Home Ownership Program
Provided by: Cowessess First Nation
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Service Description
Provides non-resident Cowessess Band Members with assistance to purchase their first home.
- Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria are eligible for a grant of five percent (5%) of the value of the home, subject to a five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) maximum.
- Where the 5% grant amount is less than $5,000.00 the applicant may be eligible for a five hundred dollars ($500.00) closing costs grant.
- The total of the 5% grant and $500.00 closing cost grant are subject to a combined $5,000.00 limit.
To be eligible to receive money under this program, applicants must submit an application prior to closing on their first home purchase.
Eligibility
- Cowessess First Nation Registered Non-resident Band Member purchasing their first house
- Be the primary name on the house title
The home must:
a. be the primary resident for the first-time homeowner.
b. be a year-round home and not a recreation or seasonal home.
Application Process
• To be eligible to receive money under this program, applicants must submit an application prior to closing on their first home purchase.
• The HOP grant must be paid directly to the applicant’s legal counsel or financial institution.
• If the applicant purchases their home with cash and does not require a mortgage or a down payment, they can apply to receive reimbursement for up to 5% of the value of the home with a maximum of up to five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) upon submission of required documentation.
Contact the Department of Urban Services for more information.
Documents Required
- Band membership
- Signed declaration of proof of ownership
- Proof of accessibility renovations need
- Original receipts or original invoices
Fees
None
Fax: 306-696-2767
Toll-Free: 1-866-744-0677
Regina Office
Business Line: 306-522-5558
Regina Office
Hours of Operation
Office hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Service Website
cowessessfn.com/programs/urban-services
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Coverage Area
Regina
Languages Offered
English
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- Home Ownership Program
- Red Bear Lodge – Home Fire Program
- Red Bear Lodge – Prevention & Healing Services
- Red Bear Lodge – Sacred Wolf Lodge
Location Info
Hours of Operation
Office hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fax: 639-399-0649
Toll-Free: 1-855-712-2327
1-855-712-BEAR
After-Hours: 306-757-0127
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Business Line: 639-399-0640
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