Resources tagged with 'Public Housing'

Islanders can apply for rental housing in Family Housing units located in nine communities or be provided with a rent supplement benefit to help pay for private landlord owned housing anywhere in PEI. For most applicants, rent is based on 25% of total household gross income.

Family Housing units may be available in the following communities:

• Alberton
• Charlottetown area
• Georgetown
• Montague
• Mount Stewart
• O'Leary
• Souris
• Summerside
• Tignish

Most communities have one, two, three, and four bedroom units available. Generally the tenant is responsible for utilities, must furnish the apartment, and maintain tenant's insurance.

Eligible individuals can apply for rental housing in Seniors Housing units in 32 communities across PEI or be provided with a rent supplement benefit to help pay for private landlord owned housing in any PEI community. Rent is based on the income of the tenant.

Units are generally one-bedroom apartments with a living room, kitchen, bathroom, and storage area. There are a limited number of bachelor and two-bedroom units. Heat is included in the rent. Tenant is responsible for furnishings, utilities other than heat, and tenant insurance.