Though all Ridgeview households have been affected, this funding is emergency support for households in crisis, it is not for compensating all impacted households. 

These are charitable and public funds being donated to help households in current crisis.  

Some households with low income, households with children, seniors, and people with disabilities may have a harder time finding alternate accommodations and covering immediate costs.  

The team at the Community Social Planning Council is trained and experienced in helping households in housing crises and will be able to prioritize the funds for those most in need while helping them access other services and support. 

This is a grant, not a loan. It does not have to be paid back.  

The Rent Bank loan program is a separate and different program.  

Please use the Pre-Assessment Form to get started.

The grant application should be submitted per household, rather than per individual affected. When reviewing applications, the assessment will take into account household size and the specific needs of each household.

This approach ensures that grant allocations are tailored to address the unique circumstances and challenges faced by each household. 

To apply for the grant, please fill out the Pre-Assessment Form.

You can find additional information such as eligibility criteria and the application process on this page. Follow the instructions provided to submit your application for the Langford Emergency Grants Program. 

All applications will be assigned a caseworker who will be in contact with the applicant. 

The processing time can take between 3 to 5 business days though this can be expedited for households with urgent need.

The speed of processing is dependent on the completeness and accuracy of the required documentation submitted with your application.  

The case workers can work with each household to address challenges and help those in urgent need to access funding quickly. 

Employment and income are considerations along with need. The case workers will look at each case individually and take individual circumstances into consideration. 

Case workers will work to ensure adequate verification of income and need with each household. Bank statements can typically be accessed online. 

To be eligible an individual must have a bank account. If they do not have one, they can work with the case-work team to establish one. Financial literacy support is also available. 

Yes, you can still apply for the grant even if you have already secured alternative housing but are still in financial need.  If you are eligible based on the program’s criteria, you can apply for support to help cover costs for accommodation or expenses.

Keep in mind that priority will be given to applicants in low to moderate income and current need.  Households with disabilities, seniors, families with children, or other vulnerable populations may be prioritized. 

Yes, you can reapply for the grant if your initial application is rejected or if your situation worsens.  Furthermore, a Community Service Navigator is available through the Community Council to help impacted households with seeking alternate accommodations and accessing other support services.

Additionally, tenants can explore the option of applying for assistance through the Greater Victoria Rent Bank program, which operates separately from this emergency grant program.

The grant amount for each eligible household will be determined by the case work team, taking into account each household’s specific needs, income level, and unique circumstances.

Grants will be provided up to a maximum of $2,000, with the goal of ensuring that the funds are allocated to those who need them the most.

The BC Rent Bank and the Community Social Planning Council will use your personal information only for assessment and administration purposes in accordance with the guidelines of the BC Rent Bank Privacy Statement.  

After all urgent needs have been addressed, the remaining funds will be distributed equally over all 88 suites with no requirements. Only their tenancy agreement.

If there are no remaining requests and funds are still available, the City of Langford has decided to distribute the funds equally among all 88 units.