GTA REALTORS® Continue To Help Build Communities With Habitat For Humanity

TORONTO, November 25, 2011 – Greater Toronto REALTORS® are celebrating the start of this holiday season by helping to make the dream of home ownership a reality for one local family.

On November 25th and December 1st, 2nd, 8th and 9th Greater Toronto REALTORS® are taking part in the construction of a Habitat for Humanity home that the Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB) has sponsored.

Located at 4572 Kingston Road near Morningside Avenue, the home marks the fourth title sponsorship of seven Habitat for Humanity builds to which TREB has contributed in recent years.

“As REALTORS® we recognize that a home is more than just bricks and mortar: It serves as a retreat from our busy world, a place where friends and family gather, and where memories are made,” said TREB President Richard Silver. “We’re thrilled to be playing a key role in improving the quality of life for another local family, not just through sponsorship but by volunteering to take part in their home’s construction.”

In recent years TREB also sponsored Habitat for Humanity homes in Scarborough’s McLevin Woods and Etobicoke’s Lakeshore Village. The organization, which constructs simple, decent and affordable housing in partnership with low-income families has built more than 225 homes throughout the city, and has set a goal to build 50 new homes each year by 2015.

“By offering a hand up to families in need, Habitat for Humanity is helping to build a better Toronto, which is a goal that we as Greater Toronto REALTORS® share,” said Mr. Silver.

Each year, Toronto Real Estate Board Members contribute to the overall quality of life in the Greater Toronto Area by supporting shelter-related charities through the REALTORS® Care Foundation. Last year it offered grants totaling more than $178,000 to 35 different organizations throughout the GTA.

“The holidays are a time of year when many people’s thoughts turn to helping those less fortunate,” said Mr. Silver. “I encourage everyone to contribute their time or their financial resources to the GTA’s many shelter-related related organizations because doing so benefits us all.”

For information about Buyer Representation Agreements (BRA) visit www.BRAFirst.ca

For Media/Public Inquiries: Mary Gallagher, Senior Manager Media Relations.

Toronto Real Estate Board 1400 Don Mills Road Toronto, ON M3B 3N1, Office: (416) 443-8158, Email:maryg@trebnet.com

Greater Toronto REALTORS are passionate about their work. They adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and share a state-of-the-art Multiple Listing Service. Serving over 31,000 Members in the Greater Toronto Area, the Toronto Real Estate Board is Canadas largest real estate board. Greater Toronto Area open house listings are available on www.TorontoRealEstateBoard.com

Article source: http://www.torontorealestateboard.com/market_news/release_market_updates/news2011/nr_habitat_build_1111.htm

TORONTO, ON, August 31, 2009 — The Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario today announced that three social housing projects in the City of Toronto will receive support for repairs and renovations over the next two years.

Repairs will include the replacement of windows and balconies, installation of energy efficient lights and carbon monoxide sensors and the replacement of appliances in the following buildings:

• Les Centres d’Accueil Heritage at 33 Hahn Place, $1.1 million.
• Toronto Community Housing Corporation at 30 and 40 Teesdale Place, $2 million.
• Mimico Co-op at 1 Summerhill Road, $403,300. 

The $3.5 million investment is part of a notional allocation of more than $220 million for the City of Toronto to repair and retrofit existing local social housing units over the next two years.

The funding was made available as a result of a $1.2 billion joint investment under the amended Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program Agreement, which includes funding through Canada’s Economic Action Plan and by the Government of Ontario. The federal and provincial governments are contributing equally to this overall investment.

Lois Brown, Member of Parliament for Newmarket – Aurora, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) and George Smitherman, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and Member of Provincial Parliament for Toronto Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Jim Watson, Ontario Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, made the announcement today.

“This funding will improve the quality of life for residents by upgrading their homes and keeping them affordable,” said MP Brown. “These investments also benefit our communities by creating jobs and supporting the local economy.”

“These repairs are another step towards improving social housing in Toronto,” said MPP Smitherman. “This new funding will help ensure that people living in social housing have a safe and reliable place to live. Ontarians deserve nothing less.”

“This is very good news for the City of Toronto and is in keeping with our efforts to create a city that is liveable and prosperous for all residents,” said Toronto Mayor David Miller. “Through Council’s Housing Opportunities Toronto Action Plan, we will continue to work with Provincial and Federal partners in order to continue to upgrade and improve housing in the city.”

