Federal-Provincial Partnership Will Provide Rent Support for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence

The federal and provincial government has announced an enhancement to the Canada Housing Benefit that will provide additional housing supports for survivors of gender-based violence.

Through a joint investment of $17.12 million over five years, this enhancement will help survivors, including women, children and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people, find a safe and affordable home in the private rental market.

The Canada Housing Benefit for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence is expected to support over 580 individuals or householders throughout the province.

Since 2021, the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Benefit has helped over 550 families secure housing in the private rental market.