here

Support House
Offers a full range of supportive housing options for youth ages 16 and up with mental health and/or substance use issues
* call toll free 1-833-845-9355 or see full listing here

HELP TO PAY DEPOSITS OR RENT
Halton Region Housing Stability Fund
One-time assistance with basic housing expenses to help people maintain their housing
* call Halton Region 905-825-6000 or see separate listing here

VETS Canada
For Canadian veterans who are in crisis, at risk of becoming homeless, or are homeless
* call toll free 1-888-228-3871 ext 121 or see separate listing here

HELP TO PAY UTILITIES
See separate listings for Gas & Hydro Bill Assistance here

PROPERTY TAX REBATES AND DEFERRALS
Property Tax Rebate (for lower-income seniors or people with disabilities)
See separate listings for Burlington * Oakville * Milton * Halton Hills or contact your local municipal government

Older Adults Property Tax Deferral Program (for lower-income seniors)
* call Halton Region at 905-825-6000 or see full listing here

LEGAL HELP FOR HOUSING
Halton Community Legal Services
Provides free legal assistance to those with low income, for housing and landlord/tenant issues
* call 905-875-2069 or see full listing here

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GBF Community Services

Office: 905-309-5664
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40 Elm St
Grimsby, ON, L3M 4G3 (24km)

Chinese Association of Mississauga

Office: 905-275-8558
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1177 Central Pkwy W, Unit 16
Mississauga, ON, L5C 4P3 (29km)

Peel Multicultural Council

Office: 905-819-1144
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6630 Turner Valley Rd
Mississauga, ON, L5N 2P1 (31km)

Newcomer Centre of Peel

Office: 905-306-0577
Crisis: 416-455-8252
Alternate Crisis: 416-450-8734
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Dundas Towers, 165 Dundas St W, Suite 116
Mississauga, ON, L5B 2N6 (31km)

Community Care of West Niagara

Office: 905-563-5822
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4309 Central Ave
Lincoln, ON, L0R 1B6 (32km)

Short Description

Programs include:

Food Bank: Available once per month for perishable and non-perishable grocery pickup, and once per week for perishable items such as fresh produce, bread and any items we may have an excess of.

Housing: Provides support in completion of Niagara Regional Housing applications. Assesses the need for and makes referrals to partners and emergency shelters.

Utility Assistance: Provides intake for the Niagara Emergency Energy Fund (NEEF) for emergency financial assistance for low income households facing disconnection (gas or hydro). Also provides intake for the Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) to lower electricity bills for low-income households.

Dental Assistance: Brushed Aside partner agency. Provide access to dental care for adults in need of dental treatment for pain/infection or dentures.

Identification Clinic: In partnership with Community Care St Catharines, assists clients with replacing birth certificates, citizenship cards, records of landing, marriage certificates, health cards, and delayed statements of birth. Clients can also access safe storage of identifications.

Trusteeship: In partnership with Community Care St Catharines, provides money management and direct distribution of funds to eligible clients.

Canadian Tire Jumpstart: Provides financially disadvantaged children, aged 4-18 years, with the opportunity to participate in sports and recreational activities.

Back to School Program: Provides a backpack filled with school supplies to children and youth from low-income families. Works in partnership with the Jumpstart Sneaker Program in providing a new pair of sneakers. Clients can call the main number or email clientservices@communitycarewn.ca to register.

Birthday Program: Registered clients can select gifts for their children's birthdays.

CCWN gratefully accepts donations of fresh perishable and nonperishable food items. Please drop off donations at receiving area (rear of building) Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm.

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West Lincoln Community Care

Office: 905-957-5882
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2660 Industrial Park Rd
West Lincoln, ON, L0R 2A0 (33km)

Women and Children Social Networking

Office: 289-521-5313
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3034 Palstan Rd, Unit 305
Mississauga, ON, L4Y 2Z6 (35km)

Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre

Office: 905-629-1873
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Burnhamthorpe Library, 3650 Dixie Rd, Suite 103
Mississauga, ON, L4Y 3V9 (36km)

Short Description

COVID19 -- Call or visit website for COVID-related changes

Multi-service agency

Conflict Resolution Service: for individuals or groups to resolve disputes, disagreements, or concerns through free and confidential community mediation

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) and Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP)

Peel Region lead intake agency for LEAP (hydro) through Ontario Energy Board
pre-screening required, qualifying residents receive appointment to complete the application process
access centre for OESP -- assistance with applications
for more information on LEAP for Enbridge Gas, contact United Way Simcoe Muskoka, 1-855-487-5327

Seasonal Income Tax Clinic -- by appointment

Orientation/Settlement Program

assistance accessing health services, education, English language class referrals, translation and interpretation
orientation and information workshops, referrals regarding government services
assistance filling out government forms including forms for Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
solution-focused counselling
individual advocacy when needed to obtain community and government services
translation of foreign documents for settlement and educational purposes; Commissioner of Oaths for verifying documents