Ontario is moving quickly to invest a total of $704 million to repair eligible social housing across the province. In an effort to get shovels in the ground quickly, projects must be committed by the end of the fiscal years 2010 and 2011.

The funding will help improve the quality of life for residents living in social housing communities. Funding will be used to renovate and make energy-saving upgrades to existing social housing as well as to undertake accessibility modifications for the benefit of seniors and persons with disabilities. It will also create jobs and strengthen local economies. To find out more about affordable housing in Ontario, visit www.mah.gov.on.ca.

Last fall, the Government of Canada committed more than $1.9 billion over the next five years to improve and build new affordable housing and to help the homeless. Canada’s Economic Action Plan builds on this with an additional one-time investment of more than $2 billion over two years in new and existing social housing and lending of up to another $2 billion to municipalities for housing-related infrastructure.

Last month, the Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario, announced a series of investments of more than $76.5 million to fund 39 construction-ready projects throughout the province under the amended Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program Agreement.

To find out more about how the Government of Canada and CMHC are working to build stronger homes and communities for all Canadians, call CMHC at 1-800-668-2642 or visit www.cmhc.ca/housingactionplan. For more information on Canada’s Economic Action Plan, call 1-800-O Canada or visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

Media Inquiries:

For more information visit: www.ontario.ca/housing

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Article source: http://www.cmhc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2009/2009-08-31-1300.cfm

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Article source: http://www.torontorealestateboard.com/market_news/president_columns/pres_sun_col/2011/072211_time_to_renovate.pdf

STONEY CREEK, ON, August 27, 2009 — The Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario, and the City of Hamilton through CityHousing Hamilton Corporation today celebrated the start of construction of 48 new affordable rental units in Stoney Creek. The project received more than $3.3 million in funding through the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program.

Dean Allison, Member of Parliament for Niagara West – Glanbrook, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation; Sophia Aggelonitis, MPP for Hamilton Mountain, on behalf of the Honourable Jim Watson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing; and Mayor of Hamilton, Fred Eisenberger, made the announcement today.

“The Government of Canada is committed to making affordable housing available in Ontario and across Canada for those who need it most,” said MP Allison. “These new housing units will provide more rental options for residents in need of suitable, affordable housing, and are important to the economic and social well-being of the Stoney Creek community.”

“Access to affordable, quality housing is very important to Hamilton-area families,” said MPP Aggelonitis. “I am very proud that the provincial and federal governments have joined together to help build Bridgewater Court, a true community initiative that will make a positive impact on the lives of many families in our area.”

Today’s announcement recognized a 48-unit building in Stoney Creek. The project, currently under construction, will provide affordable housing for low-income individuals and families, persons with disabilities and recent immigrants. Completion of the homes is scheduled for April 2010. This $6.5 million project, sponsored by the CityHamilton Housing Corporation, received more than $3.3 million under the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program.

The federal and provincial allocations to the project were complemented by a contribution of $3 million from the City of Hamilton. In addition, the province donated the land to the City of Hamilton for development purposes.

”I am very pleased that the people of Hamilton will soon have increased options for affordable housing at the new Bridgewater affordable housing project,” said Fred Eisenberger, Mayor of Hamilton. “This project is an excellent example of public partnerships working for the benefit of individuals and families and we look forward to even more successful collaborations in future that will help us meet the needs of our residents.”

The Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program comprises a commitment of $301 million from each of the two senior levels of government. In total, the federal, provincial and municipal governments will invest at least $734 million in the program, which will provide affordable housing for up to 20,000 households in Ontario.

Last fall, the Government of Canada committed more than $1.9 billion over the next five years to improve and build new affordable housing and to help the homeless. Canada’s Economic Action Plan builds on this with an additional one-time investment of more than $2 billion over two years in new and existing social housing and lending of up to another $2 billion to municipalities for housing-related infrastructure. Combined for Ontario, this means a further $1.2 billion joint investment under the amended Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program Agreement. The federal and provincial governments are contributing equally to this overall investment.

Ontario is moving quickly to implement this additional funding, which increases the number of quick start projects to 39 totaling over $76.5 million and which will improve access to affordable housing for low-income families, seniors and persons with disabilities. It will also create jobs and strengthen local economies. To find out more about affordable housing in Ontario, visit www.mah.gov.on.ca.

