Rent Bank
210 Napier St
Hamilton Ontario
L8R 1S7
Hamilton Ontario
L8R 1S7
Rent Bank
Tenants facing eviction for non-payment of rent can apply to receive financial assistance from the provincial rent bank program. If a tenant's application is approved, the outstanding rent is paid directly to the landlord on behalf of the tenant. Please click here for a copy of the Rent Bank Brochure.
Tenants facing eviction for non-payment of rent can apply to receive financial assistance from the provincial rent bank program. If a tenant's application is approved, the outstanding rent is paid directly to the landlord on behalf of the tenant. Please click here for a copy of the Rent Bank Brochure.
How do I know if I am eligible to apply for Rent Bank?
You may be eligible if:
You may be eligible if:
Rent Bank Appeals
If a client is dissatisfied with the outcome, he/she may appeal directly to the Executive Director or designate to have his/her application reviewed. Within seven (7) days, a reassessment will determine if the client meets the eligibility requirements according to the City of Hamilton and Provincial and Local rules. Appeals can only be granted if the individual meets eligibility criteria. The applicant will be contacted by Hamilton Housing Help Centre with a written outcome of the result of the appeal including the reason for the outcome.
If a client is dissatisfied with the outcome, he/she may appeal directly to the Executive Director or designate to have his/her application reviewed. Within seven (7) days, a reassessment will determine if the client meets the eligibility requirements according to the City of Hamilton and Provincial and Local rules. Appeals can only be granted if the individual meets eligibility criteria. The applicant will be contacted by Hamilton Housing Help Centre with a written outcome of the result of the appeal including the reason for the outcome.
To determine if you qualify, please contact the Housing Help Centre at 905-527-7479
The Rent Bank is funded by the Province of Ontario, administered by the City of Hamilton, and delivered by the Hamilton Housing Help Centre.
You are facing eviction for nonpayment of rent
You have received an N4 (notice to end tenancy Early for nonpayment of rent) or a Hearing notice/order
You are a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident or made application for permanent residency or have made a claim for refugee protection.
You must have a source of income ie: ODSP/OW employment, EI, WSIB, Support payments etc.
Your Household income meets within the HIL(Household Income Limit) set by the City
You will also be required to provide proof of all of the above.
You have received an N4 (notice to end tenancy Early for nonpayment of rent) or a Hearing notice/order
You are a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident or made application for permanent residency or have made a claim for refugee protection.
You must have a source of income ie: ODSP/OW employment, EI, WSIB, Support payments etc.
Your Household income meets within the HIL(Household Income Limit) set by the City
You will also be required to provide proof of all of the above.
Click here to download an application
