Closed
Social Housing (Rent Geared to Income) Program
Subsidized housing based on household income
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program offers subsidized housing with rent set at approximately 30% of household income. It supports eligible households through social housing, centralized waitlisting, and rent-geared-to-income units in Cornwall and SDG.
/100
Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Cornwall
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- From $ 42,000 to $ 46,250 in revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Housing
Target groups
- Seniors
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Social housing placement
- Rent-geared-to-income housing assistance
- Centralized waitlist management
- Supportive and seniors housing access
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Signed declaration and consent form
- Proof of identity and immigration status
- Income tax Notice of Assessment and income proof
- Bank statements and asset documents
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Low- to moderate-income households
- Seniors
- People with special needs who can live in the community with supports
- Market tenants and co-op members applying in-situ
Who is not eligible
- Households with unresolved social housing arrears
- Households above the income or asset limits
- Households with an enforceable removal order
- Households with recent misrepresentation or related convictions
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Cornwall
- United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry
Selection criteria
- Household income and asset levels
- Household composition and occupancy standards
- Housing history and arrears status
- Priority status where applicable
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out the social housing application form.
- Sign the declaration and consent forms.
- Step 2: Gather supporting documents
- Include identity, income, assets, and other required proofs.
- Add any medical verification form if needed.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the package by mail, email, fax, or drop-box.
- Submit to the Housing Registry at the Cornwall access centre.
- Step 4: Wait for written notice
- Applicants receive written confirmation of application status.
- Keep the Registry informed of any changes to your file.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed by the Housing Registry or housing provider
- Applicants receive a written notice of the decision
- If approved, the household is placed on the waitlist or offered housing
- Household details may be reviewed again during annual updates
- Applicants must respond to housing offers; refusal can affect eligibility
Additional information
- Applicants are placed on a centralized waitlist if eligible.
- Applicants will receive written confirmation of their application status.
- One housing offer refusal may affect waitlist eligibility.
- Applicants must report changes to their file promptly.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Social Housing (Rent Geared to Income) Program Program
What is the Social Housing (Rent Geared to Income) Program?
This program offers subsidized housing with rent set at approximately 30% of household income. It supports eligible households through social housing, centralized waitlisting, and rent-geared-to-income units in Cornwall and SDG.
How much funding can be received?
Social Housing (Rent Geared to Income) Program Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Social Housing (Rent Geared to Income) Program program?
To be eligible for the Social Housing (Rent Geared to Income) Program program, you must:
Household member aged 16+ and independent
Income and assets within limits
Arrears repaid or in good standing
What expenses are eligible under Social Housing (Rent Geared to Income) Program?
Social housing placement
Rent-geared-to-income housing assistance
Centralized waitlist management
Supportive and seniors housing access
Who can I contact for more information about the Social Housing (Rent Geared to Income) Program?
You can contact City of Cornwall by email at humanservices@cornwall.ca or by phone at 613-933-6282.
Where is the Social Housing (Rent Geared to Income) Program available?
The Social Housing (Rent Geared to Income) Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Social Housing (Rent Geared to Income) Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Social Housing (Rent Geared to Income) Program is a Other Support