To find out more about how the Government of Canada and CMHC are working to build stronger homes and communities for all Canadians, call CMHC at 1-800-668-2642 or visit www.cmhc.ca/housingactionplan. For more information on Canada’s Economic Action Plan, call 1-800-O Canada or visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

Media contacts:

For more information visit www.ontario.ca/housing

See related speech

Article source: http://www.cmhc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2009/2009-08-27-1430.cfm

GTA REALTORS® ROLL-OUT ViRTUAL OFFICE WEBSITE SERVICE

TORONTO, November 24, 2011 – Toronto Real Estate Board GTA REALTOR®
Members now have the opportunity to enhance the portfolio of services they
currently offer their consumer clients to include a Virtual Office Website
(VOW).

In response
to a changing business environment, TREB embarked on the development of a VOW
policy and service back in July 2010, and is pleased to announce that it has followed
through on its commitment. A Virtual Office Website (“VOW”) service is
now available for TREB REALTOR® Members. 

A VOW
service allows REALTORS® to offer consumers a secure password-protected website
to search MLS® listing data, with the benefit of a REALTOR® Member’s knowledge and
accountability, without compromising MLS® accuracy or consumers’ privacy
rights.

REALTOR®
clients would have the ability to access information fields of much richer
substance than that seen on REALTOR.ca.   

“All of our
efforts are driven by the needs of our Members and the clients they serve,”
said Toronto Real Estate Board President Richard Silver. “TREB will continue to
work on behalf of consumers and the REALTORS® who represent them to ensure the
highest quality of safe and secure service to the Greater Toronto real estate
market’s thousands of consumers.”

Consumers
who engage in this type of service with their REALTOR® could use access to this
additional information to determine preferences and “must haves” to aid in
their home buying and selling decisions.

However, contrary to demands by
the Competition Commissioner for TREB to release private data about individual
consumers openly on the internet, TREB remains committed to its belief that doing
so would violate consumer privacy laws, reduce the quality of the system, and
diminish protection for consumers.

TREB will not violate its REALTOR®
Members contractual and legal obligations to protect the private information of
their clients.

“The new VOW service
that has resulted from the comprehensive planning process strikes the right
balance while offering richer information to our Members to better serve their
clients,” concluded Mr. Silver.

For information about Buyer Representation Agreements
(BRA) visit www.BRAFirst.ca

For Media/Public Inquiries: Mary Gallagher, Senior
Manager Media Relations.

Toronto
Real Estate Board 1400 Don Mills Road Toronto, ON M3B 3N1, Office: (416)
443-8158, Email:maryg@trebnet.com

Greater Toronto REALTORS are passionate about their work.
They adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and share a state-of-the-art Multiple
Listing Service. Serving over 31,000 Members in the Greater Toronto Area,
the Toronto Real Estate Board is Canadas largest real estate board. Greater
Toronto Area open house listings are available on www.TorontoRealEstateBoard.com

Article source: http://www.torontorealestateboard.com/market_news/release_market_updates/news2011/nr_rollout_virtual_office_website.htm

WHITBY, ON, September 3, 2009 — The Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario, and the Regional Municipality of Durham today celebrated the start of construction of four new affordable housing projects, and the near-completion of one project. The projects are supported by $11.2 million in funding under the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program to create 160 affordable housing units.

Colin Carrie, Member of Parliament for Oshawa, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, and Minister responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC); Joe Dickson, Member of Provincial Parliament for Ajax – Pickering, on behalf of the Honourable Jim Watson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing; Regional Chair Roger Anderson; and affordable housing sponsors Durham Regional Local Housing Corporation, Ajax Municipal Housing Corporation, TGFG Ventures, Inc., and Cher-Brook Properties Inc., attended the event.

“The Government of Canada is committed to making affordable housing available in Ontario and across Canada for those who need it most,” said MP Carrie. “These projects are helping low-income families access safe and suitable housing, and build a stronger future for themselves.”

“Our government knows that providing affordable housing is one of the most important ways we can help our citizens,” said MPP Dickson. “The projects we are celebrating today, such as the 82-unit residence in Ajax, will make a positive difference in the lives of the people who will call them home.”

