The PEI Social Housing Registry includes the number of Islanders eligible and awaiting placement for supported housing through the Family Housing Program or Seniors Supported Housing Program. Social Housing Registry County Seniors waiting for supported housing Individuals and...
The Closing Cost Support Program assists Prince Edward Islanders of low and modest incomes with financial assistance to cover a portion of the closing costs on the purchase of their first home. Eligible applicants can apply to receive a contribution of up to $2,500 to support the closing costs of the purchase. Apply using the online form below. Am I eligible for closing cost assistance for my first house? For an applicant to be eligible for assistance, the following criteria must be met: At least one of the Applicants is a citizen or permanent resident of Canada and the Applicant is a resident...
Housing Progress Report: PEI Housing Strategy 2024-2029 (September 11, 2025) Progress Report: Housing Action Plan 2018-2023 (October 13, 2023) Progress Report: Housing Action Plan 2018-2023 (August 27, 2021) Progress Report: Housing Action Plan 2018-2023 (Feb 13, 2020) 2025...
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...
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...