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Senior/Older Adult rebate and tax deferral programs
- you may only take part in one of these programs
- for more information, please contact serviceoakville@oakville.ca
Senior's Property Tax Rebate Program
- tax rebate of $500 per year is available to property owners 65 years of age or older whose combined household income of all persons residing in their property is less than $32,442 in 2021 (reevaluated each year)
- to be eligible, no other parties other than the owner(s) and/or spouse can reside on the property, and the property must be a personal residence, as well as other restrictions
- Application for 2023 tax year will be available in July 2023
Older Adults Property Tax Deferral Program (Halton Region)
Older Adults/Disabled Year-Over-Year Property Tax Increase Deferral
- 65 or older, or are disabled, with a combined household income under $57,800
- may be eligible to defer any year over year increase to your property tax
- a lien will be registered against the property and the amount deferred will become payable upon the sale of the property
- an annual renewal application is required to remain in the program, as well as other restrictions
- more detailed information and application can be found here
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The fund's purpose is to help residents of Halton maintain their housing
- offers individuals and families one time assistance with basic housing expenses including last month's rent, rent and utility arrears, storage or moving costs and furniture
- call 311 or send an email and your information will be taken by a Customer Service Representative and a Integrated Housing Worker will contact you within 2-4 business days to further discuss your request
See Gas & Hydro Bill Assistance for further assistance options
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Older Adults Property Tax Deferral Program
1-866-442-5866 Mon-Sun 24 hours 905-825-6000 or call 3-1-1
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* program allows older adult homeowners in Halton with low incomes to defer their full property taxes for as long as they remain eligible
* allows participants to focus their financial resources on their day-to-day needs, helping them to stay in their homes and improving their overall quality of life
* if you qualify, the deferral of your property taxes is interest-free
* allows participants to focus their financial resources on their day-to-day needs, helping them to stay in their homes and improving their overall quality of life
* if you qualify, the deferral of your property taxes is interest-free
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COVID19 -- LIFE sessions and After Stroke programs are being offered virtually
Community-based rehabilitation and advocacy; affordable supportive housing for people with physical disabilities
March of Dimes Canada's Supportive Housing Programs: provides scheduled and unscheduled service to people with disabilities in their own apartments:
Assistive Devices Program, 1-866-765-7237 -- financial assistance for adults to purchase or repair devices that increase their mobility and functional independence; may also assist with information or resources to assist in locating additional funding sources
Pop Can Tabs Collection Program -- proceeds support Assistive Devices Program
Home and Vehicle Modification Program, 1-877-369-4867 or 1-877-369-HVMP -- financial assistance (up to $15,000) for basic home and vehicle modifications for permanent Ontario residents with a substantial impairment expected to last one year or more
Brain Injury Services -- life skills, communication, community integration, emotional and behavioural support, vocational support, recreation
Conductive Education -- for people with neurological motor disorders; physical rehabilitation and education to train the brain and the body
DesignAbility, 1-800-263-3463, ext 7211
Post-Polio Canada, 1-800-480-5903, marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/programs/postpolio -- in-person and virtual support services, resources and information for polio survivors
After Stroke, afterstroke.marchofdimes.ca -- person-to-person support, educational opportunities and community-based programs designed to provide connection to other people, hope and life after stroke
Integrated Employment Services at this location, see other listing
Outreach and senior services are also available at this location
Business and training services for other non-profit agencies
Community-based rehabilitation and advocacy; affordable supportive housing for people with physical disabilities
March of Dimes Canada's Supportive Housing Programs: provides scheduled and unscheduled service to people with disabilities in their own apartments:
- non-medical assistance provided for activities of daily living in the home, such as dressing, bathing, eating, and helping with range of motion
- also assists individuals requiring more complex supports that may include g-tube feeding, tracheotomy supports as well as other activities of daily living.
