Introducing Our First GAP Housing Unit: Keeping the #CostOfHome Affordable for All
GAP housing addresses the struggles middle-income households face in entering the housing market. Introducing our first GAP unit at the Arc Condominiums.
GAP housing addresses the struggles middle-income households face in entering the housing market. Introducing our first GAP unit at the Arc Condominiums.
Individuals who fall just beyond the criteria for affordable housing are often neglected in the discussion of housing and the city of Mississauga recognizes them as the “missing middle” within the housing continuum. This represents an individual who…
A National Crisis Toronto and Vancouver are two of the wealthiest cities in Canada and even they have failed to meet the housing needs of low-income families. And it isn’t just low-income households that are struggling with this…
On September 5, 2019, a bold new housing strategy was announced at our Crew-Goetz build site. Halton Multicultural Council, Halton Women’s Place, Milton Transitional Housing…
The cost of living is defined as “the amount of money that a person needs to live”, which is a person’s ability to afford food, shelter and other essentials needed to survive. If we expand this, it is…
The law of supply and demand is strongly recognizable in the housing market, far more visible compared to most markets. Supply refers to the development of houses and the total amount of units available for buyers, whereas demand depends on…
From coast-to-coast, Canada showcases its diversity through a multitude of ethnic backgrounds. Though more prevalent in major Canadian cities (Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver), our smaller communities also see visible minorities and new immigrants. These new Canadians come from all over…
Owning a home is a dream for most, but with currently 93,000 families receiving financial aid for rent and down payments, how long must Canadian’s risk their future for housing today? There are several benefits to…
Habitat for Humanity Canada Federal Pre-Budget Recommendations 2022 Habitat for Humanity Canada August 2021 (Updated February 2022) List of Recommendations: Recommendation 1: Continue to enhance and refine investments under the National…