Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in any of the MJHA housing units. You will need to make other living arrangements for your animal, if you have one.

A security deposit is not required to secure a rent-geared-to-income unit, whether it is a family or adults-55-and-over unit.

A deposit for an Affordable Housing unit is $125.00



No. All MJHA lease terms are for a period of one year, with vacate notices accepted with one month’s notice. Specifically, the tenant must give one month’s notice from the last day of the month to the last day of the following Jaw For example, if you plan on vacating on 30 April, you must submit written notice to the MJHA by 31 March.

You would discuss the situation with the Tenant Relations Officer. She will review the relevant policies and every effort will made to assist you during a difficult period.



R.G.I. (Rent-geared-to-Income Units)
The first day of the month, one year after your original lease came into effect, is known as the “anniversary date.” If you are a living in a rent-geared-to-income unit, you will already have been asked to submit up-to-date financial information. In accordance with the Residential Tenancies Act, you will receive one month’s notice of your revised rental rate and that rate will become effective on the “anniversary date.” Remember, because rent is based on your income, if your income has been reduced, it is likely your rent will be reduced.

If you have considerations (such as health or socialization issues) and you feel a MJHA apartment would be most suitable for you, yes, of course your application will be considered. You should realize that your rent may be quite high and you and your wife will need to decide if renting elsewhere, where the rent is not based on your income, is a better option for you.

The Housing Authority recognizes that on occasion you may have visitors. It is the expectation of the Housing Authority, however, that lease conditions will not be breached and that other tenants will not be disturbed by the presence of your guests.



You will be contacted by telephone by the Tenant Relations Officer advising you that a suite or house is available and that you can view the suite before deciding to accept it. Once you have decided to accept the suite, an appointment will be scheduled at the MJHA office. You will be told what your rent will be, given all the details of the lease and you will sign a lease. The move-in date and time will be confirmed at that time.

You will be asked again to bring your most recent income verification at the time of your lease. This information is important, as you will not be able to sign your lease if you have not brought in all the information that is required.