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Rent-Geared-To-Income
Subsidized housing for eligible households
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Brockville, Gananoque, Prescott, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides rent-geared-to-income housing assistance in Leeds and Grenville. It supports eligible households through subsidized rental units and related housing management services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Brockville, Gananoque, Prescott
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Housing
Target groups
- Seniors
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Administration of rent-geared-to-income housing.
- Delivery of housing allowance and rent supplement programs.
- Support for households at risk of or experiencing homelessness.
- Provision of supportive and emergency housing options.
Documents Needed
- Completed housing application
- Supporting documentation for the application
- Proof of income for adult household members
- Most recent CRA Notice of Assessment
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Low-income households.
- Households seeking rent-geared-to-income housing.
- People needing subsidized rental support.
Who is not eligible
- Households that do not meet rent-geared-to-income eligibility.
- Applicants who wish to sublet or assign a unit.
- Households that do not meet occupancy standards.
Eligible expenses
- Rent subsidy for eligible households.
- Rent supplement paid directly to landlords.
- Emergency housing and homelessness support costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Subletting or assigning a unit.
- Unauthorized alterations or changes to the unit.
- Illegal cannabis cultivation on public housing property.
Eligible geographic areas
- United Counties of Leeds and Grenville
- Brockville
- Prescott
- Gananoque
Selection criteria
- Household eligibility for subsidized housing.
- Need for an appropriately sized unit.
- Priority status for family violence or human trafficking cases.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the housing application
- Fill out the housing application form.
- Select the properties you want to apply for.
- Step 2: Prepare supporting documents
- Gather the supporting documents requested for the application.
- Provide income information for adult household members.
- Step 3: Submit through the Social Housing Registry
- Apply through the centralized Social Housing Registry.
- Keep your information updated if anything changes.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through the Social Housing Registry.
- Applicants are placed on a centralized waitlist for subsidized units.
- Households are housed when a suitable unit becomes available.
- Annual information updates are required to keep assistance active.
Additional information
- Household information and income must be updated annually or when changes occur.
- Rent increases based on income are given at least 30 days' notice.
- Tenants may be required to complete forms for transfers, alterations, or concerns.
- The Housing Department uses a centralized waiting list for subsidized housing.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rent-Geared-To-Income Program
What is the Rent-Geared-To-Income?
This program provides rent-geared-to-income housing assistance in Leeds and Grenville. It supports eligible households through subsidized rental units and related housing management services.
How much funding can be received?
Rent-Geared-To-Income Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Rent-Geared-To-Income program?
To be eligible for the Rent-Geared-To-Income program, you must:
Qualify for RGI assistance.
Meet occupancy standards.
Keep household information updated.
What expenses are eligible under Rent-Geared-To-Income?
Administration of rent-geared-to-income housing.
Delivery of housing allowance and rent supplement programs.
Support for households at risk of or experiencing homelessness.
Provision of supportive and emergency housing options.
Who can I contact for more information about the Rent-Geared-To-Income?
You can contact United Counties of Leeds and Grenville (UCLG) by email at none or by phone at 613-342-3840.
Where is the Rent-Geared-To-Income available?
The Rent-Geared-To-Income program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Rent-Geared-To-Income a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Rent-Geared-To-Income is a Grant and Funding