Housing and Youth Shelters

Find a Place

How do I Rent an Apartment?
7 Steps to Renting an Apartment:   1. Know what you want Make a list of things you want in an apartment. This can include move-in date, size, location, how much you want...
Where Can I Find A Shelter?
For more information on where you can find a shelter, please visit this page.
I'm Going To Stay At A Shelter
Are you planning on visiting a shelter? First, find out what a shelter is, and how you can find one, if you don't already know. Once you've found one, it's important to know these...
I Just Arrived - Where Do I Live?
Staying in a hotel while you are looking for a place to live can get really expensive!  Other places you can stay:
Where Can I Find A Shelter?
You can find shelters by: Calling the Kids Help Phone at at 1-800-668-6868 Calling a shelter helpline in your area. Searching for youth shelters on 211Ontario. If you show up...
What is Subsidized Housing?
Subsidized housing is when the government or a private organization helps you by paying part of your rent. The amount of rent you pay with subsidized housing can be based on...

After you Move in

What are my Rights as a Tenant?
Renting an apartment or house can be an exciting experience, especially if it is your first time. However, it can also be a confusing and challenging experience, particularly if...
What are my Responsibilities as a Tenant?
Along with my rights as a tenant, do I also have responsibilities? Yes! As a tenant in Ontario, you also have responsibilities which you must follow. These are explained in the...
What are my Rights after I have moved in?
Once you have moved into your new home, remember that you have important rights. Take a look at the Residential Tenancies Act which applies to most people who rent their housing....

Resources on Housing and Shelter

What is Supportive Housing?