Governments of Canada and Ontario celebrate affordable housing in Peel Region

Author: Toronto Real Estate Admin / Category: News Bulletin

MISSISSAUGA, ON, May 4, 2018 — More individuals, families and seniors will now have a place to call home in Peel Region. The federal and provincial governments are investing over $44 million to create 298 more affordable housing units through the Canada – Ontario Investment in Affordable Housing (IAH) agreement.

Omar Algabrha, Member of Parliament for Mississauga Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), along with the Honourable Dipika Damerla, Ontario Minister of Seniors Affairs and Member of Provincial Parliament for Mississauga East-Cooksville, on behalf of the Honourable Peter Milczyn, Ontario’s Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy, made the announcement today. Martin Medeiros, Region of Peel Councillor, on behalf of Frank Dale, Region of Peel Chair and John Kovac, Mississauga City Councillor, on behalf of Bonnie Crombie, Mayor of Mississauga also participated.

The announcement took place at an official groundbreaking for The Daniels Corporation’s affordable housing development at 360 City Centre Drive, which will provide 174 units of affordable rental housing, including 154 units funded by the IAH program.

Other affordable housing developments throughout Peel Region were also celebrated at the event.

Quick facts:

  • The Region of Peel Affordable Rental Housing Project will be part of the 23-acre award-winning Mississauga City Centre neighbourhood and feature pedestrian-friendly pathways, a community park and public art.
  • One building of the two-tower development will include affordable units, rent-geared-to-income units and market-rate units.
  • The Region of Peel also contributed more than $66 million to these projects.
  • The governments of Canada and Ontario have partnered together to deliver the IAH program since 2011. Under the IAH, Ontario and the federal government are investing a total of $1.9 billion to improve access to affordable housing across Ontario.

Quotes:

“Our Government is investing in affordable housing here in Mississauga Centre and across Canada to help create jobs and improve the quality of life for those who need it most. Thanks to the combined efforts of our partners, we are able to give a helping hand to individuals in need, and in doing so, we are contributing to the economic and social well-being of the entire community.”
— Omar Alghabra, Member of Parliament for Mississauga Centre

“Providing access to affordable housing in Peel Region will give individuals and families the opportunity to reach their full potential. Communities like this one make a meaningful difference to Mississauga, and help to ensure that everyone has a safe, affordable place to live, work and raise their family.”
— Dipika Damerla, Minister of Seniors Affairs and Member of Provincial Parliament for Mississauga East-Cooksville

“The need for affordable housing in Peel continues to grow, making it a priority of Region of Peel Council to increase affordable housing for Peel residents. This new development and other investments in Peel are examples of strategies we identified in the Region’s new long-term housing and homelessness plan, ‘Home for All,’ which support our long-term outcomes that affordable housing is available to all residents and homelessness is prevented. The Region looks forward to ongoing partnerships with the federal and provincial governments, our local municipalities, the private sector and the community to increase affordable housing and create safe and connected communities where all Peel residents can live and thrive.”
— Frank Dale, Chair, Region of Peel

“Housing affordability is a priority for our City and is fundamental to a healthy, inclusive and sustainable community. This new development supports our City’s goal of making housing affordable for all by ensuring that a range of units geared to all income levels is made available. Together, we are building a city where residents from all walks of life continue to thrive and enjoy a quality of life second to none.”
— Bonnie Crombie, Mayor, City of Mississauga

“We congratulate all four levels of government for taking the initiative to bring affordable housing to Mississauga’s City Centre. Healthy and vibrant communities are richer with a variety of uses, peoples and incomes. This public-private partnership demonstrates the success of how well affordable and market housing can co-exist, fostering inclusiveness, and is what we as city-builders want to continue doing in our communities.”
— Martin Blake, Vice President, The Daniels Corporation

Associated links:

  • As Canada’s authority on housing, CMHC contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers unbiased housing research and advice to all levels of Canadian government, consumers and the housing industry. For more information, follow us on Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn and Facebook.
  • Investing in affordable housing is part of Ontario’s plan to support care, create opportunity and make life more affordable during this period of rapid economic change. Since 2003, the province has committed more than $5 billion in funding for affordable housing, which has helped support more than 22,000 new affordable rental housing units, more than 335,000 repairs and improvements to social and affordable housing units and rental and down payment assistance to more than 93,000 households in need. These investments complement the commitments made through Ontario’s recent Long-Term Affordable Housing Strategy update, and support the province’s goal of ending chronic homelessness by 2025. For more information on affordable housing in Ontario, visit ontario.ca/affordablehousing or follow us on Twitter.
  • Canada’s first ever National Housing Strategy is a 10-year, $40-billion plan that will give more Canadians a place to call home. Under the National Housing Strategy, the federal government will recognize and progressively implement every Canadian’s right to access housing that meets their needs and that they can afford. For more information on the National Housing Strategy visit www.placetocallhome.ca.

Media contacts:

Émilie Gauduchon
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Duclos
819-654-5546
emilie.gauduchon@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca

Wilbur McLean
Public Affairs
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
416-218-3331
wmclean@cmhc-schl.gc.ca

George Mason
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Milczyn
416-219-7616
george.mason@ontario.ca

Conrad Spezowka
Communications
Ministry of Housing
416-585-7066
MHO.media@ontario.ca

Backgrounder

New affordable rental housing developments in Peel Region

Four developments will provide affordable housing for individuals, families and seniors in Peel Region.

