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Discretionary Residency Benefit - Kingston - Ontario - Canada
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Discretionary Residency Benefit

Housing support for eligible recipients
City of Kingston
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Overview

This program provides financial assistance of up to $1,500 over 24 months, or up to $2,500 over 24 months with dependent children. It supports housing stability for eligible recipients facing homelessness, housing loss, or a move to more affordable housing.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Public administration
Location
  • Kingston
  • Ontario
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Persons with Disabilities
  • 2SLGBTQI+
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Law and Legal Services
  • Social Services
  • Income Support and Maintenance
  • Housing
  • Employment and Training
Target groups
  • People with disabilities
  • Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Local

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Keeping current housing by addressing urgent housing-related costs.
  • Securing housing through rental support or move-in costs.
  • Resolving housing crises linked to eviction, utilities, repairs, or safety concerns.

Documents Needed

  • Supporting verification documents for the requested assistance
  • Eviction notice, if applicable
  • Disconnect notice, if applying for utilities arrears
  • New lease or intent to rent, if applicable
  • Up to three quotes or U-Haul verification for moving expenses

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Ontario Works recipients
  • ODSP recipients

Who is not eligible

  • People who are not Ontario Works or ODSP recipients

Eligible expenses

  • Last month’s rent deposit or first month’s rent
  • Rent, mortgage, or property tax arrears
  • Utilities arrears
  • Moving expenses
  • Small home repairs, hoarding, and damage assistance

Eligible geographic areas

  • City of Kingston
  • County of Frontenac

Selection criteria

  • Housing crisis and need for assistance
  • Verification supporting the request
  • Applicant’s plan to prevent the situation from happening again
  • Budget showing financial capacity

How to apply

  • Step 1: Complete the application
    • Fill in all sections of the form.
    • Answer the housing, income, and crisis questions.
  • Step 2: Attach supporting documents
    • Include the verification documents required for the type of assistance requested.
    • Attach any notices, leases, quotes, or other supporting paperwork.
  • Step 3: Submit for review
    • Provide the completed application to the housing and social services department.
    • Allow verification with third parties if needed.
  • Step 4: Sign the declaration
    • Confirm the information is complete and accurate.
    • Authorize the agency to review the application and supporting material.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed with required verification documents.
  • Third parties may be contacted to verify eligibility details.
  • Applicants must sign the form and agree to provide any further documentation requested.
  • Submitted information and supporting documents become the property of the service agency.

Additional information

  • An application must be fully completed and include the required supporting documents.
  • Incomplete applications may be denied and returned.
  • Applicants give permission for case managers to contact third parties to verify eligibility.
  • Personal information is collected to determine eligibility for financial assistance.

Contacts

613-546-2695

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Discretionary Residency Benefit Program

What is the Discretionary Residency Benefit?

This program provides financial assistance of up to $1,500 over 24 months, or up to $2,500 over 24 months with dependent children. It supports housing stability for eligible recipients facing homelessness, housing loss, or a move to more affordable housing.

How much funding can be received?

Discretionary Residency Benefit Funds up to $2,500 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Discretionary Residency Benefit program?

To be eligible for the Discretionary Residency Benefit program, you must: Ontario Works or ODSP recipient Homeless or at risk of homelessness Complete application with documents

What expenses are eligible under Discretionary Residency Benefit?

Keeping current housing by addressing urgent housing-related costs. Securing housing through rental support or move-in costs. Resolving housing crises linked to eviction, utilities, repairs, or safety concerns.

Who can I contact for more information about the Discretionary Residency Benefit?

You can contact City of Kingston or by phone at 613-546-2695.

Where is the Discretionary Residency Benefit available?

The Discretionary Residency Benefit program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Discretionary Residency Benefit a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Discretionary Residency Benefit is a Other Support