Affordable housing for seniors
To be sure, every Canadian deserves a safe and affordable place that they can call home.
Ergo, the governments of Canada and Ontario are combining to invest more than $1 million towards a new affordable housing development in Sault Ste. Marie to provide seniors at risk of homelessness with housing and support services.
The erstwhile Rosedale public elementary school, located at 90 Chapple Avenue, is being transformed into a nine-unit housing development.
It will include a community hub for local social services, a gymnasium, a child care centre and an ‘EarlyON’ child and family centre.
The building, adjacent to a municipal park, also includes wide halls, automatic entrance doors, and one fully accessible unit.
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING
“Our government is committed to working with Ontario to develop and implement local solutions to housing here in Sault Ste. Marie. This investment is helping local residents access the safe and affordable housing that meets their needs and they can afford.”
– Terry Sheehan, member of parliament, Sault Ste. Marie
“Ontario is working hard to build a strong community housing system that supports our most vulnerable citizens. Converting an old school building into much-needed affordable housing is a great example of this community finding creative and flexible solutions to increase housing options for seniors in Sault Ste. Marie.”
– Steve Clark, Ontario minister of municipal affairs and housing
“This investment in Sault Ste. Marie will help those in need find stable housing and access to support services, such as counseling, addiction services and life-skills training. This is an innovative and flexible solution – and I congratulate all those who have been involved with the Rosedale project for their commitment to improving the lives of others.”
– Ross Romano, member of provincial parliament, Sault Ste. Marie