* Region of Peel used IAH funding to purchase individual units in condominium developments throughout the region.

Article source: http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2018/2018-05-04-1015.cfm

Governments of Canada and Ontario announce funding for two shelters for survivors of domestic violence

Author: Toronto Real Estate Admin / Category: News Bulletin

ONTARIO, May 3, 2018 — The Governments of Canada and Ontario announced funding of over $7 million to help survivors of domestic violence in Ontario. Funding will be provided to enable the construction of a new shelter and a second shelter will receive funding for renovations and upgrades, including a multi-storey addition.

Green Haven Shelter for Women in Orillia will receive up to $6.2 million to build a new facility with 12 beds and a flexible design to allow for potential future expansion.

Minwaashin Lodge, a 21-bed facility for Indigenous women and families in Ottawa, will receive $1 million for a renovation and addition that will optimize programming spaces and ensure suitable culturally appropriate space.

Quick facts:

  • Today’s funding announcement will help two women’s shelters to better serve women and their children who are survivors of domestic violence.
  • Green Haven Shelter for Women provides services to approximately 140 women and children each year.
  • The shelter at Minwaashin Lodge serves 170 women and children each year.

Quotes:

“The peace of mind that comes with having security and stability is invaluable. These investments are another example of our Government’s commitment toward ensuring that survivors of domestic violence are able to enjoy a safe and stable environment.”
— The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)

“Across Ontario, we are investing in a new strategy that will help people get the supports they need to build a safer life for themselves and their children. Funding announced today will allow two shelters in the province to make significant investments so that women and their children who are fleeing domestic violence will have access to services that are dedicated to helping them begin rebuilding their lives.”
— Michael Coteau, Minister of Community and Social Services

Associated links:

  • As Canada’s authority on housing, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers unbiased housing research and advice to all levels of Canadian government, consumers and the housing industry. For more information, please call 1-800-668-2642 or follow us on Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn and Facebook.
  • Investing in safer, more secure, accessible Violence Against Women shelters is a part of the Ontario government’s vision to ensure that everyone in the province can live in safety, free from the threat, fear or experience of exploitation and violence. These investments also support Ontario’s goal of ending violence against women and the government’s It’s Never Okay: An Action Plan to Stop Sexual Violence and Harassment.

Media contacts:

Émilie Gauduchon
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Duclos
819-654-5546
emilie.gauduchon@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca

Wilbur McLean
Public Affairs
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
416-218-3331
wmclean@cmhc-schl.gc.ca

Lyndsay Miller
Communications
Office of Minister Coteau
416-325-5450
lyndsay.miller@ontario.ca

Gavin Halford
Communications
Ministry of Community and Social Services
416-325-0216
gavin.halford@ontario.ca

Article source: http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2018/2018-05-03-1100.cfm

Ontario signs bilateral agreement under the National Housing Strategy

Author: Toronto Real Estate Admin / Category: News Bulletin

TORONTO, ON, April 30, 2018 — A new milestone under the National Housing Strategy (NHS) has been reached. Families and vulnerable Canadians in need of an affordable place to call home can count on long-term funding for community housing in Ontario.

The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), along with the Honourable Peter Milczyn, Ontario’s Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy, today announced they have reached a bilateral agreement under the NHS. This agreement, which will be cost-shared by the Governments of Canada and Ontario, demonstrates a shared commitment to prioritizing affordable housing.The 10-year agreement will invest more than $4.2 billion to protect, renew and expand social and community housing, and support Ontario’s priorities related to housing repair, construction, and affordability. The governments of Canada and Ontario will also work together on the design and implementation of a new Canada Housing Benefit in Ontario. This new agreement marks the beginning of a partnership that will be supported by long-term and predictable funding starting April 1, 2019.

This is a first-of-its kind progressive housing agreement that commits both governments to new and higher standards of transparency, public engagement, and housing quality, including improved energy efficiency and accessibility. The agreement also  acknowledges the importance of prioritizing those most in need, the federal rights-based approach to housing, and applying gender-based analysis to investments.

Quotes:

“The Government of Canada is proud to sign its first bilateral agreement under the National Housing Strategy which will help thousands of Ontarian families who are still waiting for an affordable place to call home. Long-term, predictable funding for housing has been needed for more than a decade. Together, we will build strong communities where Canadians can prosper and thrive, now and for the future.”
— Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

“Signing this bilateral agreement is a major step in a journey that our governments have been taking in partnership – one that meets Ontario’s unique needs and circumstances. I’m proud to say that this agreement builds upon our common vision of housing, where everyone in Ontario has a safe and affordable place to call home.”
— Peter Milczyn, Ontario’s Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy

Quick facts:

  • The $4.2 billion investment announced today is in addition to $2.4 billion in previously planned federal housing investments in Ontario through the Social Housing Agreement (SHA) over the next ten years. Combined investments under the NHS bilateral agreement and the SHA will target the preservation of at least 130,000 community housing units in Ontario.
  • The NHS is an ambitious 10-year, $40-billion plan that will remove 530,000 families from housing need, create 100,000 new housing units as well as repair and renew more than 300,000 housing units and reduce chronic homelessness by 50 per cent.
  • The NHS is built on strong partnerships between the federal, provincial and territorial governments, and continuous engagement with others, including municipalities, Indigenous governments and organizations, and the social and private sectors. This includes consultations with Canadians from all walks of life, including people with lived experience of housing need.
  • All NHS investments delivered by the federal, provincial and territorial governments will respect the key principles of the NHS that support partnerships, people and communities.
  • Ontario will develop and publish a three-year Action Plan, beginning in 2019 – 2020, setting targets and outlining how they will use federal and cost-matched funding to achieve the desired outcomes.

