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    Itinérance: Mobilisation contre un projet de logements dans le Quartier chinois

    Olivier Robichaud November 20, 2025 5 min read
    Journal Metro
    Itinérance: Mobilisation contre un projet de logements dans le Quartier chinois
    AI Article Summary

    Residents of Montreal's Chinatown oppose a housing project for the homeless proposed by the Old Brewery Mission, fearing negative impacts on safety and cleanliness. The project involves the former Davis and Sons cigar factory and plans to offer 60 units for vulnerable individuals aged 50 and over. While the Mission argues that the housing will enhance community coexistence, the debate splits the local community and draws municipal government attention.

    What This Means for Canadian Contractors

    This project highlights how community concerns can impact housing construction projects for vulnerable populations. For Quebec builders, it means that thorough community consultations may be essential for project acceptance and that proper planning is necessary to secure government funding and overcome potential opposition.

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