The Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador today announced a combined investment of nearly $8.5 million to create new affordable housing throughout the province in collaboration with the private sector. This investment supports the development of 207 new affordable homes for seniors, families and single people with low incomes and persons with disabilities. “Through […]
Read MoreThe Provincial Government’s Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, which was released by the Provincial Government in August 2009 and outlines a long-term vision for social housing, was endorsed in the House of Assembly today. The endorsement came via a private members resolution that expresses support for the plan and recognizes the […]
Read MoreThe third party demonstrated its lack of understanding of housing issues and the Provincial Government’s comprehensive set of initiatives to address them in the House of Assembly today when MHA Gerry Rogers called for the creation of a housing division and housing strategy. The Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation […]
Read MoreThe Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador today celebrated the official opening of Marguerite’s Place in St. John’s. “Our government is dedicated to helping those in need,” said the Honourable Peter Penashue, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Regional Minister for Newfoundland and Labrador and MP for Labrador, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister […]
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