The Housing Division of the Department of Health & Wellness is expanding the Emergency Housing Support Program “I’tesnen: We Are Staying” program services through a partnership with The Atlantic Policy Congress (APC). The program is expanding to all members who reside in Canada and who require assistance with the following:
- Emergency Housing Set-Up – Provide rental startup assistance such as first/last month’s rent and damage deposit.
- Housing Placement – Time- Limited rental assistance to support individuals or families being placed into housing.
- Prevention and Shelter Diversion – Assist with rental and/or utility arrears to prevent eviction.
- Emergency Housing – Provide short term placement for a maximum of five (5) nights.