Affordable Housing units are those which offer rental accommodations with a rent based on less than 80% of the current Average Market Rents (AMR). To review the current AMR in your area go to:
• http://www.mah.gov.on.ca/AssetFactory.aspx?did=5151

Refer to the below income chart to see if you may qualify for an AHP rental unit. A full listing of available AHP rental units is listed in the Rental Overview section.

Unit Type Bachelor One Bedroom Two Bedroom Three Bedroom
Max. Income Level $19,000 $24,500 $29,500 $34,500

Supplying safe and affordable housing to Oxford County residents is a top priority. A 2008 Social Report which assessed the quality of life of Oxford County residents; revealed that finding affordable housing tops the list of obstacles. Over 7700 households spend more than 30% of their income on housing costs. This translates to the likelihood of a financially strained household with inadequate funds for nutrition, education, clothing, transportation and healthcare.

To view the full report:
• http://www2.unitedway.ca/UWCanada/uploadedFiles/Learn/2008 Oxford Social Report.pdf

The Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program provides funding for developers as incentive to build affordable rental and supportive units. Follow link to download the Expression of Interest (EOI) documentation:
• http://www.oxfordcounty.ca/site/3023/default.aspx

Under the same program prospective homebuyers meeting specific criteria may be eligible for a down-payment assistance loan. To apply:
• http://www.oxfordcounty.ca/site/2738/default.aspx