Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC)
Overview of Available Grants and Funding
Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC) is a community housing provider operated by the County of Renfrew, offering over 1000 rent-geared-to-income and affordable rental units to low-income households. The organization administers multiple housing benefit programs including the Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit, Homelessness Prevention Program, Affordable Homeownership Program, and Emergency Minor Home Repair Assistance. View Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC)'s website for more information.
Content last updated: March 20, 2026
About Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC)
What is the mission of Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC)?
To provide safe, affordable housing options to low-income households in Renfrew County through rent-geared-to-income programs, affordable rental units, and housing assistance programs that promote housing stability.
What type of organization is Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC)?
Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC) is a Government agency.
When was Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC) founded?
Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC) was founded in 1861.
What is Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC)'s official website?
Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC)'s official website is https://www.countyofrenfrew.on.ca/en/community-services/social-housing.aspx.
What else should I know about Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC)?
Role of Renfrew County Housing Corporation in the Housing Funding Ecosystem
As the community housing provider for Renfrew County, RCHC plays a critical role in Ontario's housing system by administering both provincial and federal housing programs. The corporation manages over 1000 community housing units and serves as the delivery agent for the Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit, a portable income-tested subsidy that helps low-income households afford rent anywhere in Ontario.
Housing Programs and Financial Assistance
RCHC offers multiple funding streams to support residents:
- Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit (COHB): Portable, income-tested subsidy with 45 allocated spots for 2025-2026, prioritized for vulnerable populations including those with special priority status under the Housing Services Act and individuals who have experienced homelessness
- Homelessness Prevention Program (HPP): Provides up to $1,500 for households without children and $2,000 for households with children for rent deposits, rent arrears, utility arrears, and extraordinary expenses
- Affordable Homeownership Program: Funding support for new home buyers meeting eligibility criteria
- Emergency Minor Home Repair Assistance: Financial assistance for essential home repairs (program reopens April 2026)
Non-Profit Housing Network
RCHC works with multiple non-profit housing providers including Kinsmen Court Home, St. Joseph Non-Profit Housing Corporation, Baskin Place, Petawawa Housing Corporation, and Killaloe and District Housing Inc. to provide diverse affordable housing options across the county.
Governance and Accountability
As a municipal housing corporation, RCHC operates under the Housing Services Act and reports annually to County Council. The 2024 Annual Report demonstrates transparency in operations and service delivery.