For thousands of Ontario families who are living on rent with lower incomes, securing affordable and safe housing is a challenge for them in this expensive private rental market. Here comes the role of the Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit (COHB), which fills the gap by providing a monthly cash housing allowance. It is designed to help vulnerable families pay their rent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Unlike other long-running social housing subsidies and assistance programs that tie tenants to a specific building or public housing project, the Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit is portable. This means your subsidy moves with you anywhere in Ontario, giving you the freedom to choose a home closer to job opportunities, family support networks, transit, or preferred schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This detailed guide breaks down the 2026 payment calendar, eligibility thresholds, calculation formulas with worked examples, priority qualification groups, and annual renewal requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n