Assistive Devices Program, 1-866-765-7237 -- financial assistance for adults to purchase or repair devices that increase their mobility and functional independence; may also assist with information or resources to assist in locating additional funding sources
Pop Can Tabs Collection Program -- proceeds support Assistive Devices Program
Home and Vehicle Modification Program, 1-877-369-4867 or 1-877-369-HVMP -- financial assistance (up to $15,000) for basic home and vehicle modifications for permanent Ontario residents with a substantial impairment expected to last one year or more
Brain Injury Services -- life skills, communication, community integration, emotional and behavioural support, vocational support, recreation
Conductive Education -- for people with neurological motor disorders; physical rehabilitation and education to train the brain and the body
DesignAbility, 1-800-263-3463, ext 7211
- volunteers work with persons with mobility challenges to craft creative, custom-built solutions to overcome barriers to work, play, personal hygiene and other daily activities
- no charge, except for building materials
Post-Polio Canada, 1-800-480-5903, marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/programs/postpolio -- in-person and virtual support services, resources and information for polio survivors
After Stroke, afterstroke.marchofdimes.ca -- person-to-person support, educational opportunities and community-based programs designed to provide connection to other people, hope and life after stroke
Integrated Employment Services at this location, see other listing
Outreach and senior services are also available at this location
Business and training services for other non-profit agencies
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How to Find - Affordable Housing & Help for Rent, Utilities or Property Taxes
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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
* 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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Tax Rebate
Low Income Seniors Property Tax Rebate
* City of Burlington property tax rebate of $ 550 for eligible seniors (see Eligibility below)
* application deadline December 31 each year
* contact tax section or see website for more information and application form
Tax Deferrals
Note: using a tax deferral will make homeowner ineligible for tax rebate, and may have impact on other tax credits
Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Increase Deferral
* a Region of Halton program, administered by the four local municipalities, for low income seniors and low income persons with disabilities (see Eligibility below)
* allows eligible homeowners to defer property tax increases to keep payments at a constant level as long as the property is their principal residence
* accumulated total of all deferred amounts is paid when property is sold or no longer the applicant's principal residence
* application must be made annually, on or before 45 days after the mailing of the final property tax bill, which normally occurs in early June
* contact tax section or see website for more information and application form
Older Adults Property Tax Deferral Program
* defers the full amount of property taxes for older adults under a certain income
* deferral is interest-free
* for more details, see full listing here
Low Income Seniors Property Tax Rebate
* City of Burlington property tax rebate of $ 550 for eligible seniors (see Eligibility below)
* application deadline December 31 each year
* contact tax section or see website for more information and application form
Tax Deferrals
Note: using a tax deferral will make homeowner ineligible for tax rebate, and may have impact on other tax credits
Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Increase Deferral
* a Region of Halton program, administered by the four local municipalities, for low income seniors and low income persons with disabilities (see Eligibility below)
* allows eligible homeowners to defer property tax increases to keep payments at a constant level as long as the property is their principal residence
* accumulated total of all deferred amounts is paid when property is sold or no longer the applicant's principal residence
* application must be made annually, on or before 45 days after the mailing of the final property tax bill, which normally occurs in early June
* contact tax section or see website for more information and application form
Older Adults Property Tax Deferral Program
* defers the full amount of property taxes for older adults under a certain income
* deferral is interest-free
* for more details, see full listing here
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Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information, payment details, file status
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
Employment supports -- adult clients must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
Past-due bills or rent -- help with utility bills or rent to avoid eviction, visit website to apply
Affordable Transit program -- for residents of Brampton or Mississauga who cant afford a monthly bus pass, visit website to apply
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
- prescription drug coverage under the Ontario Drug Benefit Program
- health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation
- discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
Employment supports -- adult clients must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
- referrals to job counselling, training programs, basic education
- access to telephones, faxes, computers and job banks
- for more information contact caseworker or access additional supports by booking an appointment with closest Employment Ontario office
Past-due bills or rent -- help with utility bills or rent to avoid eviction, visit website to apply
Affordable Transit program -- for residents of Brampton or Mississauga who cant afford a monthly bus pass, visit website to apply
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Housing Services
Rent Bank access centre -- interest-free repayable loans to low-income households who are in rental arrears or need to move into more suitable housing
- housing counselling
- information and referral
- matches tenants with landlords, eviction prevention, landlord outreach and recruitment, housing listings
Rent Bank access centre -- interest-free repayable loans to low-income households who are in rental arrears or need to move into more suitable housing
- must have legal status in Canada and meet income requirements
