Housing Resources

The following are Housing and Settlement Resources in New Brunswick, specifically for newcomers navigating housing, legal support, and community integration:

Settlement Services & Support Agencies

These organizations offer free, multilingual support to help newcomers settle into life in New Brunswick:

Government of New Brunswick – Settlement Services

• Services Offered: Housing referrals, community orientation, translation, and cultural events.
• Regional Agencies:
  • Greater Moncton: Multicultural Association of the Greater Moncton Area, CAFI
  • Saint John: Saint John Newcomers Centre, YMCA of Southwestern NB, PRUDE
  • Fredericton: Multicultural Association of Fredericton, CAFI satellite office
  • Other Regions: Sussex, Bathurst, Miramichi, Restigouche, Madawaska

Saint John Newcomers Centre

• Specialized Support: Pre-arrival planning, temporary housing help, employment clinics, legal aid.
• Focus: Smooth transition for immigrants and refugees settling in Saint John.

Provincial Housing Programs & Tenant Support

These programs aim to make housing more affordable and protect renters across the province:

New Brunswick Housing Corporation (NBHC)

• Role: Oversees provincial housing strategy.
• Programs: Rent assistance, affordable housing development.

Rent Bank Program

• Support Offered: Grants up to $2,750 for rent, deposits, or utilities.
• Eligibility:
  • Individuals/families without children: income under $50,500
  • Families with children: income under $85,000
• Tenant Protections: Extended notice periods, phased rent increases, annual caps.

Social Supports NB

• Services: Emergency shelters, rent supplements, eviction conciliation, lease guidance.
• Access: Call 211 for local help.

Migrant Justice Centre

• Target Group: Immigrants with precarious status (refugees, temporary workers).
• Support:
  • Rental dispute resolution
  • Canada Housing Benefit applications
  • Emergency heating assistance

Affordable & Emergency Housing Options

These initiatives provide safe, affordable housing for low-income individuals and families:

12 Neighbours Tiny Home Community (Fredericton)

• Model: Rent capped at 30% of income.
• Impact: Designed for individuals transitioning out of homelessness.
• Status: Built between 2021–2024, with ongoing community development.

Housing Hub of New Brunswick

• Mission: Inclusive housing development through stakeholder collaboration.
• Ideal For: Newcomers interested in community-led housing projects.

Habitat for Humanity – NB Affiliates

• Regions: Fredericton, Moncton, Saint John
• Support: Affordable homeownership with volunteer-built homes and low-interest mortgages.

Community-Led Developments & Local Insight

Stay informed about new housing projects and opportunities:

19 Anglin Drive (Saint John)

• Project: 72-unit affordable housing complex by Atlantic Community Housing.
• Timeline: Construction expected to begin late Summer/Fall 2025.
• Funding: Supported by federal housing initiatives.

Peel Plaza Project (Saint John)

• Concept: Mixed-use development with residential units above parking structure.
• Target Group: Moderate-income earners.

Summary Table

How to Get Started

1. Connect Locally:

   • Reach out to your regional settlement agency for housing guidance and orientation.

2. Explore Government Supports:

   • Apply for the Rent Bank if eligible.
   • Use Social Supports NB to locate shelters and affordable housing.

3. Seek Legal & Advocacy Help:

   • Contact Migrant Justice Centre for tenant rights and dispute resolution.

4. Consider Affordable Housing Pathways:

   • Explore 12 Neighbours (Fredericton) or Habitat for Humanity in your area.

5. Stay Informed:

   • Follow community housing developments in Saint John and beyond.
   • Join newcomer groups like “Moncton Cares” for peer support and housing leads.