Housing

Living in Ontario

• What are the monthly living expenses for a family of 3?

  Your monthly expenses depend on many things, such as your city, housing type, where you shop, your lifestyle and more.

• Recycling or Disposal – What to Do with Household Goods

  It is important that you dispose of household materials in a safe and environmentally-friendly way. This article has information about how to dispose of books, cars, renovation materials, fabrics and clothes, hazardous waste and more.

• Where should I live in Ontario?

  This is a very important decision. Where you live will affect your entire experience of moving to Canada. You need to make an informed decision about where to live in Ontario.

• What kinds of housing are common in Ontario?

  Whether you rent or buy, you can choose from many different types of housing.

• What is the weather like in Ontario?

  The weather depends on where you are because Ontario is a large province.

• What is a housing co-operative?

  A housing co-operative (co-op) is a type of non-profit housing. If you are eligible to live in a housing co-op your rent will likely be lower than in a privately owned apartment or it may even be subsidized by the government.

Buy a Home

• How do I buy a home?

  You need to consider many things when you buy a home, especially if it is your first time owning a home in Canada.

• Should I buy a new or resale home?

  Your decision will be based on the amount of time, planning and money that will be required.

• Are there any incentives or tax breaks for buying a home?

  These are the government incentives for first-time homebuyers.

Emergency and Short-Term Housing

• What is emergency housing?

  Emergency housing is short-term accommodation for people who are homeless or in crisis.

• Who can get emergency housing?

  Each facility sets its own rules about who is eligible to stay and for how long and what services are offered. Contact a facility in your area to see what their rules are.

• I am a government sponsored refugee. Can I get help with housing when I arrive?

  If you are a government-sponsored refugee who lands by air in Toronto, Immigrant Reception and Information Services (IRIS) will meet you at the airport.

Housing for Seniors