Housing Blog

Finding a safe and stable place to live is one of the most important steps when starting a new life in an unfamiliar place. For recent immigrants and refugees to Waterloo Region, this can be challenging.

Adding a Renter Cover Letter could help give landlords insight into why you’d be a great tenant. This summary of the Renter Cover Letter Toolkit by the Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) shows you how to create a strong cover letter while protecting yourself from discrimination.

Safe Haven Youth Services is a vital resource for youth aged 12 to 18 in Waterloo Region. We're dedicated to providing support to those facing homelessness with our four key programs.

On April 24, the Region of Waterloo Council approved the final report for the official Plan to End Chronic Homelessness. Here's how you can take part in the effort.

Explore some of the Renter's Toolkit tips to keep in mind as you search for your next apartment.

If you are facing housing instability in Waterloo Region, here's how our Housing Resource Centres can help with eviction prevention and re-housing services.

Explore 5 questions that every tenant should know the answer to when it comes to the maintenance and repairs of your rental.

Waterloo Region has an extensive Community Food Assistance Network of over 120 community programs and agency partners to make sure that you and your family have food on the table over the holidays and throughout the year.

Legal challenges can be hard to navigate on your own. If you or someone you know is struggling with legal issues, there are resources available to help navigate this process.

Discover how local shelters and fundraisers are combating homelessness in Waterloo Region. Learn about the organizations making a difference and find out how you can get involved to support those in need.