TIMMINS, ON, July 13, 2017 /CNW/ - The governments of Canada and Ontario are helping people in communities across northeastern Ontario by funding of a variety of affordable housing facilities in the region.
The announcement was held at the Timmins Native Friendship Centre, which received over $3 million in combined federal and provincial funding through the Investment in Affordable Housing agreement. The centre is developing 18 affordable housing units for local Indigenous residents.
Adam Vaughan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development (Housing and Urban Affairs), and the Honourable Chris Ballard, Ontario's Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy, made the announcement today. Steve Black, mayor of Timmins, also spoke at the event.
The announcement celebrated nine additional affordable housing developments throughout northeastern Ontario, supported by more than $10.3 million in federal and provincial contributions from the governments of Canada and Ontario. These developments provide an additional 86 units of affordable housing in the region.
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The following developments were also celebrated today:
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"Safe, adequate and affordable housing is a catalyst that enables Canadians to achieve other goals—from raising healthy children to pursuing education, jobs and opportunity. When affordable housing is in short supply, Canada's whole economy suffers." - Adam Vaughan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development (Housing and Urban Affairs)
"Ontario is committed to providing more affordable housing for families across the province. We know when people have a home, they are healthier, ready to pursue employment, and better equipped to contribute to their communities." - Chris Ballard, Ontario's Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy
"Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services is proud to work with numerous partners including the Timmins Native Friendship Centre, the Ministry of Housing and the federal government in the development of 18 homes for Indigenous People living in Timmins. Northeastern Ontario is experiencing a housing shortage and we know that safe, affordable housing is the foundation for the success of Indigenous individuals and families. Although there is much more work to be done, this is a step in the right direction." - Don McBain, Executive Director, Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services
"We are encouraged with the Government's investments in affordable housing in Timmins to provide our residents a safe and affordable place to call home. We are encouraged to see the government working with local organizations to form partnerships to help address the growing problem many regional residents have in obtaining affordable housing. We appreciate the government support in our region on this critical issue and hope to see continued partnerships going forward." - Steve Black, Mayor, City of Timmins
"The Timmins Native Friendship Centre strives to improve the quality of life for Indigenous people living in an urban environment. We are on our way to providing 18 – two bedroom units, with two accessible units. We are excited to provide 18 families with a sense of security to avoid homelessness and provide onsite services as needed." - Gary Martin, President, Timmins Native Friendship Centre
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SOURCE Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Media contacts: Émilie Gauduchon, Press Secretary, Office of Minister Duclos, 819-654-5546, [email protected]; Angelina Ritacco, Public Affairs, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, 416-218-3320, [email protected]; Myriam Denis, Press Secretary and Communications Advisor, Office of Minister Ballard, 416-585-6333, [email protected]; Conrad Spezowka, Communications, Ministry of Housing, 416-585-7066, [email protected]
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