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| How to Apply for Co-op Housing Most co-ops have a waiting list of people who would like to move into the co-op. These lists are usually divided into two categories:
Subsidy (or rent supplement) is money that the government pays to help lower the rents for people with low incomes. Each co-op has an agreement with the government that outlines the amount of money available and who can qualify.
How to apply if you can pay
market rent If you can pay the full or "market" rent, contact the co-op for an application form. Click here for a list of co-ops with open waiting lists. How to apply if you need a subsidy If you need a subsidy to help you pay for your housing, contact Housing Connections at 416-981-6111. Housing Connections administers the waiting lists for subsidized housing in Toronto including most co-ops. Please remember
When you apply to a housing co-op, please remember that
Back to top If you are frustrated that there is not enough affordable housing in Toronto, you can write, fax or e-mail to federal and provincial politicians. Provincial
You can find out the name and address of your member of the provincial legislature (MPP) by calling the Government of Ontario Information Services at 416-326-1234 or visiting http://olaap.ontla.on.ca/mpp/contact.jsp. Federal
There are two ministers with responsibility for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. (CMHC)
To find out the name and address
of your federal Member of Parliament (MP), call 1-800-463-6868 or by visiting the government of Canada web site at http://canada.gc.ca/
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