Low Income Housing

Community Housing for Low-Income Families

Lacombe Foundation operates 15 community social housing units in Lacombe.

A household is eligible for social housing accommodation if the household:

1. Is unable to acquire or maintain adequate housing without paying more than 30% of its total household income for housing,
2. Total annual household income does not exceed $26,000.00 for a 2- bedroom and $31,000.00 for a 3-bedroom unit,
3. Is comprised of Canadian citizens and/or individuals lawfully admitted into Canada,
4. Has lived within the Lacombe County area a minimum of 6 months before applying for accommodation.

Social Housing placements are made on a priority basis. All information provided on your application is placed into a standard rating system as outlined in Alberta Housing Act. This system determines the priority of need. (Those in greatest need will be offered the first available unit.)

Rent is based on 30% of the household's total gross monthly income (unless the income is from Social Assistance or Student grants). Heat and water charges are included in rent.

Damage deposit is required equal to first month's rent.

When completing the application, please be as specific as possible. The more information you provide, the easier it is to determine your need. Make sure you provide all the information requested such as your employer, landlord, sources of income etc. We also need a copy of your driver's license and Alberta Health Care Card.

We will not be able to process your application without all of the required information as listed on page 1 of the application.