Provincial Fixed Rate Subsidy

The Fixed Rate Subsidy Program provides for subsidized housing in privately owned complexes. CRHC administers this program in Edmonton and the surrounding communities.

How can this program help me?

In this program, CRHC pays a set subsidy to a maximum of $550 to the landlord each month to help cover a portion of the rent. The tenant then pays the remainder of the rent that is charged by their landlord. Eligibility for continued assistance, which is subject to ongoing funding, is reviewed annually.

Am I eligible for this program?

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

The program is available to single individuals, couples, and families with children who need a short term, moderate subsidy.

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

Proof of Income and Rent

Applicants must provide proof of both their income and rent (including copies of rent receipts, cancelled rent cheques, lease agreement, and/or utility bills).

What else should I know?

Landlord Tenant Relationship

Tenants sign a lease agreement with the private landlord. Under the agreement, they follow the rules and regulations established by the landlord.

Any questions about rent payments, upkeep of the residential premises, emergencies after hours, problems with neighbours, moving out, etc, should be directed to the private landlord and not to CRHC.

Tenants must make their rent payments to the private landlord.

Waiting List

Qualified applicants are placed on the waiting list. The waiting list is based on priority. People with the greatest need are offered the next available subsidy.

When a subsidized suite becomes available, the applicant is referred to the private landlord. That landlord may require the applicant to complete an application form and to provide references. Final approval for the suite is at the landlord's discretion.

Pets

Some landlords offer pet buildings. If an applicant has a pet, they may indicate on their application form that they need a pet building.

Tenants renting under the Fixed Rate Subsidy Program must follow their landlord's rules regarding pets.

Security Deposit

Tenants are required to pay a security deposit, with the amount being set by the private landlord.

Transfer of Subsidy

In this program the rent supplement subsidy is attached to the rental unit and does not transfer should the tenant move out.

In certain cases a transfer my be needed within the same building. CRHC must be contacted before any move is made to request approval of the move.