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Rent Supplement Program

Monthly rent support for eligible households

Offered by

Regional Municipality of Durham

Official source: durham.ca

Source change captured July 3, 2026

Funding available: $ 150 - $ 250
Deadline: Open continuously
Location: Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply: An individual who normally lives in Ontario; See full eligibility

Overview

The program provides a monthly rent supplement to landlords on behalf of eligible households in need of rental assistance. It supports affordable rental housing and related housing arrangements in Cornwall and the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding: $250
Minimum funding: $150

Financing goals

Develop a new program or service
Increase social or community impact
Enhance an existing program
Renovate or expand facilities
Renovate or adapt facilities

Eligible candidates

Location: Cornwall
Ontario
Eligible Industries: All industries
Annual revenue: All revenue ranges
Organisation size: All organization sizes
Audience: All groups
Legal structures: All legal structures

Start applying for this program

Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.

Availability timeline

2026

Periods: 1

Latest changes

July 3, 2026

Rent Supplement Program form updated

The Rent Supplement Program now shows a detailed pre-determination form with new eligibility rules, subsidy amounts of $150 or $250 per month, and a stated wait time of up to 12 months.

The Rent Supplement Program now includes a detailed pre-determination form with specific eligibility checks and application instructions. The form states that eligible households may receive $150 or $250 per month, must have household liquid assets not exceeding $50,000, must not receive another rent subsidy, and may face a wait time of up to 12 months before an application is sent when funds become available. The form also clarifies that the unit must be in the City of Cornwall or the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry, that shelter costs must be more than 30% of income, and that household income and unit rent must stay within the posted limits.

Official source: durham.ca

July 3, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

An individual who normally lives in Ontario
A corporation that carries on business in Ontario
A trade union that holds bargaining rights for employees in Ontario

Who is not eligible

A candidate whose nomination has been filed with the City Clerk
A federal political party registered under the Canada Elections Act, or any federal constituency association or registered candidate endorsed by that party
A provincial political party, constituency association, registered candidate or leadership contestant registered under the Election Finances Act
The Crown in right of Canada or Ontario, a municipality or a local board

Eligible expenses

Monthly rent supplement paid to the landlord.

Eligible geographic areas

City of Cornwall
United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry

Activities funded

Monthly rent supplement for eligible households.

How to apply

Step 1: Complete the pre-determination or application form
- Provide household, income, asset, and unit information.
- Answer all required questions fully.
Step 2: Submit the form for review
- Send the completed application to the Human Services Department / Housing Programs.
Step 3: Wait for eligibility review
- If you qualify, you may be placed on a waitlist or call list.
- An application is sent when funds become available.