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Canada-Yukon Housing Benefit: Gender-Based Violence Grant

provides financial support to survivors of GBV for moving and housing expenses

Canada–Yukon Housing Benefit: Gender-Based Violence Program

 

The Canada–Yukon Housing Benefit Gender-Based Violence Program (CYHB-GBV) is a part of Canada’s National Housing Strategy and is a joint initiative between the Government of Canada and Yukon Government. The Program aims to ease the financial burden of housing costs and related expenses, enabling survivors to rebuild their lives free from violence. It is in effect until March 31, 2028.

For this Benefit Program, gender-based violence (GBV) is defined as “violence based on gender norms and unequal power dynamics against someone based on sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or expressed gender including women, girls, and 2SLGBTQIA+. Violence takes many forms, including physical, sexual, financial, as well as emotional (psychological) abuse. It includes but is not limited to intimate partner violence and human trafficking.”

Two ways the program can help:

You can apply for both the Grant and the Subsidy.

CYHB‑GBV Grant (through YAPC)

YAPC administers the CYHB‑GBV Grant and works with local organizations to disburse funds quickly and confidentially.

What the Grant is:

  • Immediate help with moving, deposits, set-up, and initial housing payments
  • Low barrier - no income test and minimal documentation required
  • Available to Yukon residents, at least 19 years of age and experiencing GBV
  • Processed on a first come, first served basis
  • Transferrable anywhere within the Yukon Territory
  • Confidential – only the intake worker will know the applicant’s identity

What the Grant is not:

  • Long-term financial aid or income assistance
  • Housing placement and/or navigation services
  • Case management

What the Grant can provide funds for:

  • Moving and set-up related expenses
  • Minor repairs needed to stay in a home or move to a new one
  • Safety related upgrades
  • Security Deposit
  • Housing Payment

How much the Grant can provide:

  • Applicants can receive up to a total of $6,650 to cover the above expenses

How to apply for the Grant:

  • Contact a participating organization (see below)
  • Complete the Application Form with an intake worker
  • Provide proof of housing to receive payment
CYHB-GBV Grant: Participating Organizations

Current list of participating organizations:

Council of Yukon First Nations (CYFN)

Safe at Home Society

Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre

Yukon Women’s Transition Home

Other participating organizations include, but are not limited to: Blood Ties 4 Directions, Boys and Girls Club Yukon, Community Outreach Services, FASSY, Income Support (YG, KDFN or CIRNAC), and Victim Services.

(If a person is already receiving support services, their worker may be able to assist with completing the Application Form.)

 

CYHB-GBV Grant: FAQ for Applicants

Have questions about the CYHB- GBV Grant?

CYHB-GBV Grant FAQ for Applicants 

Contact Info

For Participating Organizations Only:

For questions, document requests or general support as a participating organization, please email: gbv@yapc.ca

CYHB‑GBV Subsidy (through Yukon Housing Corporation)

The CYHB‑GBV Subsidy is administered through the Yukon Housing Corporation. It provides up to $2,000 per month for housing costs, for up to 18 months.

To learn more or apply, contact the Yukon Housing Corperation:

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