We can help if you are at immediate risk of losing housing or are homeless.
The Housing Assistance Program provides financial and non-financial assistance to eligible residents of Lanark County to get or keep affordable housing.
You may be eligible to receive assistance (up to $1,500 per calendar year) with:
- Rent deposits
- Utility arrears
- Rent/mortgage arrears
- Property tax arrears
- Emergency minor home repairs (e.g. furnace/oil tank, plumbing, well/water system, roof, accessibility repairs/modifications)
- Transportation
- Hygiene kits
- Food cards
To apply, email our social services department, or call 613-267-4200 ext. 2140 to book an appointment.
Be prepared for your appointment. You must provide the following documentation as part of the eligibility review process:
- Identification for all household members (valid birth certificates)
- Verification of income (pay stubs, Ontario Works / Ontario Disability Support Program)
- 30-day current bank statement showing present balance
- Documentation supporting requested funds such as hydro/utility bill, landlord letter regarding rental arrears or last month’s rent
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