About: The Diversion Program provides financial assistance towards obtaining housing and/or eviction prevention. It is intended to prevent individuals from experiencing homelessness and address barriers to housing. The Diversion program is funded by the Department of Opportunities and Social Development.

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Our program can help with:​

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• Rental arrears (where an eviction notice has been issued)

• Utility arrears (where a disconnection notice has been issued)

• Rent supplement delay (for people who have applied for rent supplements and are pending approval)

• Housing acquisition (damage deposit, first month rent)

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The Diversion program is not able to assist homeowners, or assist with storage fees, moving fees, temporary accommodations/hotel stays, home heating oil, phone, internet, or insurance.

 

In order to be eligible for funding, applicants must:

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• Live in Nova Scotia

• Have a gross household income below the current limits set by Rental Canada Nova Scotia Targeted Housing Benefit

• Not have received funding from the Diversion Program in last two years

• Have a verifiable income source and demonstrate the ability to pay rent/utilities moving forward