Associated links:

  • As Canada’s authority on housing, CMHC contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers unbiased housing research and advice to all levels of Canadian government, consumers and the housing industry. For more information, follow us on Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn and Facebook.
  • Investing in affordable housing is part of Ontario’s plan to create fairness and opportunity during this period of rapid economic change. Since 2003, the province has committed more than $5 billion in funding for affordable housing, which has helped support more than 22,000 new affordable rental housing units, more than 335,000 repairs and improvements to social and affordable housing units and rental and down payment assistance to more than 93,000 households in need. These investments complement the commitments made through Ontario’s recent Long-Term Affordable Housing Strategy update, and support the province’s goal of ending chronic homelessness by 2025. For more information on affordable housing in Ontario, visit ontario.ca/affordablehousing or follow us on Twitter.
  • To find out more about Canada’s National Housing Strategy, visit www.placetocallhome.ca.

Media contacts:

Émilie Gauduchon
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Duclos
819-654-5546
emilie.gauduchon@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca

Wilbur McLean
Public Affairs
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
416-218-3331
wmclean@cmhc-schl.gc.ca

George Mason
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Milczyn
416-219-7616
george.mason@ontario.ca

Conrad Spezowka
Communications
Ministry of Housing
416-585-7066
MHO.media@ontario.ca

Article source: http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2018/2018-04-30-1345.cfm

Governments of Canada and Ontario celebrate affordable housing in Peterborough and area

Author: Toronto Real Estate Admin / Category: News Bulletin

PETERBOROUGH, ON, April 13, 2018 — More families, seniors, adults with disabilities and Indigenous people will now have a place to call home in Peterborough, Renfrew County and the surrounding areas. The federal and provincial governments are investing over $10.3 million to create 82 affordable housing units.

The Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister of Status of Women and Member of Parliament for Peterborough-Kawartha, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), along with the Honourable Jeff Leal, Ontario’s Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and Member of Provincial Parliament for Peterborough, on behalf of the Honourable Peter Milczyn, Ontario’s Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy, made the announcement today. Daryl Bennett, Mayor of Peterborough also spoke at the event.

The announcement took place at the official opening of Monaghan Court, at 721 Monaghan Road. The former fire hall was redeveloped to provide 11 units of affordable housing for Indigenous residents.

Other affordable housing developments in Arnprior, Haliburton, Lindsay, Petawawa and Perth were also celebrated at the event.

Quick facts:

  • 721 Monaghan Road was a City of Peterborough fire hall from the time it was built in 1957 until 2012.
  • The governments of Canada and Ontario jointly contributed over $1.6 million to the project through the Investment in Affordable Housing (IAH) agreement.
  • The governments of Canada and Ontario have partnered together to deliver the IAH program since 2011. Under the IAH, Ontario and the federal government are investing a total of $1.9 billion to improve access to affordable housing across Ontario.

Quotes:

“Our Government is taking action to strengthen the middle class — the heart of Canada’s economy. Through new investments in Budget 2017 and the coming National Housing Strategy, we will ensure that more Canadians have access to housing that meets their needs and that they can afford. We will reduce housing need, lift more Canadians out of poverty, and contribute to strong, more inclusive communities.”
— Maryam Monsef, Minister of Status of Women and Member of Parliament for Peterborough-Kawartha

“We are proud to fund projects that give members of our community a safe and affordable place to call home. Because it’s only by working together – provincial, federal, municipal and Indigenous — that we can end homelessness.”
— Jeff Leal, Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and Member of Provincial Parliament for Peterborough

“Stable, safe and affordable housing is essential for the well-being of individuals and families in our community. The homes being created by the Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services Corporation and the Mount Community Centre are exciting examples of what we can achieve through affordable housing partnerships.”
— Daryl Bennett, Mayor of Peterborough

“OAHS developed a creative housing solution to provide accessible and culturally-appropriate housing options for Indigenous people living in Peterborough. OAHS is proud to partner with the provincial and the federal governments as well as the City of Peterborough in the development of new Indigenous housing opportunities.”
— Sylvia Maracle, Chair of the Board of Directors, Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services

Associated links:

  • As Canada’s authority on housing, CMHC contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers unbiased housing research and advice to all levels of Canadian government, consumers and the housing industry. For more information, follow us on Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn and Facebook.
  • Investing in affordable housing is part of Ontario’s plan to support care, create opportunity and make life more affordable during this period of rapid economic change. Since 2003, the province has committed more than $5 billion in funding for affordable housing, which has helped support more than 22,000 new affordable rental housing units, more than 335,000 repairs and improvements to social and affordable housing units and rental and down payment assistance to more than 93,000 households in need. These investments complement the commitments made through Ontario’s recent Long-Term Affordable Housing Strategy update, and support the province’s goal of ending chronic homelessness by 2025. For more information on affordable housing in Ontario, visit ontario.ca/affordablehousing or follow us on Twitter.
  • Canada’s first ever National Housing Strategy is a 10-year, $40-billion plan that will give more Canadians a place to call home. Under the National Housing Strategy, the federal government will recognize and progressively implement every Canadian’s right to access housing that meets their needs and that they can afford. For more information on the National Housing Strategy visit www.placetocallhome.ca.

Media contacts:

Émilie Gauduchon
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Duclos
819-654-5546
emilie.gauduchon@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca

Catherine Leger
Public Affairs
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
514-475-5165
cleger@cmhc-schl.gc.ca

George Mason
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Milczyn
416-219-7616
george.mason@ontario.ca

Conrad Spezowka
Communications
Ministry of Housing
416-585-7066
MHO.media@ontario.ca

Backgrounder

New affordable rental housing projects in Peterborough and area

Seven developments will provide affordable housing for individuals and families in Peterborough, Renfrew County and surrounding areas.

Article source: http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2018/2018-04-13-1215.cfm

Governments of Canada and Ontario celebrate affordable housing in Halton Region

Author: Toronto Real Estate Admin / Category: News Bulletin

BURLINGTON, ON, April 13, 2018 — More families, seniors and persons with disabilities have a place to call home in Halton Region. The federal and provincial governments have invested over $21 million to create 145 units of affordable housing through the Canada – Ontario Investment in Affordable Housing (IAH) agreement.

Adam Vaughan, Parliamentary Secretary (Housing and Urban Affairs) to the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), along with the Honourable Eleanor McMahon, Ontario’s Minister Responsible for Digital Government, Member of Provincial Parliament for Burlington, on behalf of the Honourable Peter Milczyn, Ontario’s Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy, made the announcement today. Gary Carr, Regional Chair of Halton Region also participated.

The announcement took place at Westwood Phase II, which provides 37 units of affordable housing, including four units for seniors with disabilities. Its environmentally friendly geo-thermal heating and cooling system reduces both greenhouse gases and residents’ energy bills.

Three other affordable housing developments across Halton Region were also celebrated at the event.

Quick facts:

  • Westwood II offers supports, like light housekeeping, to help seniors remain independent and live at home.
  • Westwood II was built in partnership with New Horizon Group Development and received over $5.5 million in funding from the Government of Canada and Government of Ontario through the Investment in Affordable Housing agreement.
  • The Governments of Canada and Ontario have partnered together to deliver the IAH program since 2011. Under the IAH, Ontario and the federal government are investing a total of $1.9 billion to improve access to affordable housing in Ontario.

Quotes:

“When we help low-income households access the housing they need, we are doing more than putting a roof over their heads. We are helping to build a foundation for broader social and economic success for these families.”
— Adam Vaughan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development (Housing and Urban Affairs)

“Westwood is proof that homes can be both environmentally friendly and affordable. Ontario is committed to ending chronic homelessness by 2025 and I’m pleased that the provincial and federal governments are working together to build projects like this that make housing more affordable and increase the quality of life for people in Burlington and across Halton Region.”
— Eleanor McMahon, Ontario’s Minister Responsible for Digital Government, Member of Provincial Parliament for Burlington

“Delivering new, affordable and assisted housing opportunities is one of Regional Council’s strategic priorities. Housing is a joint responsibility. We are fortunate to have our partners from the federal and provincial governments contribute important funding to build affordable housing in Halton and strengthen our community.”
— Gary Carr, Regional Chair, Halton Region

“New Horizon Development Group is committed to our community’s affordable housing needs and proud to contribute to two related projects to date. 986 Falcon Boulevard is a highlight achievement for our team. We are deeply appreciative for the work and contributions from Halton Region, the City of Burlington, and both the provincial and federal governments to ensure that this facility properly meets the housing needs of residents in our community.”
— Jeff Paikin, President and Co-founder, New Horizon Development Group

Associated links:

  • As Canada’s authority on housing, CMHC contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers unbiased housing research and advice to all levels of Canadian government, consumers and the housing industry. For more information, follow us on Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn and Facebook.
  • Investing in affordable housing is part of Ontario’s plan to support care, create opportunity and make life more affordable during this period of rapid economic change. Since 2003, the province has committed more than $5 billion in funding for affordable housing, which has helped support more than 22,000 new affordable rental housing units, more than 335,000 repairs and improvements to social and affordable housing units and rental and down payment assistance to more than 93,000 households in need. These investments complement the commitments made through Ontario’s recent Long-Term Affordable Housing Strategy update, and support the province’s goal of ending chronic homelessness by 2025. For more information on affordable housing in Ontario, visit ontario.ca/affordablehousing or follow us on Twitter.
  • Canada’s first ever National Housing Strategy is a 10-year, $40-billion plan that will give more Canadians a place to call home. Under the National Housing Strategy, the federal government will recognize and progressively implement every Canadian’s right to access housing that meets their needs and that they can afford. For more information on the National Housing Strategy visit www.placetocallhome.ca.

Media contacts:

Émilie Gauduchon
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Duclos
819-654-5546
emilie.gauduchon@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca

Kathie Howes
Public Affairs
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
647-225-3730
khowes@cmhc-schl.gc.ca

George Mason
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Milczyn
416-219-7616
george.mason@ontario.ca

Conrad Spezowka
Communications
Ministry of Housing
416-585-7066
MHO.media@ontario.ca

Backgrounder

New affordable rental housing in Halton Region

Four developments will provide affordable housing for individuals, families and seniors in Halton Region.

*Halton Region used IAH funding to purchase individual units in condominium developments throughout the Region.

Article source: http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2018/2018-04-13-1515.cfm

Maintaining affordability for tenants in federally administered community housing

Author: Toronto Real Estate Admin / Category: News Bulletin

TORONTO, ONTARIO, April 4, 2018 — To protect low income Canadians in housing-need, it is important that Canada’s existing social housing stock remains affordable and in good repair well into the future. In communities all across Canada, thousands of Canadians rely on federally administered community housing as a place to call home.

The federal government through the National Housing Strategy will invest $500 million over 10 years for a new Federal Community Housing Initiative to protect affordability for tenants and stabilize the operations of some 55,000 units of federally administered community housing projects.

Adam Vaughan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development (Housing and Urban Affairs) was in Toronto today to announce $38 million in funding over a two year period for Phase I of he Federal Community Housing Initiative. This funding will provide a temporary extension of subsidies to maintain affordability for low-income households and protect tenants living in federally administered community housing projects while housing providers’ transition to a new rental support program and prepare for modernization through Phase II.

Quotes:

“Our Government recently announced Canada’s first ever National Housing Strategy, a 10-year, $40-billion plan that will give more Canadians a place to call home. Phase 1 of the Federal Community Housing Initiative is a critical part of this plan, and with today’s announcement we are one step closer to realizing the vision of the strategy. Protecting households from losing an affordable place to live is a concrete action towards making sure Canadians have housing that meets their needs and that they can afford.”
— The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

“For decades community housing, and in particular the co-op sector, have been important partners in the delivery of Federal housing investments. Sustaining this relationship and making sure residents who are supported by this housing model is critical to the success of the National Housing Strategy. Phase I is just the beginning, but an important first step, in making sure thousands of Canadians have secure access to affordable housing”
— Adam Vaughan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development (Housing and Urban Affairs)

Quick facts:

  • Under phase I of the Federal Community Housing Initiative, federally administered community housing providers with long-term operating agreements that have ended or that are coming to an end between April 1, 2016 and February 28, 2020, will continue to receive the same level of subsidy currently provided under existing agreements until March 31, 2020.
  • The federal government will consult on the development of Phase II of this initiative with non-profit and co-operative housing providers that own federally administered community housing.
  • To help more Canadians access housing that meets their needs and they can afford, the NHS sets out to achieve bold outcomes over the next 10 years, including:
    • Reducing chronic homelessness by 50%.
    • Removing more than 530,000 households from housing need
    • Creating 100,000 new housing units, and repairing and renewing more than 300,000 housing units, and, 
    • Protecting an additional 385,000 community housing units.

Associated links:

As Canada’s authority on housing, CMHC contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers unbiased housing research and advice to all levels of Canadian government, consumers and the housing industry. For more information, follow us on Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn and Facebook.

To find out more about the National Housing Strategy, visit www.placetocallhome.ca.

Media contacts:

Émilie Gauduchon
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Duclos
613-404-2941
Emilie.Gauduchon@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca

Wilbur McLean
Public Affairs
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
437-333-3299
wmclean@cmhc-schl.gc.ca

Backgrounder

Federal Community Housing Initiative

Phase I will be implemented from April 1, 2018 to March 31, 2020. Under Phase I, federally administered housing providers with long-term operating agreements that have ended or that are coming to an end between April 1, 2016 and February 28, 2020, will continue to receive the same level of subsidy currently provided under existing agreements until March 31, 2020.

The objective of the subsidy extension (Phase 1) is to maintain low-income households, protect affordability of the federally administered community housing stock, stabilize operations of housing providers and ensure no net loss of the federally administered community housing stock. Phase I will also give housing providers time to transition to the new rental assistance program under Phase II.

Phase II starts on April 1, 2020, when federally-administered community housing providers with expiring operating agreements will be eligible for a new rental assistance program to protect tenants and stabilize the operations of some 55,000 units of federally administered social housing projects.

Phase II funding applies to operating agreements expiring between April 1, 2016 and March 31, 2027. New operating agreements will be put in place as old ones expire, to ensure social housing providers will continue to receive funding to subsidize rents for tenants in need.

The Federal Government will consult on the development of this new program with the non-profit and co-operative housing providers that own federally administered community housing. To receive the funding, providers will need to meet minimum requirements for affordability, social inclusion, asset management, and governance.

A Technical Resource Centre and Sector Transformation Fund will also support housing providers through the transition from Phase I to Phase II.

Article source: http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2018/2018-04-04-1045.cfm

Governments of Canada and Ontario celebrate affordable housing in Durham Region

Author: Toronto Real Estate Admin / Category: News Bulletin

OSHAWA, ON, March 23, 2018 — More families, seniors and Indigenous peoples in Durham Region will now have a place to call home. The federal and provincial governments are investing over $44 million to create more than 358 affordable housing units in the area.

Celina Caesar-Chavannes, Member of Parliament for Whitby, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), along with Granville Anderson, Member of Provincial Parliament for Durham, on behalf of the Honourable Peter Milczyn, Ontario’s Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy, spoke at the event. Dan Carter, Regional Councillor and President of Durham Region Non-Profit Housing Corporation, on behalf of Roger Anderson, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for Durham Region also participated.

The announcement took place at an official opening for Ritson Residence, at 1658 Ritson Road North in Oshawa, which provides 75 affordable apartments, including 29 accessible units, for seniors and people living with disabilities. The Investment in Affordable Housing (IAH) program funded 62 units.

Quick facts:

  • Ritson Residence was built in partnership with Mahogany Management and received over $6.7 million in funding from the governments of Canada and Ontario through the Investment in Affordable Housing agreement.
  • Seven more affordable housing developments in Beaverton, Bowmanville, Cannington, Oshawa and Whitby were also celebrated at the event.
  • The Governments of Canada and Ontario have partnered together to deliver the IAH program since 2011. Under the IAH, Ontario and the federal government are investing a total of $1.9 billion.

Quotes:

“Our Government is investing in affordable housing here in Durham and across Canada to help improve the quality of life for those who need it most. Secure housing provides the basic building block for better health, access to sustainable employment and, most importantly, peace of mind. With our partners, we are providing a helping hand for individuals and families in need, and in doing so, we are contributing to the economic and social well-being of the entire community.”
— Celina Caesar-Chavannes, Member of Parliament for Whitby

“Housing is the foundation upon which people build their lives. Over the past four years, I have listened to my constituents express their concerns about housing affordability, and I am thrilled to make this important announcement today. Our investments in stable and affordable housing in the Durham Region create a strong future for our community, and help more families prosper.”
— Granville Anderson, Member of Provincial Parliament for Durham

“Today, we celebrate affordable housing in Durham Region. We welcome the continued funding commitment from our provincial and federal partners. It is a positive step forward in helping to address the needs of low- to moderate-income residents in our region, and we look forward to working more closely with the senior levels of government in the future. An investment in affordable housing benefits everyone, and builds strong and vibrant communities for years to come.”
Roger Anderson, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for Durham Region

“We would like to thank the Government of Canada, Province of Ontario and Durham Region for their ongoing support in turning the dream of Ritson Residence into quality affordable housing for our residents.”
— Tim Neeb, President of Mahogany Management

Associated links:

  • As Canada’s authority on housing, CMHC contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers unbiased housing research and advice to all levels of Canadian government, consumers and the housing industry. For more information, follow us on Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn and Facebook.
  • Investing in affordable housing is part of Ontario’s plan to create fairness and opportunity during this period of rapid economic change. Since 2003, the province has committed more than $5nbsp;billion in funding for affordable housing, which has helped support more than 22,000 new affordable rental housing units, more than 335,000 repairs and improvements to social and affordable housing units and rental and down payment assistance to more than 93,000 households in need. These investments complement the commitments made through Ontario’s recent Long-Term Affordable Housing Strategy update, and support the province’s goal of ending chronic homelessness by 2025. For more information on affordable housing in Ontario, visit ontario.ca/affordablehousing or follow us on Twitter.
  • Canada’s first ever National Housing Strategy is a 10-year, $40-billion plan that will give more Canadians a place to call home. Under the National Housing Strategy, the federal government will recognize and progressively implement every Canadian’s right to access housing that meets their needs and that they can afford. For more information on the National Housing Strategy visit www.placetocallhome.ca.

Media contacts:

Émilie Gauduchon
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Duclos
819-654-5546
emilie.gauduchon@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca

Wilbur McLean
Public Affairs
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
416-218-3331
wmclean@cmhc-schl.gc.ca

George Mason
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Milczyn
416-219-7616
george.mason@ontario.ca

Praveen Senthinathan
Communications
Ministry of Housing
416-585-7066
MHO.media@ontario.ca

Backgrounder

New affordable rental housing projects in Durham Region

Eight projects will provide affordable housing for individuals and families in Durham Region.

Article source: http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2018/2018-03-23-1115.cfm

Governments of Canada and Ontario celebrate affordable housing in Kingston and the Thousand Islands region

Author: Toronto Real Estate Admin / Category: News Bulletin

KINGSTON, ON, March 16, 2018 — More families, seniors and people living with mental illness and addictions will now have a place to call home in Kingston and the Thousand Islands region. The federal and provincial governments are investing over $9 million to create 78 affordable housing units.

Mark Gerretsen, Member of Parliament for Kingston and the Islands, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), along with Sophie Kiwala, Member of Provincial Parliament for Kingston and the Islands on behalf of the Honourable Peter Milczyn, Ontario’s Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy, made the announcement today. Bryan Paterson, Mayor of the City of Kingston also participated.

The announcement took place at an official announcement for Addiction and Mental Health Services’ 35 Lyons Street location, which will include 23 affordable housing units.

Other affordable housing developments in Kingston, Brockville, Gananoque and Lansdowne were celebrated at the event.

Quick facts:

  • 35 Lyons Street will be built next door to another Addiction Mental Health Services – Kingston Frontenac Lennox Addington building for people living with addiction and mental health challenges. The location at 31 Lyons Street opened in 2011 and contains 46 units.
  • The governments of Canada and Ontario jointly contributed over $2.7 million to 35 Lyons Street through the Investment in Affordable Housing (IAH) agreement.

