Apply for the Affordable Access Program

The Affordable Access Program allows qualified individuals to apply for municipal subsidized programs. This application allows residents to apply once and have their application package sent to all the programs that they wish to apply for. If you need help with your application, call 311.

Use of personal information

In accordance with Section 485 of the Municipal Government Act (MGA), the personal information collected on this form will only be used by staff for purposes relating to the administration of the Access Program, including releasing necessary information to program providers. If you have any questions about the collection and use of the information, please contact the Access and Privacy Office at 902-490-7460 or privacy@halifax.ca.

How do I submit my application?

1. Online:

Please use the subject line format below:

[First, Middle, and Last Name, Affordable Access Application]

E.g.: John David Smith, Affordable Access Application

Please Note: the municipality recommends that you email your application to AffordableAccess@halifax.ca to make sure your application is received and processed in a timely manner.

2. In person at the following locations:

Your local municipally owned Community Recreation Centre

• For a list of community recreation centres, click here (participating centres are marked with a "*")
• If you would like more information on your closest Recreation Centre, please call 311

The Customer Contact Centre closest to you

• For a list of customer contact centres, click here
• If you would like more information on your closest Customer Contact Centre, please call 311

3. Via mail:

Halifax Regional Municipality
Attention: Affordable Access Program
PO Box 1749
Halifax, NS, Canada
B3J 3A5