The Provincial Government, through Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation, is investing $825,000 to purchase a six-unit apartment building in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. The Honourable Kevin O’Brien, Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation, joined officials from the community today to make the announcement. The property will be developed into long-term accommodations to help address housing issues in the region.
“This is an exciting first step in our regional plan to assist individuals who require supportive living options. This past May, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador appointed a Supportive Housing Action Team to address housing needs. While we recognize there is still work to be done, this investment will enable us to place people in safe, permanent housing and ensure they also have the long-term community supports most appropriate for their needs.” – The Honourable Kevin O’Brien, Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
Following the sudden closure of Newman’s Boarding house in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, the Provincial Government appointed a Supportive Housing Action Team in May 2014. The team was formed to help address short and long-term housing needs.
Located on Grand Street, the six-unit building will house up to nine individuals. The property consists of four one-bedroom units, as well as a two-bedroom and three-bedroom unit.
Melville Native Housing will become part of the response for homelessness in the area. They will be the long-term administrator for this property and any other long-term supportive housing units that are acquired by the Provincial Government.
“We recognize working together as a community is the most effective way to find long-term solutions to help address regional supportive housing needs. With the help of the Supportive Housing Action Team and our community partners, we will continue to create housing options to assist those who may find themselves homeless.” – Keith Russell, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Advanced Education and Skills and MHA for Lake Melville
In 2014-15, Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is investing $10 million to renovate another 450 social housing units throughout the province. To date, approximately 77 per cent of units province-wide have received upgrades.
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Media contacts:
John Tompkins
Director of Communications
|Department of Advanced Education and Skills
709-729-0753, 728-7762
jtompkins@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Communications Manager
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation has awarded a contract valued at $150,000 to Pine Martin Adventures Inc. to install a new fire sprinkler system at the Forestside Manor in Corner Brook.
“Designed to delay and control the spread of fires, automatic sprinkler systems are a proven way to save lives and protect property. Tenants of Forestside Manor and their families can have a greater sense of comfort knowing their building is being protected by a new sprinkler system.” – The Honourable Tom Marshall, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador and MHA for Humber East
The sprinkler system is scheduled for completion early in September. This project is part of ongoing work to improve social housing units throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.
“We are proud of the ongoing work being carried out on our social housing units as we move forward to complete upgrades on all of our properties. This government will continue to ensure safe and affordable housing is available to our citizens, now and in the future.” – The Honourable Kevin O’Brien, Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
In 2014-15, Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is investing $10 million to renovate another 450 social housing units throughout the province. To date, approximately 77 per cent of units province-wide have received upgrades.
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Media contacts:
Milly Brown
Director of Communications
Office of the Premier
709-729-3960
millybrown@gov.nl.ca
Kevin Guest
Press Secretary
Office of the Premier
709-729-4304, 730-2320
kevinguest@gov.nl.ca
John Tompkins
Director of Communications
|Department of Advanced Education and Skills
709-729-0753, 728-7762
jtompkins@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Communications Manager
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca
G.S. Hunt Ltd. has been awarded a $222,000 contract to provide roofing and interior renovations on eight social housing homes at Regatta Terrace in St. John’s.
“The contract awarded to G.S. Hunt Ltd. is part of ongoing renovations at Regatta Terrace. This investment in social housing will increase the life span of the homes and demonstrates our government’s commitment to help Newfoundlanders and Labradorians who need it most.” – The Honourable Kevin O’Brien, Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation.
The work at Regatta Terrace will include replacing siding, windows and doors, installing new eaves, bathroom and kitchen fans, upgrading plumbing and electrical and installing heat recovery ventilation units. The anticipated completion date for the work is January 2015.
In 2014-15, Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is investing $10 million to renovate another 450 social housing units throughout the province. To date, approximately 77 per cent of units province-wide have received upgrades.
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Media contacts:
John Tompkins
Director of Communications
|Department of Advanced Education and Skills
709-729-0753, 728-7762
jtompkins@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Communications Manager
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca
Members of the seniors community and Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) today celebrated the official opening of 12 new affordable seniors apartments in St. John’s, through an investment of $2.3 million by the Provincial Government.
“Everyone deserves the dignity of a safe and affordable place to call home. An investment of $2.3 million shows this government’s firm commitment to provide affordable and accessible housing, and ensure social housing properties meet the future needs of people on low incomes. This latest addition provides Newfoundland and Labrador Housing with nine senior complexes in the City of St. John’s.”– The Honourable Kevin O’Brien, Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation.
The 12 apartments include two fully accessible units, and are located on the second level of the Charter Avenue building in Pleasantville, which is a smoke-free apartment complex. Eleven of the apartments are now full, with officials seeking applicants for the second fully-accessible unit.
In addition to NLHC’s own developments, a key objective for the Provincial Government is to stimulate the development of affordable rental housing by the private, public and non-profit sectors under the Investment in Affordable Housing Agreements. Priority is placed on developing rental housing for persons with disabilities, seniors, and people who require supports to live independently in the community. This work is in keeping with A Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, released by the Provincial Government in August 2009, which outlines a long-term vision for social housing. A copy of the social housing plan is available at www.nlhc.nl.ca/SocialHsingPlan/report.pdf.
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Media contacts:
John Tompkins
Director of Communications
|Department of Advanced Education and Skills
709-729-0753, 728-7762
jtompkins@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Communications Manager
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca