Hamilton Housing Help Centre

Housing Emergency Fund


Description

Helps Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients, Ontario Works (OW) recipients, and people with low income maintain their existing housing or establish a new residence.

  • ODSP and OW recipients can receive help with last month's rent, rent arrears, utility arrears.
  • People with low income can receive help with utility and rent arrears.
Eligibility
Eligibility is determined by the following criteria: Approved applicants are eligible for a maximum amount of support based on household size in a 24 month period, see website for table. Accommodation costs do not exceed 95% of the household income. The applicant is establishing a residence for the first time or attempting to remain in their current housing, both within the geographic boundaries of the City of Hamilton. The applicant's circumstances meet a situation outlined in the application (such as being evicted, having a disconnection notice for utilities, moving to first time or to more affordable housing).
Application Process
The application can be filled out and submitted online, or in person: OW recipients at Housing Services Division or Ontario Works offices. Low-income and ODSP recipients at Hamilton Housing Help Center. ODSP recipients (staying in emergency shelter) at Housing Services Division office. Indigenous community members at Hamilton Regional Indian Centre.
Documents Required
Documentation of disconnection notice for utilities and proof of one month of income for the household.
Office
905-526-8100
Web Site
https://www.housinghelpcentre.ca/financial-portal.html
Email
[email protected]
Languages
English
Fees
None
Topic(s)
Agency Information
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Copyright
Hamilton Public Library
Last Updated On
January 22, 2026
Last Verified On
January 22, 2026
Address
119 Main St E
Hamilton, ON, L8N 1G5

Office of the Hamilton Housing Help Centre.


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Accessibility
Fully Accessible
Hours of Operation
Mon
10:00 am to 4:30 pm
Tue
10:00 am to 4:30 pm
Wed
12:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Thu
10:00 am to 4:30 pm
Fri
10:00 am to 4:30 pm
Mon-Tue, Thu-Fri 10am-4:30pm, Wed 12 noon-4:30pm
Service Area(s)
Hamilton