- clients of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program may be eligible
- landlord and tenant mediation
- money management advice
- follow-up search assistance and community referrals
- also interest-free loans for first and last month's rent deposit to move into more affordable housing
- also for LEAP (Low Income Energy Assistance Program), sponsored by Toronto Hydro Electric System and United Way Toronto -- assistance to low income individuals and families who are in arrears for their electricity utility bills and have exhausted all other sources of financial support
- for help with Enbridge gas bills call 1-855-487-5327
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Canadian Mental Health Association, Peel Dufferin Branch, Brampton
1-877-451-2123 ; 1-888-811-2222 Caledon and DufferinOffice: 905-451-2123
Crisis: 905-278-9036
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COVID19 All CMHA Peel Dufferin offices closed to walk-in service
For crisis situations call 24.7 Crisis Support Peel Dufferin at 905-278-9036 or 1-888-811-2222 (Caledon & Dufferin)
For support, assessment and access to programs call Intake at 905-451-2123 or 1-877-451-2123, Monday to Friday 8 am-8 pm
Staff available through teleconferencing during regular business hours, all non-essential in-person meetings suspended, and internal events, training and workshops postponed; visit website for updates and information
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Comprehensive wraparound service teams for individuals with complex needs and severe mental health issues
BounceBack Ontario, 1-866-345-0224, bouncebackontario.ca
Online and virtual mental health supports (see separate listing Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario)
For crisis situations call 24.7 Crisis Support Peel Dufferin at 905-278-9036 or 1-888-811-2222 (Caledon & Dufferin)
For support, assessment and access to programs call Intake at 905-451-2123 or 1-877-451-2123, Monday to Friday 8 am-8 pm
Staff available through teleconferencing during regular business hours, all non-essential in-person meetings suspended, and internal events, training and workshops postponed; visit website for updates and information
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Comprehensive wraparound service teams for individuals with complex needs and severe mental health issues
- short and long-term counselling and case management for individuals with mental health and substance use issues
- grants and financial support individuals experiencing housing issues
- mobile outreach for people living on the streets or who are under-housed and have mental health and addiction issues
- court support, and pre-charge diversion program (Caledon)
- system navigation and case management for seniors experiencing neglect and abuse
BounceBack Ontario, 1-866-345-0224, bouncebackontario.ca
Online and virtual mental health supports (see separate listing Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario)
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Ontario Works, Queensway Office
1-888-465-4478 Ontario Works Application Centre: 416-338-8888
Office: 416-392-6550
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Provides financial benefits through Ontario Works, as well as employment and social supports to people living in Toronto
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computer
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
- provides money for food, shelter, and other household costs
- coverage for prescription medications under the Ontario Drug Benefit Program
- help with health costs and employment related expenses
- visit www.toronto.ca/ontarioworks for list of benefits
- discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
- some benefits may be available to only those receiving social assistance, visit website for more information
- Employment centres - walk-in job search centres
- Training Programs - programs to assist clients prepare for employment, self-employment or career advancement
- Employer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) --for employers to post jobs
- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
- Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents 16-25 finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
- help in pursuing child or spousal support
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computer
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
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Ontario Works, Attwell Office
1-888-465-4478 Ontario Works Application Centre: 416-338-8888
Office: 416-392-6400
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Provides financial benefits through Ontario Works, as well as employment and social supports to people living in Toronto
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
Health Support --includes medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation
Housing Stabilization Fund --help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit, moving costs and essential furniture
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm
automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computerWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
- provides money for food, shelter, and other household costs
- coverage for prescription medications under the Ontario Drug Benefit Program
- help with health costs and employment related expenses
- visit www.toronto.ca/ontarioworks for list of benefits
Health Support --includes medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation
- discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
- some benefits may be available to only those receiving social assistance, visit website for more information
- Employment centres - walk-in job search centres
- Training Programs - programs to assist clients prepare for employment, self-employment or career advancement
- Employer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) --for employers to post jobs
- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
- Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents 16-25 finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
- help in pursuing child or spousal support
Housing Stabilization Fund --help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit, moving costs and essential furniture
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm
automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computerWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
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Offers a property tax credit to older adults who own residential property in Hamilton.
