The Rent Ready program provides financial support for utility and rent costs to people in Hamilton who have a low income or who receive support through Ontario Works or the Ontario Disability Support Program.
Rent Ready is NOT a mandatory benefit.
Approved applicants must have already accessed their maximum eligibility through the Housing Stability Benefit Program.
Rent Ready is not available for setting up a residence outside of Hamilton.
Ontario Works recipients can apply through the Hamilton services or online by completing the Request for Housing Stability Benefit Request Form that is available on the Hamilton Housing Help Centre's website.
People with a low-income and Ontario Disability Support Program recipients can apply at the Hamilton Housing Help Centre.
Indigenous community members can apply at the Hamilton Regional Indian Centre.