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Rent bank
Financial help for renters facing housing crisis
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- Funding available
- $ 2,750
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
This program provides financial help to renters in New Brunswick facing a temporary crisis that threatens housing stability. It can cover rent arrears, utility arrears, security deposits, and related moving costs, up to two months’ rent or $2,750.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $2,750
- Increase social or community impact
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible candidates
- Location
- New Brunswick
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Legal structures
- All legal structures
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Renters
- People looking for new rental housing
- Households in New Brunswick
Who is not eligible
- Housing NB public housing tenants seeking rental arrears support
- Tenants in Rural and Indigenous Housing
- Households in units subsidized through Housing NB’s Rent Supplement Program
Eligible expenses
- Security deposit for a new rental unit
- Heat or power utility deposit for a new rental unit
- Rent arrears on the current residence
- Overdue heating or electricity bills that threaten tenancy
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
Activities funded
- Emergency rental assistance for temporary housing crises
- Support to resolve rent or utility arrears that threaten eviction
- Assistance with deposits for moving into suitable housing
How to apply
- Apply online through Service New Brunswick
Documents Needed
- Proof of income, including last year’s Notice of Assessment(s) and at least four consecutive recent pay stubs or bank statements for all sources of monthly income
- Current or new rental agreement, or a signed rental declaration form
- Eviction notice, lease termination notice, or eviction warnings from the landlord; if evicted, confirmation that you are currently residing in temporary or alternative accommodations
Selection criteria
- Severity of the housing crisis and risk of eviction or homelessness
- Evidence of consistent past payment history
- Ability to maintain housing after support is provided
- Use of other reasonable options before applying
- People facing immediate eviction will be prioritized
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed within up to two business days after receipt
- A program officer may request missing documents by email or phone
- A phone interview is scheduled after screening
- After documents and interview are complete, a decision is made in at least four business days
- If approved, payment is issued and the landlord or utility provider is contacted to confirm agreement
Additional information
- This support is considered a taxable benefit.
- Applicants may need to provide extra documents to confirm eligibility.
- Priority may be given to people facing immediate eviction.
Contacts
Official sources
Application form
New Brunswick Rent Bank Program
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rent bank Program
What is the Rent bank?
This program provides financial help to renters in New Brunswick facing a temporary crisis that threatens housing stability. It can cover rent arrears, utility arrears, security deposits, and related moving costs, up to two months’ rent or $2,750.
How much funding can be received?
Rent bank Funds up to $2,750 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Rent bank program?
To be eligible for the Rent bank program, you must:
Renter in New Brunswick
Temporary housing crisis
Income can sustain housing
What expenses are eligible under Rent bank?
Security deposit for a new rental unit
Heat or power utility deposit for a new rental unit
Rent arrears on the current residence
Overdue heating or electricity bills that threaten tenancy
Who can I contact for more information about the Rent bank?
You can contact Government of New Brunswick by email at renthelp_aideauloyer@gnb.ca.
Where is the Rent bank available?
The Rent bank program is available the province of New Brunswick.