Articles tagged with "Residential Building"

A study by the Observatoire québécois des inégalités, alongside several public health departments, reveals that the housing crisis in Quebec costs the economy 4.2 billion dollars. Titled 'The Collective Cost of the Housing Crisis in Quebec,' the report presents alarming findings that demand attention. The housing crisis affects not only the economy but also various facets of social and community life.

The CHAPITRE Bois-Franc project in Montreal officially started with a groundbreaking ceremony on September 15. Spearheaded by MONTONI, this residential project represents a $100 million investment. The 13-story building will feature over 300 rental units and aims to achieve LEED Gold and BCZ environmental certifications. It is conveniently located near the Bois-Franc station of the REM.

A 100-unit affordable housing building for independent seniors will be constructed in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield through a partnership involving Quebec, Canada, the City, and Mission Unitaînés. The project is funded with CAD 22.5 million from provincial and federal governments, plus a CAD 500,000 philanthropic donation. Scheduled to open in spring 2027, the building will be managed by the Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Municipal Housing Office, as part of ongoing efforts to increase affordable housing for low-income seniors.

Groupe HD, based in Montreal, is expanding into the private seniors housing sector after focusing on condominium and multi-family rental projects for the past five years. The company has five projects in the planning stages and plans to partner with experienced operators in the seniors residence sector to manage these new communities. The move is part of a strategy to address a growing need for quality seniors housing. Their collaboration on a large Montreal apartment complex with Fondaction highlights this commitment.

With the blue line metro extension underway, real estate development is accelerating in Anjou with 2500 housing units planned but few social housing options announced. Discussions are ongoing between the city and developers to include social housing units despite initial plans indicating otherwise. Financial agreements have been reached to support social housing, and other avenues are being considered, such as using the Règlement pour une métropole mixte to encourage inclusivity.

MONTONI will develop a redevelopment plan for the Expo Park in Trois-Rivières. The city aims to create a pedestrian village with high-density residential buildings, shops, tourist attractions, and relaxation areas. The project plan is expected to be submitted by August 2026.

The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) reported a 1.1% increase in national home sales for August, marking the best August since 2021. Significant sales activity was observed in Montreal and Ottawa, with both regions experiencing over a 12% annual increase in transactions. The housing market edged towards a sellers' market with a slight 2.6% increase in new supply and a decrease in the sales-to-new listings ratio to 51.2%. The national average home price also rose by 1.8% year-over-year, despite a slight month-over-month price index drop.

Ottawa is investing $130 million to initiate infrastructure work on the former Montreal racetrack site, paving the way for housing development. The first phase includes building water supply networks and 2,250 homes. The project aims for a total of 20,000 homes, half of which will be affordable. Construction should begin this spring, with no further delays expected.

The Longue-Rive project in Longueuil is one of six Canadian sites where 4,000 prefabricated homes will be built, spearheaded by Maisons Canada to quickly provide affordable housing. Prime Minister Mark Carney has promised $6 billion to support this initiative despite criticisms of increasing bureaucracy. Pierre Poilievre suggests alternative measures to boost construction, including removing certain taxes.

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the formation of Maisons Canada with $13 billion for building affordable housing, despite some criticisms. However, projects in Longueuil, like 'Un toit pour tous,' are at risk due to insufficient federal funds. Longueuil's mayor, Catherine Fournier, voiced concerns about the viability of these ongoing projects. Maisons Canada will use federal lands to build 4,000 prefabricated homes across Canada, including in Longueuil.

Protesters gathered in four cities in Quebec to denounce the housing crisis and high rent costs, organized by the Quebec Tenants' Rights Group. They are urging the government to reject a regulatory proposal that would change rent increase calculations. The group seeks to engage with the new Minister of Housing to discuss demands, including a cap on annual rent increases and the creation of a public rent registry. Their aim is to prioritize tenant concerns in policy decisions.

ABB Installation Products has launched the Microlectric EM Series EV energy management system to facilitate residential electric vehicle charging by optimizing power distribution. This system allows for scalable application across various residential settings and integrates with existing electrical infrastructures ranging from 60 A to 200 A. It helps to prevent system overloads by balancing power demand and can also manage other non-essential electrical loads. The product is manufactured in Canada at facilities in Quebec and Calgary.