As part of the new Provincial Government’s commitment to help more people find a safe and affordable place to live, the Honourable Joedy Wall, Minister of Housing, is today announcing the award of a contract to build a 20-home apartment complex in Corner Brook.
The contract, valued at $9.8 million, will see the construction of a three-story apartment building on Crestview Avenue. The building will be owned and operated by Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation, and will feature 10 one-bedroom and 10 two-bedroom apartments, the areas of greatest demand. Once construction is complete, tenants will be selected from the corporation’s regular application process.
Four of the two-bedroom apartments will be fully accessible, while all 20 will feature universal design components to support people as they age. The building will also include an elevator.
Streamline Management, based in Pasadena, was the successful bidder on this contract. This is a design-build project, which means the contractor will do both the design and the actual construction of the building. As the owner, Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation provides key design requirements that the contractor must meet, such as accessibility requirements.
It is expected that construction will start in summer 2026, and that these 20 homes will be complete by the end of 2027.
This project is the second apartment building announced by the Provincial Government in as many months, following the announcement of a 40-home apartment building in St. John’s in December.
As part of the new government’s goal to see 10,000 homes built in five years, NLHC will continue to explore new construction models and practices for its own housing projects.
In addition to pursuing investments in new housing, government will meet its goal by:
These efforts are focused on reducing the number of families who have to spend more than 30 per cent of their income on housing costs.
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“Our government has set the ambitious goal of seeing 10,000 homes built over five years. To achieve this, we need to do things differently, including a focus on new types of homes. This apartment building will create affordable and suitable homes for 20 NLHC families, providing more affordable options on the west coast.”
Honourable Joedy Wall
Minister of Housing
Minister of Social Supports and Well-Being
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The Honourable Joedy Wall, Minister of Housing, announced today that a contract has been awarded to Redwood Construction to build 10 new micro homes on Army Street in St. John’s.
These 10 homes will support people who are experiencing homelessness, helping give them the security of a safe and affordable home. A micro home is smaller than a typical apartment and will be approximately 500 square feet.
The contract, valued at $1.67 million, will cover the construction of two buildings – one with six studio-style apartments and the other with four. Two of the 10 homes will be fully accessible, while all homes will include universal design features such as lever handles, grab bars and colour contrast.
Funding for this project is provided through the Federal Government’s Unsheltered Homelessness and Encampments Initiative, which prioritizes projects that directly support people experiencing homelessness.
Minister Wall was today joined by Tom Osborne, Parliamentary Secretary to the President of Treasury Board and Member of Parliament for Cape Spear, and by St. John’s Councillor Brenda Halley for the official groundbreaking at the site, which is located in the Buckmaster’s Circle neighbourhood. The land is owned by Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation.
The Provincial Government has set the goal of 10,000 new homes in Newfoundland and Labrador over five years, so that everyone has the opportunity to find a safe and suitable home within their budget. In addition to pursuing investments in new housing, government will meet this goal by:
These efforts are focused on reducing the number of families who have to spend more than 30 per cent of their income on housing costs.
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“Too many people in Newfoundland and Labrador cannot find a safe and affordable place to live. This is especially true for those who have experienced homelessness, and who face added barriers to finding suitable housing. These micro homes will mean a fresh start, helping to lift them out of homelessness and toward a brighter future.”
Honourable Joedy Wall
Minister of Housing
Minister of Social Supports and Well-Being
“These micro-homes in St. John’s represent a step forward in our fight to deal with chronic homelessness and improve access to safe, stable and affordable housing across Canada. Our government is pleased to work with the province of Newfoundland and Labrador to make sure everyone has a place to call home.”
Tom Osborne
Parliamentary Secretary to the President of the Treasury Board and Member of Parliament for Cape Spear
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The Provincial Government today announced an investment of up to $2 million in the L’Arche Avalon housing project, which aims to assist adults living with intellectual disabilities to live fulfilling lives as active and engaged members of their community. It will also provide operational funding of $1.6 million annually beginning in 2027-28.
The Provincial Government is Newfoundland and Labrador Canada’s first Well-Being Province and is committed to supporting projects that foster inclusive and accessible communities where all residents have equal opportunities to participate. L’Arche Avalon aims to establish and sustain homes in the St. John’s region where adults with intellectual disabilities and their support assistants live together in a supportive partnership.
The proposed project will be located on Charter Avenue in Pleasantville. The project will feature two eight-unit homes, each with four fully accessible units on the main level. The main floor will be barrier-free, with universal design principles guiding the layout of the upper floor. In addition, the buildings are expected to achieve a 26 per cent reduction in energy use, contributing to long-term sustainability. Construction is set to begin in 2026, with completion anticipated in 2027.
