I am not on the lease but I pay the rent, do I qualify?
You need to be on the lease as a lease holder or an occupant to qualify. You can still apply to the Toronto Rent Bank Program and our intake...
[ read more ]I get income from OSAP or my parents abroad, do I qualify?
This will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
[ read more ]Is my personal information protected?
Yes, your personal information will be kept confidential. We require your consent to share your information with any other third party, including your landlord.
[ read more ]Is there another program besides the Toronto Rent Bank that helps with rent?
There are many other resources in Toronto that support low-income tenants. Please call 211 or 311 to get more information on other resources that can assist you.
[ read more ]Does the Toronto Rent Bank only cover rent arrears? Does it cover electricity arrears?
The Toronto Rent Bank covers rental arrears, and first and last month’s rent. You can apply to the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) at 416-924-2543 or Emergency Energy Fund...
[ read more ]Can I refer someone who does not speak English to the Toronto Rent Bank?
We currently offer Rent Bank services in the following languages in addition to English: Arabic, Cantonese, French, Mandarin, Italian, Serbian, Spanish and Tamil.
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