The Province of Prince Edward Island offers support to first-time homebuyers seeking to purchase a home in Prince Edward Island. For more information, and how to apply, visit the respective program pages. Down Payment Assistance Program Closing Cost Program Rent-to-Own Pilot...
Annual Report for the PEI Housing Corporation for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.
How much funding is available? The program will provide forgivable loans of up to $55,000 per unit to increase the number of affordable housing options in the province. Who is eligible to apply for funding? The Affordable Housing Development Program is open to non-profit...
The Survivors of Gender-Based Violence Housing Benefit is a direct-to-household benefit that will provide financial assistance to support qualifying individuals who are escaping abusive situations by helping to cover their monthly housing expenses, such as rent, mortgage payments...
There are nine housing authorities under the PEI Housing Corporation as outlined in the Housing Corporation Act. The Corporation shares the responsibility for social housing in the province with local housing authorities and provincial government. The role of the housing...
Housing is an important support for individuals and families to be healthy and productive, and successful citizens, and contributors to our society. It is not just about buildings; safe and appropriate housing is a basic support that contributes to personal well-being, economic...
Island families and individuals unable to obtain or maintain adequate housing due to a low household income, poor housing conditions, or other special circumstances may be eligible for supported housing through the Family Housing Program. Eligible applicants may be approved for: Government-owned housing: Bachelor to four-bedroom units are equipped with essential appliances and utility services. Tenants must supply their own furniture and maintain tenant’s insurance coverage. Most families pay 25% of their household income for rent and cover the cost for heat and electricity, although...
In November 2023, the Government of Prince Edward Island initiated a review of programs and services for vulnerable Islanders.
Senior Island residents without adequate housing or having increasing difficulty maintaining their home due to low income, poor housing conditions, or other special circumstances that restricts their independence may be eligible for rental assistance through the Seniors Housing Program. Applicants age 60 years and over, or age 55 years and over if living with a disability, needing housing may be approved for: Government-owned housing: Bachelor, one-bedroom, and a limited number of two-bedroom units are equipped with essential appliances and some units are designed to accommodate persons with a...