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Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP)
Priority access to housing waitlist for survivors
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
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
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
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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
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
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
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
Frequently Asked Questions about the Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP). 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 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.
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
What expenses are eligible under Provincial Special Priority Policy (SPP)?
Priority access on the Halton centralized housing waitlist for eligible survivors
Placement in the Special Priority Policy category for Rent-Geared-to-Income housing
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)