How do I apply?
To apply for social housing in Prescott and Russell, please contact
Kim Martel, Tenant Placement Clerk, by calling at 613-675-4661, at our toll free number at 1-800-667-9825 or by email at kmartel@prescott-russell.on.ca.
You can download and print a copy of the Social Housing Request or you can obtain a copy at the Housing Services Division office in
L'Orignal at 59 Court Street, 2nd Floor, or the office of any
participating housing provider. Read the instructions carefully before
complete the application. Make sure that the Release, Consent and
Declaration on the application has been signed by all members of your
household who are 16 years or older.
All household members must submit proof of Canadian residency and proof of their current income.
Submit your application and all applicable supporting documents to
the Prescott and Russell Housing Services Division by mail, by fax at
1-877-844-9795, or in person, by mail at 59 Court Street, P. O. Box 303, L'Orignal (Ontario) K0B 1K0, or by email at sdl@prescott-russell.on.ca.
The Housing Services Division determines eligibility for
rent-geared-to-income (RGI) housing based on a duly completed and signed
application. Your application will not be considered for eligibility if
the application form is incomplete or if documents are missing. Upon
approval of your application, your name will be added to the centralized
waiting list in chronological order.
It is your responsibility to inform us immediately of any change to your file. Failure to do so could impact your eligibility.
Personal information contained in this form or in attachments is collected pursuant to the Housing Services Act, 2011 and the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (R.S.O. 1990 c. F.31) or the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (R.S.O. 1990 c. M.56). This
information may be used to determine eligibility for housing applied
to, continuation of housing, and may be used for the appropriate
rent-geared-to-income charge.