The Rent Bank Program can assist tenants who have short- term rental arrears due to an emergency or other unforeseen circumstance and are facing eviction for non-payment of rent. The tenant can apply to the Rent Bank Program to receive financial assistance providing the tenant meets current eligibility requirements. Arrears will be paid directly to the landlord on the tenant’s behalf.
Our Program
Services may also include the following:
- Information on landlord and tenant relations
- Information on the eviction process
- Information on tenant rights and responsibilities
One tool that can be used to prevent eviction is the Rent Bank Program which does the following:
- Provides financial assistance in the form of interest-free loans to individuals, couples and families with children who are experiencing financial difficulties that are leading to eviction or difficulty in securing housing
- Eligibility criteria must be met before a loan can be issued
- Tenants may access up to two month’s rental arrears
Loan repayment
- All loans are provided interest free
- Repayment schedule will take into consideration the tenant’s current budget
What to do if you can’t pay the rent
Contact us
In Kitchener, contact Denise Muill at 519-743-2460 ext 225 or drop into our office between 3-4 pm weekdays at 165 King Street East.
In Cambridge, contact Darlene Boehm at 519-623-9380 ext 231 or drop-in at 35 Dickson St, between 1-3 pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
