Simcoe County, Corporation of

Site: Midhurst Administration Centre

Service: Social Housing - Housing Retention Program

Record #: CWD2815
Last Modified: 05 Feb 2025
Last Full Update: 04 Feb 2025

Description

Description (Service)

Assists with first/last month's rent and moving/storing expenses.

May assist with rental and mortgage arrears when the individual has been issued a N-4 and is facing eviction.

May also assist with utility arrears including hydro, gas, water - must have a disconnection notice, as well as oil, propane or wood.

A combined maximum of $1500 for eligible singles/couples and $3500 for eligible families in a 24-month period may be available.

Requests for financial assistance will be considered based on individual circumstance and available funding. Applications are completed over the phone.

Service Details

Hours Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Areas Served Simcoe County
Eligibility Low-income households including working individuals, OW, ODSP, CPP, EI, WSIB recipients.  
Call for more specific eligibility criteria.
Application Interested applicants can call to make an application.
  • Additional information (lease agreement, 30-day bank statements, N4, disconnection notice, quotes etc.) may be required for the application.
  • Applicants will be advised of the required documentation which can be submitted in person or via e-mail.
  • Once the information is received, a caseworker will call the applicant to determine eligibility. Processing times do vary.
  • If an applicant requires the support of a community agency to complete any part of the application, consent from the applicant is required.
  • Languages Interpretive Services
    Fees None

    Address and Location

    Located In Community Springwater
    Address & Map
    Administration Centre, 1110 Hwy 26
    Springwater, ON
    Canada L9X 1N6
    Physical Access Fully Accessible

    Contact Information

    Office Phone 705-722-3132 ext 1833
    E-Mail info@simcoe.ca
    Website www.simcoe.ca/OntarioWorks/Pages/housing.aspx
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    Mailing Address Administration Centre, 1110 Hwy 26 
    Springwater, ON 
    Canada L9X 1N6

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