Health and Wellness Support Services for Newcomers -- one-on-one sessions to address stress, depression, anxiety, or loneliness; support groups and workshops; referrals to other mental health services

Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)

English classes, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry
childminding may be available for attendees with children 6 months to 6 years
bus fare for eligible clients
evening and weekend classes

Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS)

assists newcomer students and their families with settling into their schools and communities
outreach program based in elementary and secondary schools from mid-August to end of June

Newcomer Youth Community Engagement (NYCE)

helps newcomer youth learn about Canadian culture and society, and interact with youth their own age
volunteers assist with English language skills, social skills, leadership building activities, life skills workshops

Disability and Settlement Services

for newcomers with a disability
information and referral, advocacy

EarlyON Child and Family Centres -- see separate entries

Growing Together in Peel (CAPC)

for families with young children birth-6 years looking for extra help and living on low incomes
play programs, parenting information, emotional support
nutrition programs/food security

Caregivers' and Seniors Support Program

education, information and referrals for caregivers and vulnerable seniors
language specific groups and groups with people from all cultures offered

Volunteer opportunities

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Links2Care

Community Support Services, Georgetown Office

Georgetown: 1-866-920-6502
Oakville: 1-866-844-0252
Office: Georgetown: 905-873-6502
Acton: 519-853-3310
Oakville: 905-844-0252
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360 Guelph St, Unit 33
Halton Hills, ON, L7G 4B5 (37km)

Short Description

Community support programs in Halton Hills:

information and referral regarding health and social service agencies
assistance and advocacy support to individuals and families experiencing difficulties, especially those who have no other place to go
volunteers prepare income tax returns for people who have a modest income and a simple tax situation
Help with Gas and Hydro Program offers funding to lower income families and individuals who are at risk of having their service disconnected, and have exhausted all other sources of financial aid
needs coordination matches those who need household items with those who are able to provide them
transitional housing is available for families who are homeless * rent geared to income * community support coordinator provides family support
Holiday Hampers provides hampers of children's clothing and toys for families experiencing financial difficulties
Backpack Program provides school supplies to children in need * application available online (apply before August 12) * contact jbattista@links2care.ca
Jumpstart Program (in partnership with Canadian Tire) provides financial help for kids' sports and recreational activities
Fresh Food Box supplies fresh produce monthly at a reasonable cost

Seniors Programs in Halton Hills:

Meals on Wheels, Meals on Ice, Wheels to Meals, congregate dining
letter Carriers alert * provides reassurance and a check on the well-being of those living alone who receive mail delivery to their door * in partnership with Georgetown and Acton postal workers
supportive housing program provides essential support services to eligible seniors living at Lakeview Villa in Acton

Youth Programs:

Off the Wall (Acton)
Open Door (Georgetown)
individual youth and family support available in person, by phone and over the internet

Children's Programs:

Georgetown Parent-Child Centre

Links2Kids School Age Programs

Acton Parent-Child Resource Centre

Parenting Programs:

individual parenting support
parenting programs available through the Parent Child Resources Centres

Care At Home - Hot and Frozen Meals - Program enables older adults and adults with a disability to have access to affordable meals in their home * meals include hot meals (Meals on Wheels), frozen meals (Meals on Ice), volunteers taking people to a local restaurant (Wheels to Meals), and Congregate Dining (designated seniors apartment buildings in Acton and georgetown)

Care In The Community - Care Connections of Halton Hills - A community hub of service agencies sharing space to offer easier access to integrated health and social services * Care Connection Partners include

Services and Programs:

Care At Home - Congregate Dining
Links2Care - Acton - Wallace St
Links2Care - Georgetown - James St
Links2Care - Georgetown - Joseph Gibbons Public School
Links2Care - Georgetown - Park Public School

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Peel Region. Ontario Works

Peel Region. Ontario Works, Mississauga Office

1-800-327-5379
Office: 905-793-9200
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7120 Hurontario St
Mississauga, ON, L5W 1N4 (37km)

Community Care of West Niagara

Office: 905-563-5822
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3831 Victoria Ave
Vineland , ON, L0R 2C0 (38km)

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Albion Neighbourhood Services

Etobicoke Housing Help Centre, South Office

Office: 416-252-5990
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185 Fifth St
Toronto, ON, M8V 2Z5 (39km)

Arab Community Centre of Toronto

Arab Community Centre of Toronto, Etobicoke Head Office

Office: 416-231-7746
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295 The West Mall, Suite 200
Toronto, ON, M9C 4Z4 (39km)

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COVID19 -- all services and programs provided through phone, email, zoom, google meet, what's app and other channels whether in group sessions or individually; location is open by appointment

