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How the Affordable Housing Initiative works, who can apply, and how applicants are selected.

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GETTING STARTED

About the program

What is the SEIU Affordable Housing initiative?

It is a new member benefit that helps connect healthcare workers with affordable homes. We’ve partnered with High Art Capital to bring eligible members access to 650 units with rents at least 25%* below market rates, allowing them to live closer to where they work.

Who is this for?

SEIU Healthcare members who spend a long time commuting and want to find an affordable home that is located closer to where they work.

Does SEIU Healthcare own these properties?

No. We are connecting members to these opportunities and assisting with the application process, but the units are owned by High Art Capital. We are not responsible for administration, leasing, property management, or tenant issues.

When are the homes available?

Phase 1 homes are available August 19th in the Yonge and Eglinton area of Toronto. More homes will be available across the GTA to over time, with a total of 650 available units.

Has SEIU Healthcare invested member dues or member money into this initiative?

No. This initiative is in partnership with High Art Capital based on available units and comes at no cost to members.

Why is this initiative only available in the Greater Toronto Area?

Availability is based on available units from our partners at High Art Capital. Due to developments currently being built, availability is limited to the GTA.

ELIGIBILITY

Who can apply

What are the eligibility criteria?

We prioritize members with an annual household income under $110,890 and a commute to work over 60 minutes one way. Applicants are subject to standard landlord screening including credit check, income verification, and rental reference review.

Do I need to prove my eligibility up front?

No. Simply self declare based on the criteria outlined when you apply. SEIU Healthcare will then validate every eligible application before affordable housing opportunities are given.

I am not sure if I qualify. Can I still check?

Yes. Our eligibility check will tell you whether you meet the criteria to apply in under a minute.

APPLICATION

Submitting your information

How do I apply?

Sign in with your SEIU Healthcare ID, pass the quick eligibility check, then complete a short form about you, your workplace, your commute and your annual household income.

Can I save and finish later?

Yes. You can save your progress at any point and pick up where you left off from the same device or by signing back in.

What information will I need?

Your SEIU membership number, basic contact details, and a few facts about your income, your commute, the modes of transport you use, and the facility where you work.

SELECTION

Choosing applicants

How will you decide who gets access to a home?

We are prioritizing SEIU Healthcare members with long commute times and maximum household incomes. If there are more applicants than homes available, High Art Capital will randomly select eligible applicants.

How will you ensure the process is fair?

Every application will be thoroughly validated by SEIU Healthcare before final selection. High Art Capital is a completely independent third party and the selection process will be completely random and fully transparent throughout.

AFTER YOU APPLY

What happens next

How will I know if I am selected?

You can track your application status online after you submit. If you are chosen, we will contact you directly about next steps.

When will more homes become available?

While the first homes are available August 19th, 650 units will be available across the GTA in the months ahead.
CONTACT

Get in touch

How can I get help with my application?

Click the contact link in the footer below and a member of the SEIU Healthcare team will help you with your application as soon as possible.

See if you qualify before you apply.

Availability is for SEIU members only and is based on total household income and commute distance from work.

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Is our Affordable Housing Initiative important to you? We’d love to hear what you think.