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Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Housing – County of Renfrew
Subsidized housing for eligible households
Last Update: April 26, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Rent-Geared-to-Income housing in the County of Renfrew helps eligible low-income households access subsidized rental units. Applicants can apply for housing and be placed on a waitlist for available units in the county.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Application for rent-geared-to-income housing.
- Placement on the subsidized housing waitlist.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Low-income households.
- Individuals seeking subsidized housing in Renfrew County.
Who is not eligible
- Households with debt to a community housing provider.
- Households under a deportation, departure, or exclusion order.
- Households with a conviction related to RGI assistance or income misrepresentation.
Eligible geographic areas
- County of Renfrew, Ontario.
- Arnprior
- Deep River
- Pembroke
- Barry's Bay
- Eganville
- Petawawa
- Beachburg
- Killaloe
- Renfrew
- Cobden
- Palmer Rapids
Selection criteria
- Wait time depends on selected locations.
- Wait time depends on bedroom need.
- Wait time depends on housing turnover rate.
How to apply
- Step 1: Choose an application method
- Apply online through the Social Housing Application portal.
- Or contact the office for assistance with the application.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Provide the required household and personal information.
- Select the locations where you want to live.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Submit the completed application through the online portal or through the local office process.
- Step 4: Wait for review and placement
- Your application will be reviewed and, if eligible, added to the waiting list.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed individually for each selected area.
- Eligible applicants are placed on the waiting list.
- Applicants are contacted when a housing subsidy becomes available.
Additional information
- There is a long waitlist for RGI housing in the County of Renfrew.
- If you refuse an offer of housing, your name will be removed from the waitlist.
- Applicants can update certain information through the online application.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Housing – County of Renfrew Program
What is the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Housing – County of Renfrew?
Rent-Geared-to-Income housing in the County of Renfrew helps eligible low-income households access subsidized rental units. Applicants can apply for housing and be placed on a waitlist for available units in the county.
Who is eligible for the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Housing – County of Renfrew program?
To be eligible for the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Housing – County of Renfrew program, you must:
At least 16 years old.
Canadian residents or refugee claimants.
Must be able to live independently.
What expenses are eligible under Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Housing – County of Renfrew?
Application for rent-geared-to-income housing.
Placement on the subsidized housing waitlist.
Who can I contact for more information about the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Housing – County of Renfrew?
You can contact Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC) by email at PembrokeRCHC@countyofrenfrew.on.ca or by phone at 613) 432-3679.
Where is the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Housing – County of Renfrew available?
The Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Housing – County of Renfrew program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Housing – County of Renfrew a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Housing – County of Renfrew is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Housing – County of Renfrew?
Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Housing – County of Renfrew is funded by Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC)