The Government of Canada and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador today announced an enhancement to the Canada Housing Benefit that will provide additional housing supports for survivors of gender-based violence. Through a joint investment of $17.12 million over five years, this enhancement will help survivors, including women, children and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people, find a safe […]
Read MoreHousing challenges are escalating across Atlantic Canada, and advancing solutions to these challenges was the focus of yesterday’s meeting of the region’s housing ministers. The Atlantic Provincial Ministers remain eager to collaborate closely with the federal government to fulfill the commitments made during the last meeting in January with the Honourable Sean Fraser, Federal Minister [&helli
Read MoreThe Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Housing, today announced a $1.3 million investment toward the creation of a new Transitional Housing Initiative in Gander. This funding includes a one-time investment of $430,000 to allow the Central Residential Services Board to purchase a property on Airport Boulevard for the initiative, as well as approximately $859,000 […]
Read MoreThe Provincial Government today released Standards for Serving People Experiencing Homelessness in Shelters Throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. Developed by OrgCode Consulting following extensive and in-depth consultations with individuals, organizations and community partners, these standards will apply to all emergency shelters that receive Provincial Government funding. Adoption of these st
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