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Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Subsidized Housing Program
Income-based housing support for eligible households
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides rent-geared-to-income housing support based on household income. It covers subsidized housing applications for eligible households and includes priority categories and waiting-list management.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Application for rent-geared-to-income subsidized housing.
- Registration on the centralized waiting list.
- Update of an existing housing application online.
Documents Needed
- Proof of legal status in Canada for all household members.
- Income information for all household members over 16.
- Information on any money owed to a social housing provider.
- Consent and declaration forms for household members over 16.
- Additional forms if required, such as a medical form for an accessible unit.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Households seeking rent-geared-to-income housing.
- Applicants for subsidized or social housing in Wellington-Guelph.
- Existing applicants on the subsidized housing waiting list.
Who is not eligible
- Households that do not meet legal status requirements in Canada.
- Households above the income or asset limits.
- Applicants who cannot live independently, with or without support services.
Eligible expenses
- Rent support paid to the landlord or directly to the household.
Eligible geographic areas
- Wellington-Guelph.
Selection criteria
- Application date on the centralized waiting list.
- Special Priority status in cases of abuse or recent trafficking.
- Local Priority categories such as uninhabitable housing, family reunification, hospital discharge, or by-name list/coordinated entry.
How to apply
- Step 1: Start the application
- Apply online through the housing portal, or download and print the application form.
- Step 2: Complete the form
- Fill in the application and include all required identification and supporting information.
- Use the additional forms if needed.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed paper application to the County of Wellington Housing Services office, or submit it online.
- Step 4: Manage your file
- Log in to the online portal to check status, update information, and change building choices.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission for completeness and eligibility.
- Complete applications that meet requirements are normally contacted within 30 days.
- Incomplete applications are notified within seven business days.
- Households are selected mainly by application date, with priority categories applied where relevant.
- Applicants are contacted by phone, email, or in writing when a unit becomes available.
Additional information
- The application can be submitted online or by paper form.
- Applicants can manage and update their file through the online portal.
- Priority status may apply in certain cases.
- Households must keep their information up to date after applying.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Subsidized Housing Program Program
What is the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Subsidized Housing Program?
This program provides rent-geared-to-income housing support based on household income. It covers subsidized housing applications for eligible households and includes priority categories and waiting-list management.
Who is eligible for the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Subsidized Housing Program program?
To be eligible for the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Subsidized Housing Program program, you must:
Household must meet income and asset limits.
Applicants must have legal status in Canada.
Household must be able to live independently.
What expenses are eligible under Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Subsidized Housing Program?
Application for rent-geared-to-income subsidized housing.
Registration on the centralized waiting list.
Update of an existing housing application online.
Who can I contact for more information about the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Subsidized Housing Program?
You can contact County of Wellington by email at cwlclerk@wellington.ca or by phone at 519.837.5492.
Where is the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Subsidized Housing Program available?
The Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Subsidized Housing Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Subsidized Housing Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Subsidized Housing Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Subsidized Housing Program?
Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Subsidized Housing Program is funded by County of Wellington