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The Residential Care Subsidy Program aims to prevent homelessness by providing for safe and affordable supported housing in a communal setting for people who require assistance with the daily activities of life.
Offers choices of housing with support options for people who would otherwise be homeless, inappropriately housed in institutions and/or shelters, or inadequately supported in other settings.
Funding is connected to individual residents on a per day basis
Offers choices of housing with support options for people who would otherwise be homeless, inappropriately housed in institutions and/or shelters, or inadequately supported in other settings.
Funding is connected to individual residents on a per day basis
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Housing Supports
Office: 905-790-7335Crisis: 905-453-1300
General Inquiries: 905-793-9200
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Affordable housing information and supports
Housing Subsidy, www.peelregion.ca/housing/apply-for-subsidy
Visit website to apply online for subsidized rental housing, or to update client information
Local municipal non-profit housing provider includes private non-profit housing such as non-profit housing co-operatives, with online repair request availble to current tenants
Preventing Homelessness in Peel Program (PHIPP)
One-time emergency assistance (for utility bills or rent) to low-income families and individuals at risk of losing their housing, apply online at www.peelregion.ca/help/past-due-bills, or by phone 905-453-1300 for urgent housing and eviction support
Market Rental Housing
Non-subsidized rental units may be available, visit website for information
Housing Subsidy, www.peelregion.ca/housing/apply-for-subsidy
Visit website to apply online for subsidized rental housing, or to update client information
- rent supplement residents selected from centralized waiting list run by Peel Access to Housing (PATH)
- eligibility information available online, including unit size and gross household income
- visit website for appeals information and request form, fax completed eligibility decision appeals to Service Manager at 905-453-0168, or send to Service Manager Appeals, 10 Centre Dr, Suite B, PO Box 2800, STN B, Brampton L6T 0E7
Local municipal non-profit housing provider includes private non-profit housing such as non-profit housing co-operatives, with online repair request availble to current tenants
Preventing Homelessness in Peel Program (PHIPP)
One-time emergency assistance (for utility bills or rent) to low-income families and individuals at risk of losing their housing, apply online at www.peelregion.ca/help/past-due-bills, or by phone 905-453-1300 for urgent housing and eviction support
Market Rental Housing
Non-subsidized rental units may be available, visit website for information
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The Rent Ready program provides financial support for utility and rent costs to people in Hamilton who have a low income or who receive support through Ontario Works or the Ontario Disability Support Program.
Rent Ready is NOT a mandatory benefit.
Rent Ready is NOT a mandatory benefit.
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A financial stability program that helps low-income individuals maintain affordable housing, by providing a small short-term interest-free loan for last month's rent. Loans are paid directly to the vendor or provider. The maximum loan is $300 and must be repaid in 12 months.
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Program helps ODSP and OW recipients and people with a low income maintain their housing by providing financial assistance.
