What We Do
North House works to prevent homelessness in a number of ways:
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Accessing Affordable Housing
Assistance with locating available units, rental applications, completion of a standard lease and connecting clients with housing providers.
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Harm Reduction
Access to harm reduction supplies and education to ensure safe usage, enhanced skills and knowledge to live safer and healthier lives.
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Housing First Program
Housing First is a recovery-oriented approach that moves people experiencing homelessness into independent and permanent housing.
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Housing Stability Program
Helping low-income households who are at risk of homelessness or are currently homeless to secure housing or to help prevent eviction.
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ID Replacement
Did you lose your I.D? Was your I.D stolen? Do you need help with the cost of your I.D replacement? North House is here to help navigate the process.
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Income Tax
Book an appointment with us and the team at North House will assist in the completion of your taxes for this year, and/or previous years.
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Landlord & Tenant Board Support
Do you have concerns about your tenancy and the appropriate forms to file with the Landlord and Tenant Board? Click below to get help.
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Low-income Energy Assistance
Behind on your electricity or gas bill and at-risk for having your service disconnected? You may qualify for the LEAP Program.
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North Toy Box
North House can share toys and gifts with low-income families across north Durham. Gifts for birthdays or a child attending a friend’s birthday
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Ontario Electricity Support Program
North House is an authorized agency for The Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP).
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RentSmart
RentSmart is a course designed to teach people important skills to build knowledge and confidence to find and keep housing.
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Shower, Laundry and Kitchen
Shower, laundry and kitchen facilities for individuals and families without access.
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Landlord Engagement
Opening Doors in Durham Region the benefit program for landlords with signing bonuses and risk mitigation funds to help cover costs of repairs.