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Ontario Creating Affordable Housing in Morrisburg
New Morris Glen project will support vulnerable populations experiencing or at-risk of homelessness
November 10, 2022
Morrisburg — The Ontario government is providing nearly $1.7 million to help create 12 affordable housing units in Morrisburg to support vulnerable populations experiencing or at-risk of homelessness.
The Morris Glen project will consist of three-storey townhouses that will have a total of 17 two-bedroom units with 12 being rent-geared-to-income housing supported by the Ontario government, and five being market rent units. Four units will be fully accessible and residents will be close to amenities such as grocery stores and a medical clinic.
“Our government’s Social Services Relief Fund is providing immediate housing and homelessness relief in communities across Ontario,” said Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. “Supporting innovative solutions like these housing units in Morrisburg is critical as we work to keep our most vulnerable safe and housed, both during the pandemic and into the future.”
The Ontario government is also investing an additional $25 million annually in our new Homelessness Prevention Program. This new program will simplify and streamline operations so municipal service managers can spend less time on paperwork and more time working with their clients to help find housing and other supports, and help those at-risk of homelessness stay in their homes. The additional funding brings Ontario’s total yearly investment in the program to almost $464 million.
Quick Facts
– In Budget 2021, Ontario released $175 million for mental health and addictions services and supports, building on prior year investments of $176 million announced in October 2020, and $174 million in Budget 2019.
Quotes
“This $1.7 million investment into affordable housing in Stormont, Dundas and South Glengarry will have an immediate impact, specifically in the Morrisburg area. Our government is committed to ensuring people across the province can find a home that meets their needs and budget. With this investment, four of the units will be fully accessible. These 12 new rent-geared-to-income 2-bedroom units will improve the lives of residents across the region. The Morris Glen project is strategically located near grocery stores and other amenities which will also benefit our vulnerable population.”
– Nolan Quinn
Member of Provincial Parliament – Stormont–Dundas–South Glengarry
“I would like to thank the Minister and the Province for the funding. This project will help all the residents of South Dundas by providing new social housing for current residents which in turn will provide their old homes for younger families.”
– Steven Byvelds
Mayor of South Dundas
“Housing, especially affordable housing, has been identified as one of the provincial and municipal priorities. The announcement today by Minister Steve Clark will assist in working toward filling our housing goals. Thank you Minister Clark and your government for your financial assistance.”
– Glen Grant
Mayor of the City of Cornwall
“In several areas, working families are coping with a dwindling number of choices for affordably-priced housing. Today’s announcement is tangible proof that partnerships can be created to mitigate these challenges. By adding new spaces to the local housing roster, we can begin to chip away at the backlog of individuals and family’s looking for affordable housing in our region.”
– Carma Williams
Warden for the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry
Additional Resources
Media Contacts
Victoria Podbielski
Minister’s Office
Conrad Spezowka
Communications Branch