Financial assistance is available for:
Financial assistance is available for:
- last month's rent
- rent arrears
- utility arrears
- appliances and mattresses
- bed bug prevention
- moving costs
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Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information, payment details, file status
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
Employment supports -- adult clients must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
Past-due bills or rent -- help with utility bills or rent to avoid eviction, visit website to apply
Affordable Transit program (ATP)-- for residents of Brampton or Mississauga who can't afford a monthly bus pass, visit website to apply
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
- prescription drug coverage under the Ontario Drug Benefit Program
- health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation
- discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
Employment supports -- adult clients must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
- referrals to job counselling, training programs, basic education
- access to telephones, faxes, computers and job banks
- for more information contact caseworker or access additional supports by booking appointment with closest Employment Ontario office
Past-due bills or rent -- help with utility bills or rent to avoid eviction, visit website to apply
Affordable Transit program (ATP)-- for residents of Brampton or Mississauga who can't afford a monthly bus pass, visit website to apply
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Ontario Works, Dufferin Office
1-888-465-4478 Ontario Works Application Centre: 416-338-8888
Office: 416-397-7800
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Provides financial benefits through Ontario Works, as well as employment and social supports to people living in Toronto
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
Health Support --includes medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation
Housing Stabilization Fund --help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit, moving costs and essential furniture
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm
automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computerWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
- provides money for food, shelter, and other household costs
- coverage for prescription medications under the Ontario Drug Benefit Program
- help with health costs and employment related expenses
- visit www.toronto.ca/ontarioworks for list of benefits
Health Support --includes medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation
- discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
- some benefits may be available to only those receiving social assistance, visit website for more information
- Employment centres - walk-in job search centres
- Training Programs - programs to assist clients prepare for employment, self-employment or career advancement
- Employer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) --for employers to post jobs
- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
- Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents 16-25 finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
- help in pursuing child or spousal support
Housing Stabilization Fund --help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit, moving costs and essential furniture
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm
automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computerWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
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Ontario Works, York / Humber Office
1-888-465-4478 Ontario Works Application Centre: 416-338-8888
Office: 416-392-6200
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Short Description
Provides financial benefits through Ontario Works, as well as employment and social supports to people living in Toronto
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
Health Support --includes medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation
Child and Family Support - benefits include newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs
Housing Stabilization Fund --help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit, moving costs and essential furniture
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computer
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
- provides money for food, shelter, and other household costs
- coverage for prescription medications under the Ontario Drug Benefit Program
- help with health costs and employment related expenses
- visit www.toronto.ca/ontarioworks for list of benefits
Health Support --includes medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation
- discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
- some benefits may be available to only those receiving social assistance, visit website for more information
- Employment centres - walk-in job search centres
- Training Programs - programs to assist clients prepare for employment, self-employment or career advancement
- Employer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) --for employers to post jobs
- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
Child and Family Support - benefits include newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs
- Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents 16-25 finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
- help in pursuing child or spousal support
Housing Stabilization Fund --help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit, moving costs and essential furniture
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computer
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
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Unison Health and Community Services, Keele-Rogers
Office: 416-653-5400Health Services Fax: 416-657-3622
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Short Description
