Toronto Opens 59 New Modular Homes for Seniors Experiencing Homelessness

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Mayor John Tory and other officials inaugurated the new facility, which will provide studio apartments, kitchen, and bathroom, along with 24/7 support services for vulnerable seniors. The 59 new homes are the result of a partnership between the federal, provincial, and municipal governments, utilizing federal capital funding through the Rapid Housing Initiative and municipal capital funding, land, and project delivery. This initiative is part of the City of Toronto's rapid response to create 3,000 new affordable and supportive housing opportunities in fewer than two years.

Key Takeaways:

  • The new modular homes at 540 Cedarvale Ave. will provide 59 studio apartments with kitchen and bathroom for single seniors exiting homelessness or with insecure housing, including 24/7 support services.
  • The project is a result of a partnership between federal, provincial, and municipal governments, combining federal capital funding through the Rapid Housing Initiative, provincial operating funding for support services, and municipal capital funding, land, and project delivery.
  • The homes are part of the City of Toronto's rapid response to create 3,000 new affordable and supportive housing opportunities in fewer than two years, as part of the 24-Month COVID-19 Housing and Homelessness Recovery Response Plan.
  • The initiative is on track to exceed targets, with over 8,000 people experiencing homelessness in Toronto, and the City aiming to deliver more than 3,600 new affordable and supportive housing opportunities.
  • The project demonstrates the value of rapid modular building methods, with on-site construction completed in 12 months, as opposed to traditional construction projects which can take up to 24 months.

Statistics:

  • 59 new modular homes will provide studio apartments for single seniors experiencing homelessness or with insecure housing.
  • Over 8,000 people are experiencing homelessness in Toronto.
  • The City of Toronto is on track to deliver 3,600 new affordable and supportive housing opportunities in 2021-2022.
  • The new homes at 540 Cedarvale Ave. were completed in 12 months, compared to traditional construction projects which can take up to 24 months.

Sources:

  • "City of Toronto Press Release: Mayor Tory unveils 59 new modular homes for seniors experiencing homelessness."