Help for people who want to rent affordable housing
The purpose of our rental housing program is to provide safe, adequate, and affordable rental accommodations to seniors and families on fixed or low incomes. The total number of units in Nova Scotia exceeds 12,300 with about 7,700 senior apartments, 3,700 family units, and approximately 800 rent supplement units.
There are seven Housing Authorities in the Province who are responsible for the administration and management of the rental housing stock. An application for accommodation can be obtained by contacting the Housing Authority in your area or your nearest Department of Community Services' Housing Services Office.
Programs and resources
- Family Rental Housing
This program is designed to provide rental housing to families in need. - Rent Supplement Program
A rental subsidy that is paid to private landlords, and which individuals to pay rent based upon income. - Co-operative and Non-profit Housing Programs
Co-operative housing programs provide modest, affordable housing for lower and moderate-income families and individuals. - Lone Parent Student Affordable Rental Housing
Rental housing units for low-income singe parents attending university. - Seniors Rental Housing
This program is designed to provide adequate, affordable rental housing to senior citizens and other individuals in need.