Housing

Safe and appropriate housing is fundamental to the overall wellbeing of individuals. A housing crisis has been identified in Ottawa, and this is impacted by various factors. These factors include: the lack of adequate housing in general, but even more, the lack of affordable housing. Rising inflation rates, increasing rent prices, the impact the pandemic has had on employment rates and mental health, and the lengthy housing registries compound the housing crisis. This leaves many members of our community precariously housed, or without housing.

SEOCHC helps complete the OCH Annual Income Review and Household Composition Form for OCH tenants living in catchment. Please call to make an appointment to complete this necessary form. Our teams are available to provide information and referrals to the agencies and resources below.

South-East Ottawa works with partner agencies to support all other housing related client inquiries. Depending on where in the city you currently live, you will be referred to one of two dedicated housing agencies in our City: Housing Help or Action Logement. Both agencies provide support for housing loss prevention, housing search, provides referrals, and provides information about your rights and responsibilities as a tenant.  

Partner Agency Information:

Action Housing:
214 Montreal Road, Unit 202

613-562-8219

Housing Help:

1335 Carling Ave, Unit 214

613-563-4532

The Ottawa Housing Registry, which maintains the applications and waitlists for subsidized housing, can be reached by calling 613-526-2088

For emergency shelter, call the City at 311. The domestic violence helpline is 613-745-4818.

For information on tenant’s rights, please call the Landlord Tenant Board at 1-888-322-3234.

Eligibility Criteria

OCH Annual Income Review and Household Composition Form for OCH tenants living in catchment

Partner Agencies may have different eligibility criteria. Please contact directly for further information.

Hours of Operation

By appointment: Monday – Friday 8:30 to 4:30

In-person, virtual and telephone appointments available. Call: (613)7375115 ext.2386 during business hours Monday to Friday.

Location

1355 Bank Steet-6th floor