The Canada-New Brunswick Housing Benefit is a shared funding initiative between the Government of Canada (CMHC) and the Province of New Brunswick. This benefit helps New Brunswickers who work part-time or at lower-paying jobs who are struggling to afford rent. Individuals have additional costs for shelter, food, clothing, and transportation due to the rising cost of living. This benefit provides help with rent so participants can address these additional costs and attempt to increase their earned income.
Please note: Funding is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications will not be accepted when all funds have been committed for the year. Applications will re-open when funds become available in April of the following year.
The CHB-NB is not for everyone. It is just one of the programs helping New Brunswickers to achieve greater independence and meet their basic needs. It does not affect any other benefits or supports from Social Development or Housing NB.
You may qualify for the CHB-NB if you answer ‘yes’ to ALL of the conditions below:
- You are under the age of 65
- You live alone.
- *You rent the place where you live.
- You do not receive a housing subsidy from Housing NB.
- You live in New Brunswick.
- You are employed.
- You have filed your taxes for the previous year.
- Your employment income (before tax) is between $12,500 and $50,000.
FamiliesPlease note: If you are a low-income working family struggling to afford rent, then please contact 211 to determine your eligibility for the Canada-New Brunswick Housing Benefit or to learn more about the rental assistance programs available at Housing NB. |
This benefit is NOT for you if you answer ‘yes’ to any of the conditions below:
- You own your own home.
- You receive another housing benefit (subsidized housing, rent supplement).
- You live in a single room occupancy dwelling (e.g., rooming house, boarding house).
If you are not eligible for the CHB-NB, you may qualify for other supports such as:
Applying or completing your annual review for the CHB-NB online is the quickest and easiest way to apply.
To apply or to complete your annual review for the CHB-NB, you will need all of the information listed in the “What do I need” section below.
Once you have reviewed the information in the “What do I need” section, click the “proceed” button at the bottom of the page to continue to the SSNB Online Portal. This new and secure feature allows you to apply online, renew your benefit, safely upload documents, save your progress, and access your personal information.
If you prefer, you can download and print an application to complete by hand. Email your completed forms and copies of the requested documents to chb-acl@gnb.ca, drop off at a Social Development/Housing NB office near you, or mail to:
Housing NB
551 King St.
Sartain MacDonald Building
PO Box 6000
Fredericton, NB
E3B 5H1
Please allow for extra processing time if you mail your application.
If you would like to receive a hard copy of the application or annual review package by mail, or have any questions about the application process, please contact infochb-acl@gnb.ca or call 211.
SSNB Online Portal Instructions
Step 1- Select the Canada-New Brunswick Housing Benefit Online Application.
Step 2 – Click “Register” (or log in if you already have an account). You will be prompted to enter your first name, last name, and email.
Step 3 – A confirmation email containing a username will be sent to the email you provided in step 2.
Step 4 – Click the link provided in the confirmation email to set up your password and proceed to the application.
If it is your first time applying for the CHB-NB, select the CHB-NB form.
If you are already enrolled and need to renew your benefit, select the CHB-NB Annual Review Form.
Step 5 – Complete and submit your application or annual review online.
Once you have successfully submitted your application or annual review, you will receive a confirmation email that includes a reference number. Please keep this information for your records.
Do you need help completing the online application or annual review form?211 Online Chat and Phone SupportGet help with the following via chat or by calling 211:
You can find the chat button at the bottom of the online application or annual review. Chat support available Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. or call 2-1-1 (available 24/7)
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You will need the following to complete this application:
Rental Information
You will need to provide ONE of the following to confirm your rent.
- Rent Receipt, within the last 30 days, that includes your name, address, rent amount, date, and landlord’s name.
- Copy of recent rent increase notice. If over 30 days old, then a utility bill (power, heat, or water) dated within the last 30 days will need to be provided in addition to your lease.
- Copy of lease or tenancy agreement within the last year. If over a year old, then a utility bill dated within the last 30 days will need to be provided in addition to your lease.
- Signed rental declaration form.
Annual Review: If you are completing your annual review, you may also provide a utility bill (address/name must match the information we have on file from your original application).
Proof of Income
1. Notice of Assessment from Canada Revenue Agency
(Other tax documents like T1, T4, T4E, etc., are not accepted.)
- If you do not have your notice of assessment, you can log in to your CRA My Account or call 1-800-267-6999.
- If you have not filed your taxes, find a free tax clinic near you.
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2. Employment income information
- Pay stubs – 4 most recent/consecutive. (If you worked more than one job, please provide pay stubs for each.) OR
- A recent letter from employer (within the last 30 days) that includes:
- The date you were hired,
- Your gross annual income or rate of pay (include any overtime pay or bonuses),
- Hours scheduled to work each week,
- Employer contact information, and
- Employer signature.
Payment information
- The CHB-NB will be administered to successful applicants by direct deposit.
- Please complete and sign the Canada-New Brunswick Housing Benefit Direct Deposit Consent Form.
Note: We understand your situation (family, employment, financial) may change during the year. If your situation changes, then your benefit might be adjusted the next year. Your benefit is calculated once a year.