The Provincial Government is supporting the project through an investment of up to 50 per cent of the capital construction costs, up to $2 million. The Federal Government will also be contributing $912,000.
L’Arche Avalon is division of L’Arche Canada, an incorporated non-profit organization which operates in 30 communities around the country from British Columbia to St. John’s, and is part of the international L’Arche movement in 37 countries. L’Arche seeks to house and engage with people with intellectual disabilities and work toward a more inclusive society while respecting each person’s wishes and preferences.
L’Arche Avalon already hosts activities for people with intellectual disabilities in the province, such as monthly walks and meals, music circles and social gatherings. This money will enable the charity to construct a residential living facility where adults with intellectual disabilities will live with their support assistants in an atmosphere of respect and social well-being.
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“This project will be a great addition to the ever-growing Pleasantville neighbourhood of St. John’s. L’Arche provides a great service to the community, especially for individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families. I welcome their increased presence in our community and applaud their efforts and commitment to grow the L’Arche footprint in Newfoundland and Labrador.”
Honourable Jamie Korab
Minister Responsible for the Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
“Our government is focused on delivering housing for the people of St. John’s and across the country. Supporting L’Arche Avalon Pleasantville Project is one of the ways we do that. I’m proud of our involvement in this project, and of the tangible difference it will make for people in this community.”
Honourable Joanne Thompson
Federal Minister of Fisheries and Member of Parliament for St. John’s East
“This investment is another sign of government’s commitment to transforming the health system, based on recommendations from Health Accord NL to one that recognizes how beneficial it is to an individual’s well-being to be part of the community. This residential community-living option is good news for the individuals, their families, their support workers and the neighborhood.”
Honourable Krista Lynn Howell
Minister of Health and Community Services
“We are pleased to see this project moving forward, as it will provide care to individuals with intellectual disabilities in a safe and comfortable community environment, and add to the richness of this growing neighbourhood. The L’Arche model of inclusion and respect has proven itself around the world, and we are happy to support the local chapter with their worthwhile project.”
Honourable Bernard Davis
Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development and MHA Virginia Waters-Pleasantville
“L’Arche Avalon is overjoyed to share the incredible news that our Province has committed both capital and operational funding to our vision! Paired with land obtained from Canada Lands Corporation through the Government of Canada’s Federal Lands Initiative, this brings us one giant step closer to opening two beautiful L’Arche homes in Pleasantville for adults with intellectual disabilities. These two homes will be more than just buildings; they will be places of belonging, friendship and dignity. Rooted in L’Arche values of community and inclusion and inspired by decades of success across Canada, we know they will no only enrich the lives of those who live there, but also strengthen the very heart of our wider community.”
Lewis Andrews
Vice-Chair, Board of Directors, L’Arche Avalon
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The Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) has today issued a tender for a design-build contract for the construction of a 20-unit apartment building on Crestview Avenue in Corner Brook.
The building will feature 10 one-bedroom and 10 two-bedroom apartments, meeting the areas of greatest demand for NLHC housing. Four of the two-bedroom units will be fully accessible, while all units will include universal design features such as widened interior doors and hallways, lever-type door handles and faucets. Units will range in size from 500 to 1,000 square feet.
These 20 units are the next step in the Provincial Government’s commitment to construct 50 new NLHC homes in western Newfoundland by 2028. In July, a contract was awarded to Brook Construction (2007) Inc. to begin construction on six homes in the same area, with a completion deadline of July 2026.
The Provincial Government continues to advance affordable housing construction through a combination of public and private construction projects. In addition to the Provincial Government’s commitment to build 50 homes in western Newfoundland, another 50 homes are also committed for central Newfoundland by 2028 and four homes are already under construction in Labrador City. A further 32 NLHC units on Janeway Place in St. John’s will be completed this fall, located near the site of a future 40-unit apartment building for which proposals are currently being accepted.
Last week, Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation launched a second round of the Affordable Rental Housing Program to meet continued interest from developers. To date, this project has resulted in the construction of 116 homes in 12 communities, while work is underway on another 153 homes and will begin soon on a further 152 homes.
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“We are continuing to move forward with purpose on construction of new homes in western Newfoundland. These apartments will provide 20 individuals or families with modern, comfortable and affordable places to live within their community, and will meet our greatest areas of need.”
Honourable Jamie Korab
Minister Responsible for the Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
Minister of Seniors
“This new apartment building is a meaningful investment in Corner Brook. It strengthens our commitment to safe, affordable housing and reflects real progress in expanding options across western Newfoundland.”
Honourable Gerry Byrne
Minister of Jobs, Immigration and Growth
MHA for Corner Brook
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