Today’s announcement recognized five affordable housing projects in the Region of Durham:

• A 32-unit project in Oshawa for individuals living in low-income and individuals with special needs, sponsored by TGFG Ventures Inc. The $3.9 million project received more than $2.2 million under the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program.
• An 82-unit project in Ajax for individuals living on low-income, sponsored by Ajax Municipal Housing Corporation. The $13.7 million project received more than $5.7 million in funding under the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program.
• A 29-unit project in Oshawa for individuals living on low-income and individuals with special needs, sponsored by Cher-Brook Properties Inc. The $5.1 million dollar project received more than $2 million in funding under the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program.
• A 5-unit project in Uxbridge for seniors, sponsored by Durham Regional Local Housing Corporation. This $666,655 project received $350,000 under the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program.
• A 12-unit project in Oshawa for individuals living on low-incomes, sponsored by Durham Regional Local Housing Corporation. The $2.8 million project received $840,000 under the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program. 

The federal and provincial allocations to the projects were complemented by over $4.5 million in municipal financial incentives.

“Today’s event is a celebration of affordable housing in Durham Region,” stated Regional Chair Roger Anderson. “We are appreciative of the funding commitment provided by our provincial and federal partners. We will continue to work in co-operation with them to help ensure that the residents of Durham Region have access to affordable housing for years to come.”

The Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program Agreement, signed in 2005, comprises a commitment of $301 million from each of the two senior levels of government. In total, the federal, provincial and municipal governments will invest at least $734 million in the program, which will provide affordable housing for up to 20,000 households in Ontario.

Last fall, the Government of Canada committed more than $1.9 billion over the next five years to improve and build new affordable housing and to help the homeless. Canada’s Economic Action Plan builds on this with an additional one-time investment of more than $2 billion over two years in new and existing social housing and lending of up to another $2 billion to municipalities for housing-related infrastructure. Combined for Ontario, this means a further $1.2-billion joint investment under the amended Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program Agreement. The federal and provincial governments are contributing equally to this overall investment.

Ontario is moving quickly to implement this additional funding, which increases the number of quick start projects to 39 totalling over $76.5 million and which will improve access to affordable housing for low-income families, seniors and persons with disabilities.  It will also create jobs and strengthen local economies. To find out more about affordable housing in Ontario, visit www.mah.gov.on.ca.

To find out more about how the Government of Canada and CMHC are working to build stronger homes and communities for all Canadians, call CMHC at 1-800-668-2642 or visit www.cmhc.ca/housingactionplan. For more information on Canada’s Economic Action Plan, call 1-800-O Canada or visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

For further information please contact:

For more information visit: www.ontario.ca/housing

See related speech

Article source: http://www.cmhc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2009/2009-09-03-1000.cfm

Importance of affordable housing solutions recognized on National Housing Day

TORONTO, November 22, 2011 – Greater Toronto REALTORS®, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), Habitat for Humanity Toronto and the City of Toronto’s Affordable Housing Office are encouraging Canadians to join in the discussion about the importance of affordable housing in our communities this National Housing Day, November 22nd.

“Quality affordable housing options are needed in neighbourbourhoods throughout the Greater Toronto Area because the opportunity to build a better life is what makes our communities vibrant places to live, work and grow,” said Toronto Real Estate Board President Richard Silver.

While the four organizations pursue distinct mandates, all share the belief that implementing affordable housing solutions requires partnerships at all levels.

“It takes government, industry, non-profit organizations and the private sector working together to advance affordable housing solutions and to make projects happen right across the country,” said Peter Friedmann, General Manager, Ontario Region and Managing Director, Securitization, CMHC.

This year, CMHC will direct $2 billion in federal funds toward improving the quality of life for Canadians in a number of target groups through affordable housing initiatives.

“For more than 90 years Greater Toronto REALTORS® have been helping the people of our city turn the dream of home ownership into reality by advising them as to affordable solutions, including various government programs that make their goals more easily attainable,” said Mr. Silver.

Greater Toronto REALTORS® also contribute to those less fortunate, through the REALTORS® Care Foundation, which provides annual grants to shelter-related charities throughout the province. Last year alone REALTORS Care Foundation grants totaling $178,710 were distributed to the 35 local organizations on behalf of all Greater Toronto REALTORS®.

One of the recipients of the foundation’s grants is Habitat for Humanity Toronto, a charity dedicated to building simple, decent and affordable housing in partnership with low-income families in the City of Toronto.

“When we partner together – be it with families, corporations, other charitable organizations or the City, we are able to build more affordable homes at a fraction of the cost. When we partner together, we are proclaiming the belief that we can build a better city, and better lives for families living in need,” said Neil Hetherington, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Toronto.

To date, Habitat for Humanity Toronto has built over 225 affordable homes in the city of Toronto, and thanks in large part to its partnerships with individuals, corporations and the City of Toronto, they have set the ambitious goal to build 50 new homes each year by 2015.

The City’s Affordable Housing Office works with governments and housing stakeholders to support housing solutions for Toronto residents.

“Affordable housing contributes to Toronto’s vitality through job creation and economic stimulus. That’s why it’s important to encourage people to engage in discussion and action around affordable housing opportunities,” said Sean Gadon, Director of the Affordable Housing Office.

CMHC has been Canada’s national housing agency for more than 65 years. CMHC is committed to helping Canadians access a wide choice of quality, environmentally sustainable, affordable housing solutions, while making vibrant, healthy communities and cities a reality across the country.

For more information on government programs for homebuyers and property owners please visit www.TorontoRealEstateBoard.com

For more information on Habitat for Humanity Toronto please visit www.torontohabitat.ca

For more information about the City of Toronto’s Affordable Housing Office, please visit: http://www.toronto.ca/affordablehousing/index.htm

For information about Buyer Representation Agreements (BRA) visit www.BRAFirst.ca

For Media/Public Inquiries: Mary Gallagher, Senior Manager Media Relations.

Toronto Real Estate Board 1400 Don Mills Road Toronto, ON M3B 3N1, Office: (416) 443-8158, Email:maryg@trebnet.com

Greater Toronto REALTORS are passionate about their work. They adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and share a state-of-the-art Multiple Listing Service. Serving over 31,000 Members in the Greater Toronto Area, the Toronto Real Estate Board is Canadas largest real estate board. Greater Toronto Area open house listings are available on www.TorontoRealEstateBoard.com

Article source: http://www.torontorealestateboard.com/market_news/release_market_updates/news2011/jnr_national_building_day.htm

FENELON FALLS, September 11, 2009 — The Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario, and the City of Kawartha Lakes today celebrated the opening of 25 new affordable rental units. This project is supported by $1.75 million in funding through the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program.

Barry Devolin, Member of Parliament for Haliburton – Kawartha Lakes – Brock, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation; Rick Johnson, MPP Haliburton – Kawartha Lakes – Brock, on behalf of the Honourable Jim Watson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing; Ric McGee, Mayor of Kawartha Lakes; and Sandra Barrett of the Fenelon Area Independent Living Association (2007) attended the ceremony.

“The Government of Canada is committed to making affordable housing available in Ontario and across Canada for those who need it most,” said MP Devolin. “The FAILA Apartments will help seniors and individuals with special needs access safe and suitable housing, and build a stronger future for themselves.”

“Through the construction of safe affordable housing, we are helping vulnerable people establish and maintain the stability that many of us take for granted,” said MPP Johnson. “Housing development like the FAILA Apartments will make a positive difference in the lives of the people who call them home.”

Today’s announcement recognized the official opening of FAILA Apartments, a 25-unit complex sponsored by the FAILA Non-Profit Housing Corporation. The $3.59 million project will be occupied by seniors and individuals with special needs.

The federal and provincial allocations to the project were complemented by over $350,000 in municipal financial incentives.

“We are excited to see the first 25 units of many new affordable housing units being added to the inventory in Kawartha Lakes. Congratulations to FAILA for all of their hard work and dedication to provide additional affordable housing for our residents,” said Mayor McGee.

“As a Social Housing Service Provider we are encouraged that the Federal Government has put roughly $4 billion on the table for social housing in Canada over the next 2 – 5 years, and that the Province and Federal Government are now recognizing that there is an important linkage between economic wellbeing and Social Housing,” said Ms. Barrett. “FAILA would like to express out thanks to all levels of government for the role they played in helping to make our Fenelon Falls project a reality.”

The Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program Agreement, signed in 2005, comprises a commitment of $301 million from each of the two senior levels of government. In total, the federal, provincial and municipal governments will invest at least $734 million in the program, which will provide affordable housing for up to 20,000 households in Ontario.

Last fall, the Government of Canada committed more than $1.9 billion over the next five years to improve and build new affordable housing and to help the homeless. Canada’s Economic Action Plan builds on this with an additional one-time investment of more than $2 billion over two years in new and existing social housing and lending of up to another $2 billion to municipalities for housing-related infrastructure. Combined for Ontario, this means a further $1.2-billion joint investment under the amended Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program Agreement. The federal and provincial governments are contributing equally to this overall investment.

