Renovations to social housing properties in three communities on Newfoundland’s south coast are currently underway.
“Newfoundland and Labrador Housing is making significant progress in maintaining and improving its social housing portfolio throughout the province,” said the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation. “I am delighted to see this investment in these housing properties on the south coast and how the upgrades will, in turn, improve daily living for the families residing in these units.”
Norvaco Construction has been awarded contracts valued at more than $135,000. The work is expected to be complete by the end of this month.
The contracts include:
“I am delighted that these homes are being renovated, giving their tenants a comfortable and modern place to call home,” said Tracey Perry, MHA for Fortune Bay – Cape La Hune. “Newfoundland and Labrador Housing has been doing a great job and these upgrades are certainly appreciated.”
A Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, released in August 2009 by the Provincial Government, outlines a long-term vision for social housing. It is aimed at improving the housing circumstances of low-income households and helping to create healthier communities. Budget 2011 Standing Strong: For Prosperity. For Our Future. For Newfoundland and Labrador allocated $25.9 million for social housing infrastructure, including $10.4 million for maintenance and $12 million for renovations and improvements.
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is the province’s largest landlord with approximately 5,573 non-profit social housing dwellings province-wide.
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Media contacts:
Jason Card
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015, 699-0470
jasoncard@gov.nl.ca
Donna Ivey
Communications Manager
Government Members Office
709-729-0898, 697-1424
donnaivey@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Manager, Communications
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca
Upgrades to social housing on Empire Place in St. John’s will continue with major renovations to four homes expected to begin this month.
“I am delighted to see this work proceeding which complements the upgrades that have already been completed on Empire Place,” said the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation. “Newfoundland and Labrador Housing is taking every opportunity to invest significant funds to enhance older social housing throughout the province.”
Xtreme Renos and Construction Ltd. has been awarded a contract valued at $331,000 to complete the work, which will include installing new windows, doors, siding, roofing, landings, ventilation systems, and basement insulation. The work is expected to be completed by August 2012.
A Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, released by the Provincial Government in August 2009, outlines a long-term vision for social housing. It is aimed at improving the housing circumstances of low-income households and helping to create healthier communities. Budget 2011 Standing Strong: For Prosperity. For Our Future. For Newfoundland and Labrador allocated $25.9 million for social housing infrastructure, including $10.4 million for maintenance and $12 million for renovations and improvements.
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is the province’s largest landlord with approximately 5,573 non-profit social housing dwellings province-wide.
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Media contacts:
Jason Card
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015, 699 0470
jasoncard@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Manager, Communications
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca
Fifty-four social housing units in central Newfoundland will receive upgrades as the Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation continues to enhance the social housing portfolio throughout the province. A contract valued at approximately $362,000 has been awarded to J & J Enterprises Ltd. to complete the work.
“I am delighted to see this significant investment in these housing properties in central Newfoundland,” said the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation. “Dozens of families in communities across the region will benefit from this work, improving the quality of their homes and thereby improving their quality of life.”
The contracts include:
A Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, released by the Provincial Government in August 2009, outlines a long-term vision for social housing. It is aimed at improving the housing circumstances of low-income households and helping to create healthier communities. Budget 2011 Standing Strong: For Prosperity. For Our Future. For Newfoundland and Labrador allocated $25.9 million for social housing infrastructure, including $10.4 million for maintenance and $12 million for renovations and improvements.
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is the province’s largest landlord with approximately 5,573 non-profit social housing dwellings province-wide.
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Media contacts:
Roger Scaplen
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015, 697-5267
rogerscaplen@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Manager, Communications
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca
Four social housing units on Vimy Avenue in St. John’s will receive exterior renovations and repairs as part of the ongoing redevelopment of the Cashin Avenue-Froude Avenue social housing neighbourhood. Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation has awarded a contract valued at $144,000 to G.S. Hunt Ltd. to complete the work.
“These upgrades will continue the important revitalization work that has been the focus for the neighbourhood for a number of years, resulting in significant improvements,” said the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation. “The corporation continues to upgrade our social housing portfolio throughout the province to ensure that we maintain viable housing options for people with the greatest need.”
The work will include installing new siding, windows, doors, and roofs, repairing basements and installing new basement stairs.
A Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, released by the Provincial Government in August 2009, outlines a long-term vision for social housing. It is aimed at improving the housing circumstances of low-income households and helping to create healthier communities. Budget 2011 Standing Strong: For Prosperity. For Our Future. For Newfoundland and Labrador allocated $25.9 million for social housing infrastructure, including $10.4 million for maintenance and $12 million for renovations and improvements.
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is the province’s largest landlord with approximately 5,573 non-profit social housing dwellings province-wide.
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Media contacts:
Roger Scaplen
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015, 697-5267
rogerscaplen@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Manager, Communications
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca