Private Landlord Rent Supplement
This was an older Alberta program that lowered rent in certain private apartment buildings. It is now closed and is not taking new people. If you used to get it, you are being moved to the Rent Assistance Benefit instead.
What you get
Monthly money toward your rent
Who it's for
This program is closed.
What to have ready
Documents they may ask for
- Government ID for everyone in your household, if available
- A copy of your lease or rent agreement
- Recent rent receipt, ledger, or proof of what you owe
- Recent pay stubs, benefit statement, or income proof
- ODSP, Ontario Works, CPP, OAS, or other benefit statement if you have one
- Recent bank statement, if the program asks for it
What to say when you call
“Hi, I found your housing support program and I want to check if I can apply. Can you tell me the current rules, documents needed, and the next step?”
Use the official page first, then call 211 if you are not sure where to start.
Can I get this?
You have a good chance if this sounds like you:
- This program is closed
- No new people can apply
- People who already get it are being moved to the Rent Assistance Benefit
What to do next
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The fine print
More details about the money
Not applicable - the program is closed. Current recipients transition to the Rent Assistance Benefit.
Amounts and eligibility change. Confirm the current figure with the program administrator through the official link before you rely on it.
The full eligibility rules
No longer accepting applicants. Historically supported lower-income tenants in designated private rental units under agreements between the province and private landlords.
Good to know
Verified against alberta.ca/rent-assistance (live, June 2026), which states: 'The Private Landlord Rent Supplement is now closed. Current recipients will transition to the Rent Assistance Benefit.' Kept in the directory so tenants are not sent to a dead program; the live equivalents are RAB and TRAB.
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