Rental Assistant Benefit

Welcome to the Rental Assistance Benefit (RAB) – a joint initiative by Federal and Provincial Governments to help individuals and families cover monthly rent costs with a direct subsidy. This program supports eligible renters across our community, offering monthly assistance based on household needs and income.

What is the Rental Assistance Benefit?
The Rental Assistance Benefit (RAB) is a program set up by both, the Federal and Provincial Governments to help meet the housing needs in our communities. It is a monthly subsidy that is issued directly to you, intended to help you pay your rent every month.

Am I eligible for the Rental Assistance Benefit?
We use a provincial point-scoring system to ensure that assistance goes to those who need it most.

To be eligible to receive Rental Assistance, you must:
✔️ Be a Canadian Citizen, independent landed immigrant, or government-sponsored landed immigrant.

✔️ Have less than $25,000 in assets, not including personal belongings (household furnishings, clothing, primary vehicles, etc.).

✔️ Currently be renting a legal suite, such as an apartment, duplex, or townhouse.

✔️ Your total household income cannot exceed the maximum limits allowed under the program.

Maximum Total Household Income

How much Rental Assistance will I receive?

Based on the size of your home, here is how much assistance you can receive:

1 - Bedroom: up to $300

2 - Bedroom: up to $350

3 - Bedroom: up to $400

4 - Bedroom: up to $400

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How Long Is the Wait for Rental Assistance?

    Anyone who applies for the Rental Assistance Benefit and is deemed eligible will be added to our waitlist. Due to high demand, not everyone can receive assistance immediately, so your application will stay on the waitlist until a spot opens up in the program.

  • What Happens After I Apply for the Rental Assistance Benefit?

    If your application is approved, you will join the waitlist. This system helps us track those in need of assistance. Since we have a large number of applicants, your place on the waitlist determines when you might receive a subsidy once availability allows.

  • How Does the Rental Assistance Waitlist Work?

    Our waitlist serves as a way to manage applications and distribute subsidies fairly. It helps us track everyone who needs rental support and allocate funds as spots open up in the program. You will receive assistance when your turn on the waitlist comes up.

  • Why Is There a Waitlist for Rental Assistance?

    The waitlist exists because many people need rental assistance, but our resources are limited. By using a waitlist, we ensure that each applicant is fairly considered and that subsidies are distributed based on availability and need.

  • How Are Rental Assistance Applications Prioritized?

    Applications are prioritized based on factors such as income, family situation, and specific challenges faced by the applicant. This ensures that those who are most in need receive help sooner, as we assess who has the greatest difficulty affording rent.

  • Who Receives Rental Assistance First?

    Priority is given to applicants with the greatest need. We look at your financial situation, family dynamics, and any additional hardships you may be facing. Those with the most urgent need are placed higher on the waitlist and receive assistance first when spots become available.

Application Process

Including all additional documentation we request is vital. Otherwise, we will not be able to process your application.

Application

This takes us about 3 to 4 weeks. Feel free to call the office to check the status of your application.

Assessment

Waitlist

If you are deemed eligible, you are placed on our waitlist.

Once a spot on the program becomes available, you will be offered housing or a subsidy.

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