Providing Safe & Affordable Rental Options for Low-income Individuals & Families

Through partnerships with non-profit organizations, co-operatives, and the Sault Ste. Marie Housing Corporation (SSMHC), eligible households pay rent based on their income rather than market rates. This helps ensure residents have stable housing while accessing supports that promote long-term well-being and community connection.


Types of Affordable Housing

Affordable housing options are offered through a variety of housing providers, each working to provide safe, well-maintained, and affordable homes for residents in our community.

Co-operatives (co-ops)

Members live in a co-operative community and participate in maintaining the property.

Non-Profit Housing

Owned by local service clubs, faith groups, cultural organizations, community agencies, or municipal governments.

Sault Ste. Marie Housing Corporation

Properties managed directly by SSMHC and offered at affordable rates.


Vacancies Filled Based on Situations

Affordable housing vacancies may be prioritized based on an applicant’s circumstances to help ensure housing is available to those with the greatest and most immediate need.

Victims of Domestic Violence and/or Human Trafficking

Members live in a co-operative community and participate in maintaining the property.

Urgent Homeless

Households experiencing chronic homelessness. If you do not fall into a priority category, vacancies are filled chronologically.

Sault Ste. Marie Housing Corporation

Properties managed directly by SSMHC and offered at affordable rates.

Are You Eligible for Housing Assistance?

At least one household member is 16+ and able to live independently (with or without supports).

All household members are Canadian Citizens, Landed Immigrants, or have Refugee Claimant Status with no deportation or exclusion orders.

You have no arrears with any social housing provider and have not misrepresented household income.

If you own a year-round residence, you agree to sell it within 180 days of receiving a subsidy.

Tenants must pursue all income sources they may qualify for.

Your gross household income does not exceed the limits below.

Household Income Limits

(Effective Jan. 2026)
Unit Type
Household Income
Bachelor
$29,500
1 Bedroom
$38,500
2 Bedroom
$46,500
3 Bedroom
$52,500
4 Bedroom
$61,000

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