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Updated Jul 22, 2026
Housing & Shelter

Housing Nova Scotia

Provincial public housing, rent supplements, and repair programs.

Resources on hand
  • Public housing
  • Canada-Nova Scotia Targeted Housing Benefit
  • Rent supplements
  • Home repair grants
Programs

Public Housing

Rent-geared-to-income units (30% of household income) in every county.

Eligibility
Low-income Nova Scotians. Waitlist applies.
Cost
30% of gross income
Intake
Apply through regional housing authority.

Canada-NS Targeted Housing Benefit

Monthly rent supplement paid directly to eligible renters.

Eligibility
Low- to moderate-income households spending >50% on rent, or at risk of homelessness.
Cost
Free to apply
Intake
Apply via Housing Nova Scotia intake line.