COVID19 -- Many services continue to be available to clients by phone (and if necessary, as determined by the Unison provider/staff, in person); call 416-653-5400 for more information
Community Health Centre
For help with Enbridge gas bills, call 1-855-487-5327
- Legal Services: phone only, 416-653-5400 ext. 1244
- Housing Services: phone only, 416-653-5400 ext. 1306 and leave a message
- Harm Reduction: phone only, 647-999-3094
Community Health Centre
- health services, health promotion
- community services and community development
- Ontario Health Insurance NOT required for general services
- family practice including crisis pregnancy, family planning, management of chronic conditions, prenatal and postnatal care, preventative health care, seniors' health, sexual health
- individual and sexuality counselling, treatment of sexually transmitted diseases
- counselling and case management
- dietitian
- podiatry clinic
- breastfeeding clinic
- child and parenting programs, including Spanish-speaking groups
- Diabetes Education Centre
- harm reduction programs
- seniors programs
- Toronto Public Health dental clinic
- women's programs
- youth programs
- Adult Protective Service program for adults with developmental disabilities
- community kitchen
- client advocacy
- crisis referral to shelters
- eviction prevention
- housing search
- information and referral
- landlord outreach
- negotiation with landlords
- Share the Warmth
- Housing Connections Access Centre
- other Home Services -- rent bank and Streets to Homes Follow-up services
For help with Enbridge gas bills, call 1-855-487-5327
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Program has temporarily closed
Provides direct monthly benefit payment to eligible households to help pay their rent
Benefit payments are:
Households who are approved for this program must consent to be removed from the social housing waiting list
Provides direct monthly benefit payment to eligible households to help pay their rent
Benefit payments are:
- portable - benefits may be received even if moved to another address
- based on household income and local market rent
Households who are approved for this program must consent to be removed from the social housing waiting list
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Ontario Works
1-888-465-4478 Office: 416-392-8623
Ontario Works Application Centre: 416-338-8888
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Short Description
Provides financial benefits through Ontario Works, as well as employment and social supports to people living in Toronto
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
Health Support --includes medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation
Housing Stabilization Fund --help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit, moving costs and essential furniture
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm
automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computerWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
- provides money for food, shelter, and other household costs
- coverage for prescription medications under the Ontario Drug Benefit Program
- help with health costs and employment related expenses
- visit www.toronto.ca/ontarioworks for list of benefits
Health Support --includes medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation
- discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
- some benefits may be available to only those receiving social assistance, visit website for more information
- Employment centres - walk-in job search centres
- Training Programs - programs to assist clients prepare for employment, self-employment or career advancement
- Employer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) --for employers to post jobs
- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
- Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents 16-25 finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
- help in pursuing child or spousal support
Housing Stabilization Fund --help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit, moving costs and essential furniture
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm
automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computerWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
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COVID19 -- services continue by phone, email, and video, online workshops and webinars available * offices are closed except for refugee shelters * see website page linked here for phone numbers to contact staff at specific services
COVID-19: SERVICE NOTICE
Housing Help services
Toronto Rent Bank access centre -- interest-free repayable loans to low-income households who are in rental arrears or need to move into more suitable housing
COVID-19: SERVICE NOTICE
Housing Help services
- support finding and maintaining housing
- eviction prevention and housing stabilization services
- counselling, case management, advocacy support and referral for post housing stabilization
- information, referral, assistance with applications for subsidized, supportive housing, or emergency shelters
- crisis intervention
- drop-in program, free telephone and computers use during drop-in hours
- Streets to Homes Follow-up Program -- services and specialized help for formerly homeless individuals with complex needs, ID clinic
- seasonal income tax clinic
Toronto Rent Bank access centre -- interest-free repayable loans to low-income households who are in rental arrears or need to move into more suitable housing
- applicants must be low income with adequate income to sustain their housing
- must have legal status in Canada, and pay market rent (not subsidized)
- additional eligibility criteria apply, Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program recipients not eligible
