Windsor housing affordability crisis deepens in Ontario
Windsor faces Ontario's housing affordability crisis as costs outpace incomes. New study reveals staggering financial barriers for families seeking homeownership across the province.
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Essex County Municipalities Release 2026 Draft Budgets
Essex County, Kingsville, and Lakeshore have unveiled their 2026 draft budgets, featuring tax increases and infrastructure investments. LaSalle's new multi-use Loop trail opens Friday.
10 Affordable Housing Projects for Edmonton Schools
Edmonton greenlights 10 affordable housing projects on surplus school grounds, creating over 1,300 units with federal funding support. Discover how this initiative addresses housing needs.
Halifax Housing Summit Calls for Major Reforms
The first-of-its-kind From Barriers to Blueprints housing conference in Halifax identified the need for numerous systemic changes to address Canada's housing crisis. Read the key findings.
Montreal developers pledge 2,500 social housing units
Major Montreal developers commit to building 2,500 social housing units at no profit in a significant move to fight the city's homelessness crisis. Learn more about this initiative.
Calgary Housing Foundation Launches Winter Campaign
The Calgary Affordable Housing Foundation launches a winter fundraising campaign to support vulnerable residents facing long waitlists and housing insecurity. Donate now to help.
Dunlop checks $380K emergency gear in Parry Sound–Muskoka
Ontario's Minister of Emergency Preparedness Jill Dunlop visited Huntsville to inspect equipment purchased through a $380,000 provincial grant, enhancing community safety and disaster response capabilities.
Winnipeg-Kenora housing crisis: 1,600 units short
The Winnipeg-Kenora region faces a severe housing deficit exceeding 1,600 units amid soaring rental costs and rising homelessness. Learn how this crisis is impacting communities.
Calgary Housing Waitlists Jump 54% Since 2024
New report reveals dramatic 54% increase in Calgary affordable housing waitlists since 2024. Learn about the growing crisis and its impact on vulnerable residents.
New Fund Proposed for Ontario Affordable Housing Crisis
Ontario housing leaders propose a revolving fund to provide low-interest loans for affordable rental development, aiming to solve the province's housing shortage.
OMHA investigates youth hockey coaches confrontation
The Ontario Minor Hockey Association is investigating an on-ice confrontation between coaches from Riverside Rangers and Belle River Canadiens U13 teams following a game in Lakeshore.
Girls Hockey Team Drives $400K Cancer Research Boost
The U11 Lakeshore Lightning girls hockey team's inspiring efforts have led to a major $400,000 investment for cancer research, showcasing community power.
Lakeshore Withdraws Oakwood Park Development Proposal
Lakeshore council has unanimously withdrawn the contentious proposal to build townhouses in Oakwood Park following strong community opposition. Discover how residents shaped this decision.
Lakeshore proposes 4% tax increase in 2026 budget
Lakeshore residents face a 4% property tax increase under the 2026 draft budget. Learn how this affects municipal services and community funding in Ontario.
Essex Council pushes housing safety subsidy plan
Essex Council addresses affordable housing crisis with new subsidy proposal. Learn how the task force aims to improve housing safety standards in the community.
Windsor Non-Profit Enhanced by 2023 Grant
Community Living Essex County says it is better prepared to serve its clients thanks to a 2023 grant. Learn how this funding is making a difference in Windsor.
Edmonton's Plan to Fast-Track Infill Housing
Edmonton launches a new initiative to speed up infill housing approvals with pre-approved designs, cutting wait times from months to weeks to meet City Plan goals.
Lakeshore cancels EOI for Oakwood Park development
The Municipality of Lakeshore is set to cancel the Expression of Interest process for Oakwood Park. Learn about the decision and its implications for the community.
Windsor meeting shut down over Oakwood Park backlash
Residents opposed to Oakwood Park redevelopment disrupted Lakeshore Horizons meeting in Windsor. Learn about the community backlash and what happens next.
Alberta's $7M sports grant funds recreation projects
Alberta's $7 million Active Communities Initiative is funding recreation projects across the province, including Canada's largest pickleball facility in Spruce Grove and Edmonton rink upgrades.
355 Affordable Homes Coming to North Edmonton
The City of Ottawa announces 355 accelerated affordable housing units in north Edmonton to address housing crisis. Federal investment aims to create homes for vulnerable Canadians.
USDA targeted grants using 'diversity' and 'climate' terms
The USDA searched for terms like 'diversity' and 'climate modelling' to identify grants for cancellation, according to recent reports. Learn how this targeting affected research funding.
Budget housing promises insufficient: advocates
Canadian housing advocates say federal budget measures won't solve affordability and supply crises. Learn why experts demand stronger action on housing.
Calgary Office Tower Converted to 204 Affordable Homes
Federal and municipal funding transforms vacant Calgary office building into 204 affordable housing units with support services. Project completion expected fall 2026.
120 new modular rental units coming to Saskatoon
Saskatoon addresses its housing crisis with 120 new modular rental units, including dedicated homes for mental health support. Federal funding of $38.3 million accelerates the project.
Edmonton's $15M Student Housing Race Begins
Edmonton's new Downtown Student Housing Incentive has sparked a developer race for $15M in federal funds to build 500 affordable student units. The real construction challenge starts now.
Lakeshore responds to Oakwood Park redevelopment petition
Windsor's Lakeshore area addresses community concerns about Oakwood Park redevelopment plans following resident petition. Learn about the proposed changes and official response.
$1.7M to repair Moncton affordable seniors housing
The governments of Canada and New Brunswick announce a $1.7 million investment to repair Golden Terraces, an affordable housing complex for seniors in Moncton.
Life sentence for London murder in drug deal gone wrong
Ashley 'Big Ash' Bourget receives life sentence for the 2020 torture murder of mob associate Grant Norton, whose body was found in a plastic barrel along Thames River.
Guelph Plans Affordable Housing on City Land
The City of Guelph is moving forward with plans to develop affordable housing units on two municipal properties, addressing the growing housing crisis through strategic use of public land.
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