Community Housing

Community Housing is a subsidized rental program. It provides housing to families and individuals who have a low or modest income. Program funding comes from the federal, provincial, and municipal governments.

How can this program help me?

In this program, tenants pay rent based on a percentage of their income.

Starting November 2011, Community Housing Tenants will also be eligible to participate in our Housing Works program. This program is designed to help participants to set goals, overcome barriers to employment and plan for the future.

Am I eligible for this program?

To qualify, applicants must be Canadian Citizens, independent landed immigrants, or government sponsored landed immigrants. Assets and belongings cannot exceed $7000.

Total gross household income cannot be more than the income limits stated below, based on the number of bedrooms you are eligible for:

Applicants must provide verification of current household income. Acceptable landlord references and/or credit checks are required. All applicants 18 years of age and older must pass a criminal records check before they move in.

If you are unsure about whether or not this program is right for you, please use our Program Recommender to help guide your decision.

What else should I know?

The complexes have apartments and townhouses that are suitable for families with children. The one bedroom apartments and townhouses are for seniors or other single individuals or couples without children. Some housing units are wheelchair accessible.

Rent and Other Charges

Tenants pay rent based on their income. Rent includes heat and water. They also pay a security deposit equal to their first month's rent.

Tenants must arrange and pay for their own:

• Electricity
• Phone
• Cable TV
• Internet

Crime Free Multi-Housing Program

Properties in the Community Housing Program are certified under the Crime Free Multi-Housing Program.

Supportive Housing

CRHC offers a supportive housing environment to people who may need help to maintain quality life in the community.

Pets

Tenants living in Community Housing may be allowed one pet, such as a small dog or cat. Tenants must complete a pet application and agree to follow the rules set by CRHC.

Service dogs are not considered to be pets. However, the pet application information and a pet addendum are still required. Tenants are requested to submit proof of service dog certification for their dog with the application.