Seniors Canada On-line
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Canada's Trusted Information Source for Seniors, Caregivers, Families and Service Providers.
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A to Z Index
The A to Z Index presents a list of sites that relate to a specific subject. For example, if you were looking for anything to do with 'injuries' you would click on the letter 'I', then click on the subject 'injuries'. This would give you a list of all sites that have been assigned the subject 'injuries'.
"Housing"
Yukon Territory
Accommodating Home Mortgage Program
The Accommodating Home Mortgage Program promotes the construction of homes that are easier to enter, get around in, interact with, and adapt for future needs.
Source : Government of Yukon. Yukon Housing Corporation.
Contact Information :
- Toll-Free: 1 800 661-0408 ext. 5759
- Whitehorse: 1 867 667-5759
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Building Safety
Building Safety supports, administers and enforces building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical standards in conjunction with reviewing development permits and maintaining a building information repository.
Source : Government of Yukon. Department of Community Services.
Canada Benefits: Housing in Yukon
This Canada Benefits Web site provides an overview of all federal and provincial government benefit programs and services for individuals relating to housing in Yukon.
Source : Government of Canada.
Community Housing Offices
Listing of locations and contact information for Yukon Housing Corporation Community Housing Offices.
Source : Government of Yukon. Yukon Housing Corporation.
Home Ownership Program
Contact information for the Home Ownership Program.
Source : Government of Yukon. Yukon Housing Corporation.
Home Ownership Programs
The Home Ownership Programs offered by YHC:
bridge market gaps in the availability of home ownership financing for Yukon residents; and/or
encourage the construction or conversion of housing that is more environmentally or people friendly than conventional housing.
Source : Government of Yukon. Yukon Housing Corporation.
Contact Information :
- Toll-Free: 1 800 661-0408 ext. 5759
- Whitehorse: 1 867 667-5759
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Home Repair/Upgrade Programs
YHC's Home Improvement Programs offer financial and technical assistance to homeowners, owners of mobile homes situated on rental property, and owners of rental units for the repair and upgrade of living accommodations, including energy efficiency and accessibility upgrades.
Source : Government of Yukon. Yukon Housing Corporation.
Landlord and Tenant Responsibilities
This booklet covers landlord and tenant legislation governing the renting of land, housing, apartments and so on.
Source : Government of Yukon. Department of Community Services.
Lending Programs
This web site gives you a list of all available programs from the "Housing Corporation of Yukon" to help you get a loan. There are programs such as, The home ownership programs, Home and repair upgrade programs, and other lending programs.
Source : Government of Yukon. Yukon Housing Corporation.
Programs and Services for Yukon Seniors
Information about Programs and Services for Yukon Seniors offered by the Yukon Housing Corporation.
Source : Government of Yukon. Yukon Housing Corporation.
Request for Change of Address
When you move, you no longer need to visit every government or municipal offices to let them know of your new address. You can notify a number of offices with a single request form available on the web site.
Source : Government of Yukon
Social Housing Programs
This web site gives you information on the Housing Corporation's social programs. You will find information such as, private nonprofit housing, rent supplement program and public nonprofit housing.
Source : Government of Yukon. Yukon Housing Corporation.
Contact Information :
- Toll-Free: 1 800 661-0408 ext. 5759
- Whitehorse: 1 867 667-5759
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Yukon Housing Corporation
Yukon Housing Corporation (YHC) provides funding support for home improvements related to special needs of people with disabilities through two programs: Home Repair Program and Rental Rehabilitation Program. YHC also manages subsidized housing within the Yukon Territory.
Source : Government of Yukon
Canada
Abbeyfield Houses Society of Canada
The purpose of the Abbeyfield Houses Society of Canada is to provide accommodation and companionship for lonely older people within their own local community
Source : Abbeyfield Houses Society of Canada
Aboriginal Canada Portal: Elders
This Web page provides Governement of Canada funded programs to help First Nations Seniors maintain their indepence and stay healthy and safe.
Source : Aboriginal Canada Portal
Contact Information :
- Toll-Free Telephone: 1-888-399-0111
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E-Mail :
E-mail: ACP@inac.gc.ca
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Opening Hours :
Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (Eastern Time)
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About Your House
This site provides fact sheets on common housing questions, issues and problems.
Source : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Accessible Housing by Design - Ramps
After reading this publication, you will understand how a ramp should be built, the materials that should be used and things to take into consideration before building a ramp on your home.
Source : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
After It's Finished
Have you been renovating your home? Do you know what needs to be done now that your renovations are quickly coming to an end? The Canadian Home Builders' Association provides you with a list of things that you should do as your renovations come to a close. By following the list you can make sure that you are satisfied with the renovations that have just been completed.
Source : Canadian Home Builders' Association
Aids to Independent Living: Breaking Through the Barriers
This "Aids to Independent Living: Breaking Through the Barriers" booklet is made up of ideas and devices which can help you reach your own level of independence. The chapters are grouped according to daily activities inside and outside the home: Kitchen Ideas, Bathroom Basics, General Household Tips, Personal Care, and Recreation.
Source : Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Alzheimer Care: Assessing a Long Term Care Facility
This Web page offers helpful advice on choosing a long term care facility that's right for your needs.
Source : Alzheimer Society of Canada
At Risk: A Socio-economic Analysis of Health and Literacy Among Seniors (PDF Format)
This literature includes studies that have explored the link between the health of a population and such factors as income, education, occupation, marital status, family structure, urban or rural residency, gender, housing tenure, geographical location and immigration.
Becoming a Homeowner
Have you chosen your new home? Would you like to know what you should do next? The Canadian Home Builders' Association provides you with a number of steps for you to follow once you have purchased a new home.
Source : Canadian Home Builders' Association
Before You Renovate
This information can help you move from the planning stages of your projects right through to the finishing touches. Whether it is a lifestyle renovation, a retrofit project, or a maintenance and repair renovation.
Source : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Canada Benefits
The Canada Benefits Web site provides an overview of all Government of Canada financial benefit programs for individuals. You can find information about government student loans, the public pension plan, employment insurance, housing assistance, and payments or financial assistance to parents, immigrants, refugees, disabled individuals, Veterans, athletes and artists.
Source : Government of Canada.
Canada Benefits: I am a senior in Prince Edward Island
This Canada Benefits Web site provides an overview of all government benefit programs and services concerning seniors in Prince Edward Island.
Source : Government of Canada
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