Quotes:

“Through investments in affordable housing, our Government is providing assistance to those who need it most here in the City of Kingston and the Thousand Islands region and in all corners of the country. We are committed to making communities stronger through projects like these. These investments help create new jobs and stimulate the local economy, while providing access to safe, affordable homes for Canadian seniors, families and individuals.”
— Mark Gerretsen, Member of Parliament for Kingston and the Islands

“Our government is helping people in Kingston and the Thousand Islands region have a safe and affordable place to call home. Not only does it help individual families thrive, it strengthens our entire community.”
— Sophie Kiwala, Member of Provincial Parliament for Kingston and the Islands

“I’m pleased to learn that the Government of Ontario and Government of Canada are announcing funds for 23 units in Kingston designated for supportive housing for individuals experiencing addiction and mental health challenges. A key priority for Kingston City Council is to advance affordable housing to meet the diverse and evolving housing needs in our community. I’m glad we can work together to move these housing initiatives forward and ensure everyone in the community has access to affordable housing.”
— Bryan Paterson, Mayor of the City of Kingston

“Housing security is an essential part of ensuring people living with mental health and addiction issues achieve and maintain recovery; in particular supportive housing. This new affordable housing initiative will ensure those most in need have a place to call home. This is as much about creating community as it is building badly needed affordable housing. AMHS-KFLA is grateful to the Provincial and Federal government as well as the City of Kingston for assisting with the funding for this project.”
— Don Seymour, Chief Executive Officer, Addiction Mental Health Services – Kingston Frontenac Lennox Addington

Associated links:

  • As Canada’s authority on housing, CMHC contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers unbiased housing research and advice to all levels of Canadian government, consumers and the housing industry. For more information, follow us on Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn and Facebook.
  • Investing in affordable housing is part of Ontario’s plan to create fairness and opportunity during this period of rapid economic change. Since 2003, the province has committed more than $5 billion in funding for affordable housing, which has helped support more than 22,000 new affordable rental housing units, more than 335,000 repairs and improvements to social and affordable housing units and rental and down payment assistance to more than 93,000 households in need. These investments complement the commitments made through Ontario’s recent Long-Term Affordable Housing Strategy update, and support the province’s goal of ending chronic homelessness by 2025. For more information on affordable housing in Ontario, visit ontario.ca/affordablehousing or follow us on Twitter.

Media contacts:

Émilie Gauduchon
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Duclos
819-654-5546
emilie.gauduchon@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca

Wilbur McLean
Public Affairs
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
416-218-3331
wmclean@cmhc-schl.gc.ca

Matt Ostergard
Senior Communications Advisor
Office of Minister Milczyn
416-585-7647
matt.ostergard@ontario.ca

Praveen Senthinathan
Communications
Ministry of Housing
416-585-7066
MHO.media@ontario.ca

Backgrounder

New affordable rental housing projects in Kingston and the Thousand Islands region

Ten projects will provide affordable housing for individuals and families in Kingston and the Thousand Islands region.

Article source: http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2018/2018-03-16-1015.cfm

75 more units of affordable rental housing in Vaughan

Author: Toronto Real Estate Admin / Category: News Bulletin

VAUGHAN, ON, March 13, 2018 — More families, individuals and seniors living in Vaughan will soon have a place to call home at Woodbridge Lane. The federal and provincial governments are investing over $11 million to create 75 affordable housing units through the Canada – Ontario Investment in Affordable Housing (IAH) agreement.

Member of Parliament for Vaughan – Woodbridge, Francesco Sorbara, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), along with Member of Provincial Parliament for Vaughan, Steven Del Duca, on behalf of the Honourable Peter Milczyn, Ontario’s Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy, made the announcement today. Jack Heath, Deputy Mayor of the City of Markham and Chair of Housing York Inc. also participated in the event on behalf of Wayne Emmerson, Chairman and CEO of York Region. Sunder Singh, Local and Regional Councillor for York Region and the City of Vaughan, participated in the event on behalf of the Honourable Maurizio Bevilacqua, Mayor, City of Vaughan.

Woodbridge Lane will feature 162 units for families, individuals and seniors, including 75 units funded by the IAH program. Highlights include indoor and outdoor play spaces for children, a rooftop garden and accessible units for people with disabilities.

Quick facts:

  • The governments of Canada and Ontario jointly contributed over $11 million to Woodbridge Lane through the IAH agreement.
  • York Region contributed more than $35 million to the development.
  • Woodbridge Lane is designed to achieve superior energy performance and meet LEED-like standards; features include automated building mechanical systems, bike storage and parking, three — stream waste management system, and the use of permeable paving.
  • Canada’s first ever National Housing Strategy is a 10-year, $40-billion plan that will give more Canadians a place to call home. Under the National Housing Strategy, the federal government will recognize and progressively implement every Canadian’s right to access housing that meets their needs and that they can afford.

Quotes:

“Our Government is investing in affordable housing here in Vaughan and across Canada to help create jobs and improve the quality of life for those who need it most. Thanks to the combined efforts of our partners, we are able to give a helping hand to individuals in need, and in doing so, we are contributing to the economic and social well-being of the entire community.”

Francesco Sorbara, Member of Parliament for Vaughan-Woodbridge

“We are investing in affordable housing in Vaughan to help create opportunities and improve the quality of life for the community. This new development will give 75 individuals, families and seniors a new place to call home.”

Steven Del Duca, Member of Provincial Parliament for Vaughan

“York Region is home to 1.2 million people and ensuring there are a variety of housing options available to meet this diverse and growing need of all residents is a priority for York Regional Council. We appreciate the ongoing support of our provincial and federal partners in advancing this fundamental need.”

