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Millbrook First Nation members can get mortgages on-reserve for the first time, thanks to pilot program – CBC
Dec 20, 2024 Band members can apply for an RBC loan to build their own home on reserve land In an effort to combat persistent housing shortages, Millbrook First Nation is empowering its members to build their own homes, with the help of a pilot project that allows mortgages on-reserve for the first time. The […]
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Read MoreFoundations Newsletter – December 2024 – FNMHF
Dec 16, 2024 Dear Valued Members and Stakeholders, as we approach the end of a very eventful fourth quarter, I am proud to reflect on the progress we have made together at the Fund. This quarter has been marked by collaboration, engagement, and a steadfast commitment to advancing sustainable housing opportunities for First Nations communities […]
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Read MoreMore Projects Approved under Newfoundland and Labrador Community Housing Growth Fund
December 9, 2024 The Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Housing and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, is pleased to announce that five more community organizations are receiving funding under the Community Housing Growth Fund to help them develop their affordable housing projects. Each project was awarded up to $50,000 for pre-development costs, which […]
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Read MoreNew affordable homes for Nunatsiavut
December 9, 2024 The federal and Nunatsiavut governments are providing a combined $7.5 million to build 10 new affordable homes in Nain, Makkovik and Hopedale for families. The homes are made up of a four-plex in Nain, a four-plex in Makkovik and a duplex in Hopedale and will be operated by the Nunatsiavut Government. The […]
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Read MoreStatement for the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities for National Housing Day
From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada November 22, 2024 National Housing Day is an important reminder that every Canadian deserves a place to call home. A home connects us to the communities where we live and work and gives us the stability to grow and thrive. It’s a place where we can feel safe and […]
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Read MoreTim Houston has a problem with Nova Scotians working from home – Halifax Examiner
November 21, 2024 Also: Canada got played for suckers; three parties and housing; Danny MacGillivray; staff report on property tax relief for non-profits; police board’s new schedule; new street names in Cogswell district; standing up to indifference On the first day of our November subscription drive, Tim Bousquet published the Halifax Examiner’s tax return here. […]
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Read More115 New and Repaired Homes Coming to Happy Valley Goose Bay
November 15, 2024 The federal government, along with provincial, municipal and First Nations partners, announced 4 projects to build and repair 115 homes in Happy Valley Goose Bay. The federal, provincial, and municipal governments are partnering to build 16 new affordable rental homes. These homes are owned and operated as part of NL Housing’s rental housing portfolio, welcoming […]
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Read MoreN.S. municipalities defend housing fund Conservatives have promised to cut – CBC
Nov 12, 2024 So far 16 municipalities, First Nations in N.S. have signed Housing Accelerator Fund agreements Some Nova Scotia municipal leaders are defending a funding stream the federal Conservatives say they will cut if elected, calling it a “game changer.” Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre has said the $4.4-billion Housing Accelerator Fund from the […]
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Read MoreNICHI announces Atlantic recipients of funding to advance critical Indigenous housing projects in urban, rural and northern areas and address urgent and unmet needs
From: Indigenous Services Canada October 23, 2024 Today, National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated (NICHI) Chief Executive Officer John Gordon and Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, Patty Hajdu, announced the recipients of NICHI’s expression of need process to address the critical need for safe and affordable urban, rural and northern Indigenous housing […]
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Read MoreCelebrating the ceremonial opening of Ne’ata’q Place, a shelter for Indigenous women and children in Newfoundland
From: Indigenous Services Canada October 17, 2024 — Stephenville, Newfoundland & Labrador — Indigenous Services Canada and Newfoundland Aboriginal Women’s Network Today marked the ceremonial opening of Ne’ata’q Place, a shelter for Indigenous women and children in Newfoundland. An initiative of the Newfoundland Aboriginal Women’s Network Inc. (NAWN), the shelter will provide a safe, supportive […]
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