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Housing Access Peterborough – Community Housing (Rent-Geared-to-Income and Affordable Housing)
Centralized community housing wait list support
Latest source updateLast Update: June 13, 2026Latest change: The community housing page now shows new document requirements, revised application instructions, and updated income limits for several affordable housing units.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 13, 2026
Latest change: The community housing page now shows new document requirements, revised application instructions, and updated income limits for several affordable housing units.
Community housing application details updated
The community housing page now shows a new Proof of Legal Status section for all household members, including examples such as a Canadian passport, Confirmation of Permanent Residence, and Work Permit documents. Application instructions also changed: the page no longer directs applicants to upload through the online form and now says to request a copy of the application by emailing hapinfo@peterborough.ca. Several affordable housing income limits were updated, including Gerow Building from $38,944 to $43,008, Saunders Court from $38,944/$48,192 to $39,840/$48,576, and River Ridge from $48,680/$60,240/$68,800/$68,800 to $49,800/$60,720/$68,800/$71,440. The contact section also changed, with the old City Hall contact block removed while the help email hapinfo@peterborough.ca and phone number 705-748-8830 remain visible.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Housing Access Peterborough manages the centralized wait list for RGI and affordable housing in Peterborough City and County. The program supports applications for community housing, special priority placement, and accessible or medically needed units.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Rent-Geared-to-Income housing applications
- Affordable housing wait list applications
- Special Priority Placement requests
- Accessible unit requests
- Additional bedroom requests for medical reasons
Documents Needed
- Birth certificate or proof of citizenship for all household members
- Supporting documents for custody, if applicable
- Medical documents, if applicable
- Repayment agreement, if you owe arrears to a social housing provider
- Forms for special priority, accessible unit, or additional bedroom requests, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals applying for RGI housing
- Households applying for PHC Affordable Housing
- Applicants seeking Special Priority Placement
- Applicants requesting accessible units or additional bedroom support
Who is not eligible
- Applicants with unresolved arrears to another social housing provider in Ontario, without a repayment agreement
- Applicants convicted of an RGI-related offence in the last two years
- Applicants whose household assets exceed the limit
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Peterborough
- County of Peterborough
How to apply
- Step 1: Confirm eligibility
- Review the program requirements before applying.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Fill out the application form and required supporting forms.
- Include copies of the required documents.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the application by email, mail, or in person.
- Step 4: Await confirmation
- HAP will contact you to confirm receipt and wait list placement.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Housing Access Peterborough.
- You will be contacted to confirm receipt and wait list placement if eligible.
- Incomplete applications may require additional information.
- Special Priority denials can be reviewed through a final appeal panel review.
Additional information
- Housing Access Peterborough manages the centralized wait list.
- Applicants receive one housing offer before being removed from the wait list.
- The Affordable Housing wait list is separate from the RGI wait list.
- Special Priority status may be reviewed through an appeal process.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Housing Access Peterborough – Community Housing (Rent-Geared-to-Income and Affordable Housing) Program
What is the Housing Access Peterborough – Community Housing (Rent-Geared-to-Income and Affordable Housing)?
Housing Access Peterborough manages the centralized wait list for RGI and affordable housing in Peterborough City and County. The program supports applications for community housing, special priority placement, and accessible or medically needed units.
Who is eligible for the Housing Access Peterborough – Community Housing (Rent-Geared-to-Income and Affordable Housing) program?
To be eligible for the Housing Access Peterborough – Community Housing (Rent-Geared-to-Income and Affordable Housing) program, you must:
Age 16 or older
Income within limits
Assets under $75,000
What expenses are eligible under Housing Access Peterborough – Community Housing (Rent-Geared-to-Income and Affordable Housing)?
Rent-Geared-to-Income housing applications
Affordable housing wait list applications
Special Priority Placement requests
Accessible unit requests
Additional bedroom requests for medical reasons
Who can I contact for more information about the Housing Access Peterborough – Community Housing (Rent-Geared-to-Income and Affordable Housing)?
You can contact City of Peterborough by email at hapinfo@peterborough.ca or by phone at 705-748-8830.
Where is the Housing Access Peterborough – Community Housing (Rent-Geared-to-Income and Affordable Housing) available?
The Housing Access Peterborough – Community Housing (Rent-Geared-to-Income and Affordable Housing) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Housing Access Peterborough – Community Housing (Rent-Geared-to-Income and Affordable Housing) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Housing Access Peterborough – Community Housing (Rent-Geared-to-Income and Affordable Housing) is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Housing Access Peterborough – Community Housing (Rent-Geared-to-Income and Affordable Housing)?
Housing Access Peterborough – Community Housing (Rent-Geared-to-Income and Affordable Housing) is funded by City of Peterborough