Ontario Construction News staff writer
York Region is accepting applications to the Community Housing Supply Grant Program from non-profit and cooperative housing organizations ready to build new affordable housing units. All applications must be received by July 18.
The Region will consider funding for:
- New construction
- Conversion of non-residential buildings to community housing
- Additions or extensions to an existing community housing building
- Community housing redevelopment resulting in an increased supply of units
As housing affordability challenges continue to impact residents, York Region is committed to exploring innovative, locally driven solutions to provide new homes to households in need. Part of this commitment includes continued investment in the Community Housing Supply Grant Program to provide capital funding to community partners to support the construction of affordable housing.
Following a successful pilot in 2023, financial support for the Community Housing Supply Grant Program was extended with up to $14.5 million in funding made available in 2025.
Projects must have a minimum of 10 affordable units that will remain affordable over 20 years. Successful projects must begin construction within 120 days of signing an agreement with the Region.
For more information, visit york.ca/HousingSupplyGrant.