Ontario is moving quickly to implement this additional funding, which increases the number of “quick start” projects to 39 totaling over $76.5 million and which will improve access to affordable housing for low-income families, seniors and persons with disabilities. It will also create jobs and strengthen local economies. To find out more about affordable housing in Ontario, visit www.mah.gov.on.ca.

To find out more about how the Government of Canada and CMHC are working to build stronger homes and communities for all Canadians, call CMHC at 1-800-668-2642 or visit www.cmhc.ca/housingactionplan. For more information on Canada’s Economic Action Plan, call 1-800-O Canada or visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

For further information please contact:

For more information visit: www.ontario.ca/housing

See related speech

Article source: http://www.cmhc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2009/2009-09-11-1000.cfm

ORANGEVILLE, ON, September 11, 2009 — The Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario and the County of Dufferin broke ground today for 13 new affordable housing units for seniors in Orangeville. The project is supported by $910,000 in funding through the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program.

David Tilson, Member of Parliament for Dufferin – Caledon, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC); Linda Jeffrey, Member of Provincial Parliament for Brampton Springdale, on behalf of the Honourable Jim Watson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing; and Warden Gordon Montgomery, of the County of Dufferin made the announcement today.

“The Government of Canada is committed to making affordable housing available in the County of Dufferin and across Canada for those who need it the most,” said MP Tilson. The creation of these units will help Orangeville seniors access suitable, affordable housing that meets their specific needs.”

“I’m grateful for the spirit of cooperation — that willingness to roll up our sleeves as partners to get affordable housing projects off the drawing board and out into out communities,” said MPP Jeffrey.

The federal and provincial allocations to the project were complemented by over $916,110 in municipal financial incentives. This social housing project could grow to 30 units at almost $7 million in total capital costs. It will be owned and operated by the County of Dufferin.

“I’m very pleased to see this very worthwhile project come to fruition,” said Warden Gordon D. Montgomery.

The Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program Agreement, signed in 2005, comprises a commitment of $301 million from each of the two senior levels of government. In total, the federal, provincial and municipal governments will invest at least $734 million in the program, which will provide affordable housing for up to 20,000 households in Ontario.

Last fall, the Government of Canada committed more than $1.9 billion over the next five years to improve and build new affordable housing and to help the homeless. Canada’s Economic Action Plan builds on this with an additional one-time investment of more than $2 billion over two years in new and existing social housing and lending of up to another $2 billion to municipalities for housing-related infrastructure. Combined for Ontario, this means a further $1.2-billion joint investment under the amended Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program Agreement. The federal and provincial governments are contributing equally to this overall investment.

Ontario is moving quickly to implement this additional funding, which increases the number of “quick start” projects to 39 totaling over $76.5 million and which will improve access to affordable housing for low-income families, seniors and persons with disabilities. It will also create jobs and strengthen local economies. To find out more about affordable housing in Ontario, visit www.mah.gov.on.ca.

To find out more about how the Government of Canada and CMHC are working to build stronger homes and communities for all Canadians, call CMHC at 1-800-668-2642 or visit www.cmhc.ca/housingactionplan. For more information on Canada’s Economic Action Plan, call 1-800-O Canada or visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

For further information please contact:

For more information visit: www.ontario.ca/housing

See related speech

Article source: http://www.cmhc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2009/2009-09-11-1000a.cfm

BRANTFORD, ON, September 11, 2009 – The Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario, and the City of Brantford today celebrated the start of construction of four affordable housing projects and the official openings of four projects. The projects are supported by more than $9.5 million in funding under the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program to create 171 affordable housing units.

Phil McColeman, Member of Parliament for Brant, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation; Dave Levac, Member of Provincial Parliament Brant, on behalf of the Honourable Jim Watson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing; Mike Hancock, Mayor of Brantford; and affordable housing sponsors Meadows Court Properties Inc., Multani Custom Homes Ltd., Telephone City Developments Ltd., 1372360 Ontario Inc., Freedom House International Church and Brant Native Housing attended the event.

“The Government of Canada is committed to making affordable housing available in Ontario and across Canada for those who need it most,” said MP McColeman. “These projects will give individuals and families of Brant and Brantford access to safe and affordable housing that meets their needs.”

