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Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP)
Priority access to housing waitlist for survivors
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- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Provincial Special Priority Policy helps survivors of domestic violence or human trafficking move ahead on the Halton Access to Community Housing waitlist. It supports access to Rent-Geared-to-Income housing and requires supporting verification documents.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Increase social or community impact
- 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
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Women
- Legal structures
- Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Housing
- Target groups
- General public, Indigenous peoples, New immigrants & refugees, People with disabilities, Women & girls, LGBTQ+ community, Rural / Remote communities, Low-income individuals / families, Minority groups
- Scope
- Regional
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals in Halton seeking Special Priority housing status
- Survivors of domestic violence
- Survivors of human trafficking
- Sponsored immigrants experiencing abuse by a sponsor
Eligible geographic areas
- Regional Municipality of Halton
Activities funded
- Priority access on the Halton centralized housing waitlist for eligible survivors
- Placement in the Special Priority Policy category for Rent-Geared-to-Income housing
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out the relevant section for domestic violence or human trafficking.
- Provide the required declarations and personal information.
- Step 2: Gather supporting documents
- Obtain professional verification of abuse.
- Attach the letter from the professional verifier.
- Include proof of cohabitation if required.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed form and supporting documents by mail or email to Halton Access to Community Housing (HATCH).
Documents Needed
- Application form for survivors of domestic violence or human trafficking
- Professional Verification of Abuse
- Letter from Professional Verifier supporting the verification of abuse
- Proof of cohabitation, if applying as a survivor of domestic violence
Selection criteria
- Applicant meets one of the listed survivor situations.
- Required verification and supporting documents are provided.
- Application is complete and includes all mandatory forms.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed to determine eligibility for Special Priority status.
- Supporting declarations and verification records are used in the assessment.
- Applicants are informed of the decision through the housing process.
- Approved records are kept confidential for 12 months before disposal.
Additional information
- Applications can be submitted by mail or email.
- Incomplete applications cannot be approved.
- Submitted verification records are kept confidential and disposed of after 12 months.
Contacts
Official sources
Frequently Asked Questions about the Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP) Program
What is the Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP)?
The Provincial Special Priority Policy helps survivors of domestic violence or human trafficking move ahead on the Halton Access to Community Housing waitlist. It supports access to Rent-Geared-to-Income housing and requires supporting verification documents.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP) program?
To be eligible for the Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP) program, you must:
Survivors of domestic violence or human trafficking
Current or recent abuse situation
Supporting verification required
Who can I contact for more information about the Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP)?
You can contact Halton Region (HATCH) by email at accesshalton@halton.ca or by phone at 311.
Where is the Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP) available?
The Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP) is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP)?
Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP) is funded by Halton Region (HATCH)