The federal government announced more than $6.9 million in funding Tuesday to support a non-profit housing project for seniors in Alta Vista.
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The federal government announced more than $6.9 million in funding Tuesday to support a non-profit housing project for seniors in Alta Vista.
The government said the funding is part of the Build Canada Homes initiative, which launched last September to accelerate the construction of affordable, transitional and supportive housing units across the country.
The funding announced Tuesday will support the extension of the Ellwood House at 2262 Braeside Ave. The non-profit community-based organization is looking to increase its capacity by adding 38 rental units for independent low- and medium-income seniors.
"Projects like Ellwood House make their communities better, and better communities benefit us all,” Ottawa South MP David McGuinty said in the release.
"Affordable and accessible housing for seniors is a priority for our city. These new homes at Ellwood House will allow older adults to remain in their community, live independently, and age with dignity in a safe and supportive environment,” said Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe in the release.
The city has said it plans to implement new zoning bylaws and streamline planning approvals to address barriers to affordable housing at the municipal level.
Funding provided for 2262 Braeside includes $6.9 million from the federal government through the Affordable Housing Fund; $83,000 from CMHC Seed Funding; and $350,000 in City of Ottawa pre-development funding and more than $905,000 in waived municipal fees and charges.