“This is great news for Brantford,” said MPP Dave Levac. “Once again, the provincial and federal governments have teamed up with the City of Brantford to develop and provide affordable housing for those that need it most. In addition, we have given a boost to the local economy, making Brantford a great place to live, play and raise a family.”

Today’s announcement recognized eight affordable housing projects in Brantford funded under the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program:

• The official opening of a 6-unit project sponsored by Brant Native Housing Inc. The project received $420,000. The units will be occupied by low-income individuals and those with special needs.
• The start of construction of Alfred Street Apartments, a 39-unit project sponsored by Multani Custom Homes Ltd. The project received $2.3 million. The units will be occupied by low-income families and individuals and those with special needs.
• The start of construction of a 24-unit project sponsored by Meadows Court Properties Inc., located in Paris. The project received $1.4 million. The units will be occupied by low-income individuals and those with special needs.
• The official opening of an 11-unit project sponsored by Meadows Court Properties Inc. The project received $550,000. The units will be occupied by low-income individuals and those with special needs.
• The start of construction of a 15-unit project sponsored by Freedom House International Church. The project received $750,000. The units will be occupied by low-income individuals and those with special needs.
• The start of construction of the McCutcheon Lofts, 34-unit project sponsored by Telephone City Developments Ltd. The project received $1.7 million. The units will be occupied by low-income families and individuals.
• The official start of construction of Winniett Street Apartments, a 32-unit project sponsored by Meadow Court Properties. The project received over $1.78 million. The units will be occupied by low-income families and individuals and people with special needs.
• The official opening of the Uptown Downtown Suites, a 10-unit project sponsored by 1372360 Ontario Inc. The project received $600,000. The units will be occupied by low-income families and individuals and those with special needs.

The federal and provincial allocations to the project were complemented by more than $900,000 in municipal financial incentives.

“The City of Brantford is pleased to have participated with the federal and provincial governments in providing these much needed additions to the housing stock in our community,” said Mike Hancock, Mayor of Brantford. “These projects not only keep the local economy thriving, but they work towards a shared goal of building strong communities where everyone has a place to call home.”

“The County of Brant is pleased to celebrate the start of construction of 130 West River Street in Paris, alongside our federal and provincial government partners,” said the Mayor of Brant County, Ron Eddy. “This affordable housing project is another fine example of the re-use of a heritage building and we are pleased that Meadows Court Properties is producing another attractive, affordable housing project in our municipality.”

The Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program Agreement, signed in 2005, comprises a commitment of $301 million from each of the two senior levels of government. In total, the federal, provincial and municipal governments will invest at least $734 million in the program, which will provide affordable housing for up to 20,000 households in Ontario.

Last fall, the Government of Canada committed more than $1.9 billion over the next five years to improve and build new affordable housing and to help the homeless. Canada’s Economic Action Plan builds on this with an additional one-time investment of more than $2 billion over two years in new and existing social housing and lending of up to another $2 billion to municipalities for housing-related infrastructure. Combined for Ontario, this means a further $1.2 billion joint investment under the amended Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program Agreement. The federal and provincial governments are contributing equally to this overall investment.

Ontario is moving quickly to implement this additional funding, which increases the number of “Quick Starts” to 39 totaling over $76.5 million and which will improve access to affordable housing for low-income families, seniors and persons with disabilities. It will also create jobs and strengthen local economies. To find out more about affordable housing in Ontario, visit www.mah.gov.on.ca.

To find out more about how the Government of Canada and CMHC are working to build stronger homes and communities for all Canadians, call CMHC at 1-800-668-2642 or visit www.cmhc.ca/housingactionplan. For more information on Canada’s Economic Action Plan, call 1-800-O Canada or visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

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(from L to R) Mike Hancock, Mayor of Brantford; Phil McColeman, Member of Parliament for Brant; Dave Levac, Member of Provincial Parliament for Brant; and Ron Eddy, Mayor of Brant County; celebrate the official opening of four affordable housing projects and the start of construction of four affordable housing projects in Brantford and Brant County on September 11, 2009.

Phil McColeman, Member of Parliament for Brant, announces more than $9.5 million in funding for eight affordable housing projects in Brantford and Brant County on September 11, 2009.

Article source: http://www.cmhc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2009/2009-09-11-1300.cfm