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CHRA submits letter to federal government outlining urgent priorities for the 2023 federal budget
February 1, 2023 On January 30th, CHRA sent a letter to the federal government asking that they take stock of how they can make life fairer, more inclusive, and more affordable for people across Canada. Our priorities for the 2023 budget can make a meaningful start in creating the necessary housing to serve those in […]
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Buildex Vancouver: Modular construction a housing solution for First Nations – constructconnect.com
February 1, 2023 One of the biggest challenges facing First Nations is the procurement of suitable housing for their members. At Buildex Vancouver 2023, a panel of housing experts will discuss how modular construction can help First Nations get the housing they need. The seminar, Bringing Rapid, Affordable Housing to First Nations Communities Through Modular […]
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Canada-Nunavut Housing Benefit (CHB) Program
27 January 2023 The Canada-Nunavut Housing Benefit (CHB) program, administered by the Department of Family Services, provides temporary financial relief to individuals or families in private rental accommodation. It provides access to benefits for housing on the private market so individuals, youth, or families can transition through a period of vulnerability or crisis. This program […]
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Lisa Helps appointed as Premier’s adviser on housing to support rollout of BC Builds
Jan. 26, 2023 VICTORIA – Premier David Eby has appointed Lisa Helps, Victoria’s former mayor, as the Premier’s housing solutions adviser. Helps will work with the Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Housing, stakeholders and partners, to help design and develop the BC Builds program, an initiative to build housing for middle-income families, individuals and seniors. “The current reality is that […]
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Thirty-Six New Rental Homes for Independent Seniors coming to Fort St. James
Jan 26, 2023 FORT ST. JAMES, BC – Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, Taleeb Noormohamed, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Granville, Ravi Kahlon, BC Minister of Housing, Brooke Eschuk, Economic Development Officer, District of Fort St. James, and Tyrell Arnold, Executive Director, Connexus Community Resources announced a combined […]
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Have Your Say on the Housing NWT Energy Management Strategy
January 25, 2023 The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is seeking input from residents and organizations on the Housing NWT Energy Management Strategy. This work is guided by the Housing NWT Renewal Strategy and supports the core value in Housing NWT’s mandate to look for environmental and fiscal sustainability in all aspects of our […]
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Government of Canada is investing in new long-term care home for Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte
From: Infrastructure Canada Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, Ontario, January 25, 2023—Today, Vance Badawey, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services, and Chief Don Maracle, Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, announced $30.25 million in federal funding for the construction of a new Elder Care Home in Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory. This new 128-bed long-term care facility […]
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Indigenous Shelter and Transitional Housing Initiative: Apply by March 2024
January 23, 2023 Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) are accepting applications for the Indigenous Shelter and Transitional Housing Initiative. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a periodic basis until March 2024 so long as funding allows. There is currently funding available for the construction of shelters or […]
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Edmonton opens new shelter as numbers of people without safe lodging continues to climb – APTN News
Jan 23, 2023 An old hotel in Edmonton is being used to house people who don’t have a safe place to shelter from the cold this winter. The Jasper Place Wellness Centre is operating the shelter after it received permission from Talltree First Nation – the owner of the Bedfort Inn and Suites – and […]
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GNWT increases funding for most homeownership repair programs
January 23, 2023 Guided by Housing Northwest Territories’ (NWT) renewal strategy, the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) will increase funding levels for most of its homeownership repair programs. The following programs have increased maximum funding from $10,000 to $15,000 per eligible applicant: – Emergency Repair Program – Fuel Tank Replacement Program – Seniors Aging […]
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