Obtaining a Special Benefit for Moving Under a Social Assistance Program

A special benefit for moving is available if you receive benefits under one of the following social assistance programs:

• Social Assistance Program
• Social Solidarity Program
• Aim for Employment Program
• Basic Income Program

You may receive up to $200 for this special benefit.

It may be granted to you for health or safety reasons, or due to separation from a spouse.

You must obtain authorization from a Services Québec office before applying for this benefit.

You must attach certain supporting documents to your application for a special benefit, such as a report confirming that a dwelling is unfit for habitation or a medical report.

You must complete the Application for Payment of Moving Expenses form (SR-0113A) (PDF 83 Kb) and attach the required supporting documents.

You can submit all your documents in person or by mail to your Services Québec office.

You can also submit all your documents online through My Account - Employment Assistance - Social Assistance:

Submit documents

If you have moved or if you plan to move, you must notify us of your moving date, your new address and the reason for the move.

You can use the Service québécois de changement d’adresse or complete this form: