YORK REGION, August 10, 2009 — The Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario today announced that the Richmond Hill Co-op will receive support for repairs and renovations over the next two years.

The work will include window replacement and siding.

The Richmond Hill Co-op will receive $900,000 — part of a notional allocation of more than $14.4 million to the Regional Municipality of York to repair and retrofit existing local social housing units.

The funding was made available as a result of a $1.2 billion joint investment under the amended Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program Agreement, which includes funding through Canada’s Economic Action Plan and by the Government of Ontario. The federal and provincial governments are contributing equally to this overall investment.

Lois Brown, Member of Parliament for Newmarket – Aurora, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) and Reza Moridi, MPP Richmond Hill, on behalf of the Honourable Jim Watson, Ontario Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and Mayor David Barrow, Town of Richmond Hill, on behalf of York Region Chairman and CEO Bill Fisch made the announcement today.

“Renovation and retrofit projects, like this one, will improve the quality of life for residents by improving the security and affordability of their homes.” said MP Brown. “Investments like these help boost the local economy by putting construction workers and trades people back to work and increasing the demand for materials.”

“Our government is committed to energy efficiency.” said Reza Moridi, MPP Richmond Hill. “These important upgrades will help save money, protect the environment and improve the quality of life of the residents of Richmond Hill.”

“Today’s funding announcement represents excellent news for our Region,” said York Region Chairman and CEO Bill Fisch. “York Region’s allocation of close to $14.4 million over the next two years will be put to important and significant use. Investing in social housing properties is an investment in our community.”

Ontario is moving quickly to invest a total of $704 million to repair eligible social housing across the province. In an effort to get shovels in the ground quickly, projects must be committed by the end of the fiscal years 2010 and 2011.

The funding will help improve the quality of life for residents living in social housing communities. Funding will be used to renovate and make energy-saving upgrades to existing social housing as well as to undertake accessibility modifications for the benefit of seniors and persons with disabilities.

DUTTON, February 28, 2009 — The Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario, and the Municipality of Dutton/Dunwich today celebrated the opening of 30 new affordable rental units. This project is supported by over $2 million in funding through the Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program.

Joe Preston, Member of Parliament for Elgin – Middlesex – London, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, and Minister responsible for the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation; the Honourable Steve Peters, Member of Provincial Parliament for Elgin – Middlesex – London, on behalf of the Honourable Jim Watson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing; Graham Warwick, Warden for the County of Elgin; and Bonnie Vowel, Mayor of the Municipality of Dutton/Dunwich attended the ceremony.

“The Government of Canada is committed to making affordable housing available in Ontario and across Canada for those who need it most,” said MP Preston. “Seniors in Dutton will now have access to quality, affordable housing and the services that meet their specific needs, while remaining close to their families and friends in the community.”

“The Affordable Housing Program is helping people who live on lower or fixed incomes stay in their home communities,” said MPP Peters. “Ontario is working with its partners to grow the supply of affordable housing.”

Today’s announcement recognized the official opening of Dutton Caledonia Two, a 30-unit complex sponsored by Dutton and District Lions Non-profit Housing Inc. The $4 million project received over $2 million under the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program. The units will be occupied by seniors.

The federal and provincial allocations to the project were complemented by over $600,000 in municipal financial incentives.

“I am very excited to share the vision of the Dutton/Dunwich Lion’s Club and local residents to see additional housing for our seniors in our area. The Dutton Caledonia TWO complex will be enjoyed now and for many years to come,” said Mayor Vowel. “I am thankful to all who have put their time and efforts into this worthy project.”

The Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program comprises a commitment of $301 million from each of the two senior levels of government. In total, the federal, provincial and municipal governments will invest at least $734 million in the program, which will provide affordable housing for up to 20,000 households in Ontario. Under the AHP, every region in Ontario has been allocated a specific amount of funding to assist low to moderate-income rental households to purchase affordable homes through interest-free down payment assistance loans.

For more information, please see:

http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2009/2009-02-28-1100.cfm

WATERLOO, February 10, 2009 — The Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario today announced more than $881,388 in funding to 99 households in the Regional Municipality of Waterloo under the Homeownership component of the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program. The Homeownership component of the program provides down-payment assistance for low-income renters to enter the housing market and purchase homes.

The announcement was made by Peter Braid, Member of Parliament for Kitchener – Waterloo, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), and Leeanna Pendergast, MPP for Kitchener – Conestoga, on behalf of the Honourable Jim Watson, Ontario’s Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

“The Government of Canada is committed to making affordable housing available in Ontario and across Canada for those who need it most,” said MP Braid. “This investment will help people in Waterloo access quality, affordable housing and start a new page in their lives.”

“I’m proud to announce there are 99 new homeowners in the Region of Waterloo,” said MPP Pendergast. “This funding allows people to get a foothold in the housing market, and alleviate some of the demand for affordable rental housing.”

The Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program comprises a commitment of $301 million from each of the two senior levels of government. In total, the federal, provincial and municipal governments will invest at least $734 million in the program, which will provide affordable housing for up to 20,000 households in Ontario. Under the AHP, every region in Ontario has been allocated a specific amount of funding to assist low to moderate-income rental households to purchase affordable homes through interest-free down payment assistance loans.

Please also see:

http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2009/2009-02-10-1000g.cfm

ST. CATHARINES, February 10, 2009 — The Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario today announced more than $505,877 in funding to 71 households in the Regional Municipality of Niagara under the Homeownership component of the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program. The Homeownership component of the program provides down-payment assistance for low-income renters to enter the housing market and purchase homes.

The announcement was made by Rick Dykstra, Member of Parliament for St. Catharines, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), and Kim Craitor, MPP for Niagara Falls, on behalf of the Honourable Jim Watson, Ontario’s Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

“The Government of Canada is committed to making affordable housing available in Ontario and across Canada for those who need it most,” said MP Dykstra. “This investment will help people in Niagara access quality, affordable housing and start a new page in their lives.”

“I’m proud to announce there are 71 new homeowners in Niagara Region,” said MPP Craitor. “This funding allows people to get a foothold in the housing market, and alleviate some of the demand for affordable rental housing.”

The Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program comprises a commitment of $301 million from each of the two senior levels of government. In total, the federal, provincial and municipal governments will invest at least $734 million in the program, which will provide affordable housing for up to 20,000 households in Ontario. Under the AHP, every region in Ontario has been allocated a specific amount of funding to assist low to moderate-income rental households to purchase affordable homes through interest-free down payment assistance loans.

For more info, please click on:

http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2009/2009-02-10-1000b.cfm

MUSKOKA, February 10, 2009 — The Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario today announced more than $112,000 in funding to 15 households in the District Municipality of Muskoka under the Homeownership component of the Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program. The Homeownership component of the program provides down-payment assistance for low-income renters to enter the housing market and purchase homes.

According to Moishe Alexander, the announcement was made by the Tony Clement, Minister of Industry, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), and the Honourable Jim Watson, Ontario’s Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

“The Government of Canada is committed to making affordable housing available in Ontario and across Canada for those who need it most,” said Minister Clement. “This investment will help residents of Muskoka access quality, affordable housing and start a new page in their lives.”

“I’m proud to announce there are 15 more homeowners in Muskoka,” said Minister Watson. “This funding allows people to get a foothold in the housing market, and alleviate some of the demand for affordable rental housing.”

The Canada – Ontario Affordable Housing Program comprises a commitment of $301 million from each of the two senior levels of government. In total, the federal, provincial and municipal governments will invest at least $734 million in the program, which will provide affordable housing for up to 20,000 households in Ontario. Under the AHP, every region in Ontario has been allocated a specific amount of funding to assist low to moderate-income rental households to purchase affordable homes through interest-free down payment assistance loans.

For the full report, please see:

http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2009/2009-02-10-1000a.cfm