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Settlement Services

information and referral, housing and legal assistance
translation and interpretation
escort to appointments
counselling for students, individuals and families, liaising with Children's Aid Society
youth counselling and parenting sessions
orientation
Community Connections Mentorship Program -- community support through volunteer befriending, help adapting to community life skills, conversation circles to practice English
credential evaluations - referral to World Education Services (WES)

Refugee Services

referral and assistance with shelter, attendance at inquiry, employment, social, welfare and legal services
social and cultural activities
Ontario Community Participation -- volunteer placement program for Ontario Works recipients

Career Café -- ACCT's Employment Services helps newcomers understand and integrate into the Canadian job market

delivered one on one and in a group setting, both online and in-person
self assessment, writing resumes and cover letters, job search techniques, researching the job market and networking

Youth Services

settlement program encouraging civic participation and integration through a focus on recreation, sport, and mentorship

Toronto Youth Job Corps

full time paid employment preparation program for youth 15-30 years who are out of school, out of work, and require support in obtaining and maintaining employment
5 week pre-employment activities including resume preparation, employment readiness skills, career planning, counselling and referral
8 to 16 week supported placement with an employer in the community, with ongoing support after completing the program
placements are in careers such as sales, administration, construction, or trades

Halftime -- a project for Black youth to help them build resiliency against risk factors of violence

Access Centre for Ontario Electricity Support Program

assistance with applications

Problem Gambling Program

culturally appropriate prevention, education and treatment with outreach and public education to community groups
individual or group counselling for gamblers or those affected by gambling

Domestic Violence Education Program

counselling and referral for victims of family violence

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Links2Care

Community Support Services, Acton Office

1-866-844-0252
519-853-3310 or 905-873-6502
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69 Acton Blvd
Halton Hills, ON, L7J 2H4 (40km)

Short Description

Community support programs:

information and referral regarding health and social service agencies, community groups and organizations, government resources
assistance and advocacy for individuals and families experiencing difficulties, especially those who have no other place to go or those who are unable to access services without assistance
income tax clinics for low income clients
needs coordination matches those in need of household items with those who can provide them
agency accessibility provides office space and an answering service to agencies like counselling agencies - family, teen, addiction, legal, financial
transitional housing is available for families who are homeless * families can stay for a period of two months
a community support coordinator provides family support
Holiday Hampers Program * provides hampers of children's clothing and toys for families who are experiencing financial difficulties in Halton Hills

Winter Warmth Program:

one time financial assistance for eligible low income people who are at risk of going into arrears on their gas bill

Backpack Program:

provides backpacks with school supplies for lower income families in Halton Hills

Services for older adults:

Meals on Wheels, Meals on Ice, Wheels to Meals, congregate dining
home maintenance and repair * may include yard maintenance, snow shoveling, window washing, seasonal house cleaning, odd jobs and minor repairs
telephone assurance * call older adults regularly to provide a safety check and social contact
friendly visiting * volunteer who will visit once a week to provide companionship and conversation
letter carriers alert * provides reassurance and a check on the well-being of those living alone who receive mail delivery to their door * a joint effort between Acton postal workers and Links2Care
client intervention and assistance * provides support for older adults and adults with disabilities who may be at risk due to a critical change in their life situation such as an upcoming eviction, facing homelessness, loss of financial income, or experiencing difficulties within their home setting such as abuse and isolation * contact Seniors Coordinator, (mobile) 905-699-2010 or (office) 905-844-0252
Connection in Action Halton Initiative * focusing on helping adults aged 55 and older who are at risk of or currently experiencing social isolation
supportive housing program * provides essential supports for daily living services to eligible older adults living at Lakeview Villa, 17 Elizabeth Dr, Acton * services may include bathing, dressing, medication reminders, light housekeeping and laundry * contact Marianne, Seniors Coordinator, Supportive Housing at 519-853-9916

Youth programs:
Off the Wall - Acton
Open Door - Georgetown

Children's programs:
Ontario Early Years- Acton Satellite
Ontario Early Years - Georgetown Satellite

Community Volunteer Income Tax Program
Volunteers prepare income tax and benefit returns for eligible Halton Hills residents who have a modest income and a simple tax situation * call for more information

Care In The Community - Community Volunteer Income Tax Program - Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) trained volunteers to complete income tax and benefit returns for eligible individuals for free * total family income for 1 person should be less than $35,000 and $45,000 for 2 persons * tax situation must be simple and is not for a deceased person

Care In The Community - Shop and Drop Support Program - Assists isolated Halton Hills residents who are unable to shop independently and who have no family/friend supports available, with pick-up and delivery of groceries and pharmacy items * clients should order and pay in advance directly to the store, but agency also accepts cash/gift card with a shopping list and return change as required

Services and Programs:

Supportive Housing

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