Wayne Emmerson, Chairman and CEO, The Regional Municipality of York

“We welcome today’s announcement by the Ministry of Housing and the Government of Canada, as it represents a step in the right direction in providing housing options to the citizens of Vaughan. This project is an effective response to the efforts of our city and residents who have been requesting action on this important issue. Affordable housing is an integral component of city-building for it is inclusive and embraces values which address the needs of a diverse and ever-changing community.”

Maurizio Bevilacqua, Mayor, City of Vaughan

Associated links:

  • As Canada’s authority on housing, CMHC contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers unbiased housing research and advice to all levels of Canadian government, consumers and the housing industry. For more information, follow us on Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn and Facebook.
  • Investing in affordable housing programs is part of Ontario’s plan to create jobs, grow the economy and help people in their everyday lives. Since 2003, the province has committed more than $5 billion in funding for affordable housing, which has helped support more than 22,000 new affordable rental housing units, more than 335,000 repairs and improvements to social and affordable housing units and rental and down payment assistance to more than 93,000 households in need. These investments complement the commitments made through Ontario’s recent Long-Term Affordable Housing Strategy update, and support the province’s goal of ending chronic homelessness by 2025. For more information on affordable housing in Ontario, visit ontario.ca/affordablehousing or follow us on Twitter.

Media contacts:

Émilie Gauduchon
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Duclos
819-654-5546
emilie.gauduchon@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca

Wilbur McLean
Public Affairs
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
437-333-3299
wmclean@cmhc-schl.gc.ca

Matt Ostergard
Senior Communications Advisor
Office of Minister Milczyn
416-585-7647
matt.ostergard@ontario.ca

Conrad Spezowka
Communications
Ministry of Housing
416-585-7066
MHO.media@ontario.ca

Article source: http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2018/2018-03-13-1200.cfm

Affordable rental housing celebrated in Ottawa

Author: Toronto Real Estate Admin / Category: News Bulletin

OTTAWA, ON, February 6, 2018 — More families, seniors, chronically homeless men and women, and people living with disabilities will now have a place to call home in Ottawa. The federal, provincial and municipal governments are investing over $74 million to create more than 675 affordable housing units.

The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), along with the Honourable Peter Milczyn, Ontario’s Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy, made the announcement today. Jim Watson, Mayor of the City of Ottawa, also participated in the event.

The announcement took place at an official opening for a new affordable housing development at 455 Via Verona Avenue in Ottawa, built in partnership with the Multifaith Housing Initiative. The development will provide 98 affordable apartments, including 10 accessible units.

Quick facts:

  • The governments of Canada and Ontario jointly contributed over $54 million through the Investment in Affordable Housing (IAH) Agreement.
  • The City of Ottawa also contributed more than $20 million to these projects.
  • Canada’s first ever National Housing Strategy is a 10-year, $40-billion plan that will give more Canadians a place to call home. Under the National Housing Strategy, the federal government will recognize and progressively implement every Canadian’s right to access housing that meets their needs and that they can afford.

Quotes:

“Our Government is taking action to strengthen the middle class. Through new investments in the National Housing Strategy, we will ensure that more Canadians have access to housing that meets their needs and that they can afford. We will reduce housing need, lift more Canadians out of poverty, and contribute to strong, more inclusive communities.”
— The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)

“As a government, it’s our vision that every family has an affordable place to call home. When all three levels of government work together we can build strong, inclusive communities and reach our goal of ending chronic homelessness by 2025.”
— The Honourable Peter Milczyn, Ontario Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy

“The City of Ottawa is committed to providing access to safe and affordable housing to all its residents. These important investments will help our most vulnerable residents find a stable place they can call home. By working collaboratively with the Provincial and Federal Governments and with our service providers, the City is increasing its affordable and supportive housing stock and remains on track to meet its goal of ending chronic homelessness by 2024.”
— Jim Watson, Mayor, City of Ottawa

“Ottawa has a pressing need for safe, affordable housing, and projects like The Haven can be life-altering. By helping to provide nice, safe homes, the community of partners behind these initiatives, and in particular governments at all levels, have answered the prayers of single parents and their children, persons with physical disabilities, new Canadians, and hundreds of others.”
— Mike Ward, President, Multifaith Housing Initiative

Associated links:

  • As Canada’s authority on housing, CMHC contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers unbiased housing research and advice to all levels of Canadian government, consumers and the housing industry. For more information, follow us on Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn and Facebook.
  • Investing in affordable housing programs is part of Ontario’s plan to create jobs, grow the economy and help people in their everyday lives. Since 2003, the province has committed more than $5 billion in funding for affordable housing, which has helped support more than 22,000 new affordable rental housing units, more than 335,000 repairs and improvements to social and affordable housing units and rental and down payment assistance to more than 93,000 households in need. These investments complement the commitments made through Ontario’s recent Long-Term Affordable Housing Strategy update, and support the province’s goal of ending chronic homelessness by 2025. For more information on affordable housing in Ontario, visit ontario.ca/affordablehousing or follow us on Twitter.

Media contacts:

Émilie Gauduchon
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Duclos
819-654-5546
emilie.gauduchon@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca

Wilbur McLean
Public Affairs
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
416-218-3331
wmclean@cmhc-schl.gc.ca

Matt Ostergard
Senior Communications Advisor
Office of Minister Milczyn
416-585-7647
matt.ostergard@ontario.ca

Conrad Spezowka
Communications
Ministry of Housing
416-585-7066
MHO.media@ontario.ca

Backgrounder

 

Article source: http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2018/2018-02-06-1345.cfm