Transitional Housing
Two-year supportive housing for those needing longer-term support.
Learn moreHousing Stabilization
Programs & Services
From first keys to stable home
The Newcomer Housing Help program assists newly arrived refugees to access and maintain housing in their new community. It provides housing information, assistance to access housing and income supports, and enables clients to access permanent housing.
To keep housing stable, the program also focuses on stabilizing clients with physical and mental health complications by linking them to appropriate health care providers. Housing is a key component for newcomers to succeed in their process of adapting and integrating into Canadian society.
Who this program serves
Newly arrived refugees
How to access
Contact our main line to be connected with the housing team.
Contact
416-864-0515Main line — ask for Housing Stabilization
Focus
Housing search · income supports · landlord advocacy · health links
Services provided
- Helping vulnerable clients find housing appropriate to their needs
- Accommodation search — housing workers help newcomers navigate the housing market, minimize barriers, and explore options including transitional supportive housing and subsidized housing through the City of Toronto BNL (by-name list)
- Income support — assistance navigating the income support system, obtaining funding such as the housing stabilization fund, and rent supplement programs
- Advocacy — support communicating with landlords and income security programs to reduce communication barriers
A holistic modelThe housing program offers a holistic service model — pairing the search for an affordable home with income supports and health links, so that housing is not just found but kept.
Related programs
Outreach
Support for former residents settling into the community.
Learn moreFor Refugees
Official housing resources and information for claimants.
Learn moreEvery lease signed is a life stabilized
Support housing workers who guide newcomers through Toronto’s toughest market.