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Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program
Affordable rental support for Durham residents
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- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
- Who can apply
- Residents of Durham Region who meet the program’s income eligibility requirements
- See full eligibility
Overview
The Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program helps bridge the gap between market rent and a more affordable rent for tenants in Durham Region. It supports eligible residents with one-bedroom and two-bedroom affordable units in Oshawa.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Oshawa
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residents of Durham Region who meet the program’s income eligibility requirements
Eligible expenses
- Monthly rent difference covered between market rent and affordable tenant rent.
Activities funded
- Access to affordable rental housing units in Durham Region.
How to apply
- Register for the Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program using the online registration form.
Selection criteria
- Units are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Priority is based on the order of registration submission.
Processing and Agreement
- Only eligible registrants will be notified.
Additional information
- 10 one-bedroom units and 10 two-bedroom units are available.
Contacts
Official sources
Frequently Asked Questions about the Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program Program
What is the Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program?
The Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program helps bridge the gap between market rent and a more affordable rent for tenants in Durham Region. It supports eligible residents with one-bedroom and two-bedroom affordable units in Oshawa.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program program?
To be eligible for the Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program program, you must:
Must be a resident of Durham Region
Must meet Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program income eligibility requirements
What expenses are eligible under Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program?
Monthly rent difference covered between market rent and affordable tenant rent.
Who can I contact for more information about the Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program?
You can contact Regional Municipality of Durham by email at 311@durham.ca or by phone at 311.
Where is the Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program available?
The Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Durham Affordable Housing Rent Program is a Grant and Funding