Development

In recognition of the shortage of affordable housing in Ontario and across Canada, the Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program was developed through a federal-provincial partnership.  Niagara Regional Housing received more than $15 million under two versions of this program, resulting in the completion of 157 affordable housing units, with 198 units under construction. 

Our waiting list of more than 4,200 household applicants reflects the persistent need for more affordable housing rental units.  

If you are interested in further information about the development of affordable housing in Niagara, please see the links below or contact our office at 905-682-9201.     

Announcement

• Invitation to Renewable Energy Technology Vendors:
  The Ontario Power Authority has announced a new program "The Renewable Energy Initiative", which invites vendors of Renewable Energy Technology to apply to be on a vendor list. This list will be used to install renewable energy technologies by Ontario school boards and social housing providers. NRH would like to ensure that local vendors are aware of the program and can respond to any service/product requests from housing providers. Deadline to apply is March 26, 2010.

  - Ontario Power Press Release
  - Renewable Energy Initiative Guidelines

Media Releases

• June 19 - Request for Proposals Issued Today

• Construction Begins on Affordable Housing Project in St. Catharines

• Bethlehem Projects of Niagara Starts Construction of 40 new units of Affordable Housing in Niagara Falls

Related Links

• Niagara Economic Development Corporation

• Ontarians With Disabilities Act

• Niagara Regional Development Planning

• Affordable Housing Database – Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing and the Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association

• Canadian Mortgage Housing Corporation Information Products