Search
Apply for Family Housing Online
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...
Seniors Housing
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...
Social Assistance Policies
General Policies 1.1 Delegated Authority 1.2 Eligibility 1.3 Cohabitation 1.6 Emergency Assistance 1.7 Family Violence Support Plan Policies 2.2 Case Plans Employment Policies 3.1 Employable Persons 3.2 Exemptions from Employment 3.3 Refusal of Employment or Training 3.4 Post...
Moving Towards Digital Services
The PEI Government is committed to digital services that will benefit Islanders, businesses, and government. As PEI expands its digital government services: Islanders are accessing more of the services they need when, where, and however they choose; Businesses are renewing permits and licenses more efficiently; and Government is delivering services more efficiently and more effectively for Islanders. What can I expect from a digital government? The long-term vision is to provide streamlined digital services that will allow each Island resident to access a variety of services from their MyPEI...
Housing Benefit for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence
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...
Frequently Asked Questions - About MyPEI Account
On this page: What is the Basic MyPEI Account? Who is eligible for a Basic MyPEI Account? What do I need to set up a Basic MyPEI Account? What services are available in a Basic MyPEI Account? What is the difference between a Basic MyPEI Account and a Verified MyPEI Account? Why...