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Eligibility Rules for RGI Assistance (H-20-05)
Rules for rent-geared-to-income housing eligibility
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- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program sets the rules for Rent-Geared-to-Income assistance and waitlist eligibility in Ontario social housing. It applies to households seeking subsidized housing and special priority status, with rules on income, occupancy, documentation, and ongoing eligibility.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Canadians
- Legal structures
- All legal structures
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Households seeking rent-geared-to-income housing.
- Households seeking special priority status.
- Applicants for social housing in Ontario service areas covered by the registry.
Who is not eligible
- Households that do not meet the age, income, or occupancy rules.
- Households with unresolved rent or housing-related arrears, unless acceptable repayment arrangements exist.
- Households that fail to report required changes or provide requested documents.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Information not available.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Kingston.
- United Counties of Leeds and Grenville.
- Prince Edward County and Lennox & Addington County.
- Ontario.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out the RGI or subsidized housing application.
- Include all required supporting information.
- Step 2: Add special priority package if needed
- Complete the Special Priority Application Package.
- Include the Declaration of Abuse and Verification Record.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed package to the Social Housing Registry or a housing provider.
- Use the designated mailing or in-person submission options provided by the housing authority.
- Step 4: Respond to follow-up requests
- Provide any missing or updated information requested by the Registry or housing provider.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form for subsidized housing or RGI housing.
- Supporting documentation for household income, assets, and composition.
- Notice of Assessment and current income statements.
- Special Priority Application Package, when applicable.
- Declaration of Abuse and Verification Record, when applying for special priority status.
Selection criteria
- Chronological application date on the waitlist.
- Special Priority ranking date for eligible households.
- Higher risk may be ranked ahead in special priority cases.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility after submission.
- If eligible, the household is placed on the waitlist.
- If ineligible, the applicant is notified in writing with reasons.
- Some decisions may be reviewed through an internal review process.
Additional information
- Annual application updates are required.
- Changes in household information must be reported within 30 days.
- Special Priority households receive highest waitlist ranking.
- Appeals may be available for some decisions.
Contacts
Official sources
Program guide
HousingApplication form
Special Priority Application Package Information Sheet
Frequently Asked Questions about the Eligibility Rules for RGI Assistance (H-20-05) Program
What is the Eligibility Rules for RGI Assistance (H-20-05)?
This program sets the rules for Rent-Geared-to-Income assistance and waitlist eligibility in Ontario social housing. It applies to households seeking subsidized housing and special priority status, with rules on income, occupancy, documentation, and ongoing eligibility.
Who is eligible for the Eligibility Rules for RGI Assistance (H-20-05) program?
To be eligible for the Eligibility Rules for RGI Assistance (H-20-05) program, you must:
Household meets age and independence rules.
Household meets income and occupancy limits.
Special Priority may apply for abuse or trafficking.
Who can I contact for more information about the Eligibility Rules for RGI Assistance (H-20-05)?
You can contact City of Kingston by email at housingwaitlistrgi@lennox-addington.on.ca or by phone at 613-354-0957 (press 2).
Where is the Eligibility Rules for RGI Assistance (H-20-05) available?
The Eligibility Rules for RGI Assistance (H-20-05) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Eligibility Rules for RGI Assistance (H-20-05) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Eligibility Rules for RGI Assistance (H-20-05) is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Eligibility Rules for RGI Assistance (H-20-05)?
Eligibility Rules for RGI Assistance (H-20-05) is funded by City of Kingston