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Hello again readers It’s spring time and I’m ready to share what happened before and after I moved out of KMHC.  Last year when OAHS and I came to an agreement on a move out date I immediately applied for housing at three agencies, two in Hamilton and one in Toronto, my applications was accepted and put on the waiting list. I also began looking around for an apartment, the idea to procrastinate was out of the question. 

My plan was to look around for the best accommodation at reasonable rent.  In my search I found rents are too high and the apartments I want are not affordable in this city.  I had to compromise by renting a shared accommodation, after putting my furniture in storage I reluctantly moved to my new place.  After a few months I was doing well to the point the landlord offered me a position as building superintendent/manager.  I respectfully declined the offer because I didn’t want the responsibility.  My objective was to get back into social housing and have my own apartment.  I’m proud to say all the work and running around was done by myself, I had no help from any social agency or individual.

Here’s the good news – Last week I received a call from a housing provider in Hamilton offering me a bachelor apt in a upscale residential neighbourhood located on the Hamilton Mountain. After looking at the apartment the next step is to update my personal information and references to the housing provider.  On Wednesday afternoon I received another call to inform me I’m accepted and approved.  I’ll be getting a letter in the mail stating time and date when I can sign the rental lease.  In the meantime I will drop by the head office and pay first month rent.  Incidentally move in date will be the end of June 2019.

I am so proud of my accomplishment words can’t express how great I feel.  I hope I’m an inspiration to other natives in this great land if you put your mind to it you can accomplish anything. (Well almost anything).  ;)


Signed by one savvy native guy. Tony King  
Location: Hamilton, ON, Canada

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