Repairs and Renewal Planned for NCHC Community Housing Thanks to $1.6M from Government of Canada

Northumberland County Housing Corporation (NCHC) has been awarded $1,659,428.57 in funding from the Government of Canada, through the Affordable Housing Fund. This funding will support repairs and updates to 333 units of rent-geared-to-income (RGI) and transitional housing operated by the NCHC in communities including Brighton, Campbellford, Cobourg, Colborne, and Port Hope.

In addition to this federal funding, Northumberland County will be investing $3,872,000 over three years toward this renewal of existing community housing stock. Work will include updates to windows, HVAC systems, plumbing fixtures, and appliances, along with drywall, paint, flooring and other updates as required.

Combined, these investments will help ensure long-term sustainability and accessibility of local affordable housing, while improving living conditions for current residents.

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“Our Government is committed to helping communities develop local solutions to housing need and homelessness. This project will ensure safe, affordable housing for some of the most vulnerable residents of Northumberland County, well into the future. It’s also another step forward in building an economy that serves everyone.” – The Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada

“Everyone deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. While we committed to building more affordable homes and finding innovative solutions to mitigate the housing crisis, we are also ensuring that we continue to support repairs and renovation of existing home to make sure that Canadians continue to thrive within their communities.” –Emma Harrison, Member of Parliament for Peterborough
“This funding will allow us to make critical repairs that will improve the quality of life for residents today, while also making our housing more energy efficient, accessible, and affordable for the future. It’s an important step in ensuring our community housing remains strong and resilient.”
– Victor Fiume, Board Chair for the Northumberland County Housing Corporation

“Affordable housing is a top priority for our Council and our community. This significant federal contribution, paired with our County’s investment, will help us maintain and improve hundreds of affordable housing units across Northumberland. These repairs will ensure residents have safe, comfortable homes, while also enhancing the long-term sustainability of local housing stock.”
– Brian Ostrander, Warden of Northumberland County

Author: Pete Fisher

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