- also for LEAP (Low Income Energy Assistance Program), sponsored by Toronto Hydro Electric System and United Way Toronto -- assistance to low income individuals and families who are in arrears for their electricity utility bills and have exhausted all other sources of financial support
- for help with Enbridge gas bills call 1-855-487-5327
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Information and referral for City of Toronto services and programs
COVID-19 -- check website for information on how the current public health situation may affect City facilities, programs and services
For Animals and Pets, including Animal Enforcement and Assistance CLICK HERE
BusinessTO Support Centre -- provides advice and resources to help businesses respond to the economic impact of COVID-19
For Bylaw Enforcement CLICK HERE
For Bylaws, Directives and Orders related to COVID-19 CLICK HERE
For Cool Spaces Near You CLICK HERE
Emergency Energy Fund -- financial assistance for low income residents with energy disconnections due to late payment of bills
For information on Emergency Preparedness and Public Safety Alerts CLICK HERE
For Financial and Employment Support CLICK HERE
For Garbage and Recycling CLICK HERE
For Graffiti and Postering bylaw information CLICK HERE
For information on Grants, Incentives and Rebates CLICK HERE
Hardship Fund -- for low income residents who are not receiving social assistance
For Low or No Heat or other vital services (hydro, gas, water) in rental units CLICK HERE
Home Energy Loan Program -- low-interest loans to homeowners for energy retrofits
For information on Marriage licenses CLICK HERE
Newcomer Service Kiosks -- information and referral to interpretation and translation services, employment training, community services, schools, health care
For Noise Bylaw CLICK HERE
For Property Standards bylaw CLICK HERE
For Property Taxes and Utilities CLICK HERE
Property tax and water bill relief programs -- for low-income seniors and low-income people with disabilities
For Roads and Road Maintenance CLICK HERE
Safe City Program - first aid and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation/defibrillation) training available from Toronto Paramedic Services CLICK HERE
Service and Benefit Finder Tool
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Sidewalk snow removal -- service for wherever the City does not clear the sidewalks
For Streets, Parking and Transportation CLICK HERE
For Trees issues CLICK HERE
For Water issues CLICK HERE
For Winter Services CLICK HERE
For the City's Winter plan for those experiencing homelessness CLICK HERE
For information on Community Councils, Mayor and City Councillors see separate entries
COVID-19 -- check website for information on how the current public health situation may affect City facilities, programs and services
- March 22, 2022 -- Toronto City Hall, and Civic Centres for North York, Scarborough, Etobicoke and York are now fully open to the public and face mask requirement has been lifted
- City of Toronto's response to COVID 19, including information on current health situation, lockdown status, vaccination booking, link(s) to city's immunization clinics
- COVID 19 MEDIA ROOM, including bylaws and special orders, information on enforcement
For Animals and Pets, including Animal Enforcement and Assistance CLICK HERE
BusinessTO Support Centre -- provides advice and resources to help businesses respond to the economic impact of COVID-19
- one-on-one virtual support to help businesses complete applications for Government of Canada COVID-19 funding programs
- to access the BusinessTO Support Centre CLICK HERE
For Bylaw Enforcement CLICK HERE
For Bylaws, Directives and Orders related to COVID-19 CLICK HERE
For Cool Spaces Near You CLICK HERE
Emergency Energy Fund -- financial assistance for low income residents with energy disconnections due to late payment of bills
- call Neighbourhood Information Post at 647-727-8988 or for more information CLICK HERE
For information on Emergency Preparedness and Public Safety Alerts CLICK HERE
For Financial and Employment Support CLICK HERE
For Garbage and Recycling CLICK HERE
For Graffiti and Postering bylaw information CLICK HERE
For information on Grants, Incentives and Rebates CLICK HERE
Hardship Fund -- for low income residents who are not receiving social assistance
- help with health-related expenses such as eyeglasses, emergency dental work, medication, walkers
- call 416-338-8888 or CLICK HERE
For Low or No Heat or other vital services (hydro, gas, water) in rental units CLICK HERE
Home Energy Loan Program -- low-interest loans to homeowners for energy retrofits
- loan is repaid through installments on the property tax bill
- call 416-392-1826 or CLICK HERE
For information on Marriage licenses CLICK HERE
Newcomer Service Kiosks -- information and referral to interpretation and translation services, employment training, community services, schools, health care
- locations throughout Toronto
- call 416-338-0688
- during Covid19, services provided virtually or by phone
For Noise Bylaw CLICK HERE
For Property Standards bylaw CLICK HERE
For Property Taxes and Utilities CLICK HERE
Property tax and water bill relief programs -- for low-income seniors and low-income people with disabilities
- call 311 Tax Utility Inquiry Line
For Roads and Road Maintenance CLICK HERE
Safe City Program - first aid and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation/defibrillation) training available from Toronto Paramedic Services CLICK HERE
Service and Benefit Finder Tool
target=_blank>CLICK HERE
Sidewalk snow removal -- service for wherever the City does not clear the sidewalks
- for seniors and persons with disabilities in Toronto, East York, Etobicoke and North York wishing more information form CLICK HERE
For Streets, Parking and Transportation CLICK HERE
For Trees issues CLICK HERE
For Water issues CLICK HERE
For Winter Services CLICK HERE
For the City's Winter plan for those experiencing homelessness CLICK HERE
For information on Community Councils, Mayor and City Councillors see separate entries
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