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Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Housing Emergency Fund helps eligible households maintain existing housing or secure a new permanent residence in Hamilton. It supports last month's rent, rent arrears, and utility arrears for eligible recipients and low-income residents.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Hamilton
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Helping eligible households keep their current housing
- Supporting people moving into a first permanent residence
- Assisting with housing emergencies such as eviction or utility disconnection
Documents Needed
- Completed HEF application form
- Supporting documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario Works recipients
- ODSP recipients
- Low-income residents of Hamilton
- Indigenous community members in Hamilton
Eligible expenses
- Last month's rent
- Rent arrears
- Utility arrears
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Reimbursement to participants, friends, family members, or landlords
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Hamilton, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Applications are sent to the appropriate agency based on the submission.
- Applicants should contact the program if they have questions about the application or submission process.
Additional information
- The program has replaced the Housing Stability Benefit and Rent Ready programs.
- Support can be provided through different local agencies depending on the applicant group.
- The application and supporting documents must be submitted online using the PDF application.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Housing Emergency Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Housing Emergency Fund. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Housing Emergency Fund?
The Housing Emergency Fund helps eligible households maintain existing housing or secure a new permanent residence in Hamilton. It supports last month's rent, rent arrears, and utility arrears for eligible recipients and low-income residents.
How much funding can be received?
Housing Emergency Fund Funds up to $7,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Housing Emergency Fund program?
To be eligible for the Housing Emergency Fund program, you must:
Must live in Hamilton.
Must face an eligible housing emergency.
Housing costs must stay within income limits.
What expenses are eligible under Housing Emergency Fund?
Helping eligible households keep their current housing
Supporting people moving into a first permanent residence
Assisting with housing emergencies such as eviction or utility disconnection
Who can I contact for more information about the Housing Emergency Fund?
You can contact City of Hamilton by email at hef@hamilton.ca or by phone at 905-546-4800.
Where is the Housing Emergency Fund available?
The Housing Emergency Fund program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Housing Emergency Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Housing Emergency Fund is a Other Support