Canada announces funding to repair a 47-unit rental building in Dollard-des-Ormeaux

DOLLARD-DES-ORMEAUX, QC, Oct. 15, 2025 /CNW/ - Solving Canada's housing crisis requires immediate action to build up supply and bring down costs. The Government of Canada is stepping up with unprecedented investments to supercharge housing construction in Canada.  To that end, the federal government launched Build Canada Homes, a new federal agency that will build affordable housing at scale, including transitional and supportive housing, deeply affordable and community housing, and affordable homes for the Canadian middle class.

As we build a strong Canadian housing sector, purposeful collaboration will be essential. That means working together with the private and non-profit sectors to bring down costs and build homes at a scale and pace not seen in generations. These investments are also providing Canadians with increased access to affordable and sustainable housing.

The Affordable Housing Fund (AHF) provides funding through low-interest and/or forgivable loans or contributions to partnered organizations for new affordable housing and the renovation and repair of existing, affordable and community housing.

Today, the federal government announced more than $705,000 in funding to help repair a 47-unit affordable rental building in Dollard-des-Ormeaux. 

The announcement was made by Sameer Zuberi, Member of Parliament for Pierrefonds—Dollard, on behalf of the Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada, and Anne Lussier, Senior Business Development Manager for RIMKUS.

The cooperative, located at 4505 Boulevard Saint-Jean, is situated in a well-established residential neighbourhood that offers convenient access to public transit, including the 470-bus line from Côte-Vertu station, facilitating easy connections to other parts of the city. The surrounding area also features a range of local restaurants, businesses, and essential services.

Budget 2025, to be tabled next month, will build on this momentum with further measures to lower costs for builders, catalyse private capital, and double the pace of homebuilding across Canada. Budget 2025 will spend less on government operations and reduce waste, so we can invest more to grow our economy, build more homes, and make life more affordable for you.

Quotes:

"Through investments in rental housing, our government is supporting those who need it most, here in Dollard-des-Ormeaux and across the country. We are committed to strengthening communities through initiatives like this one." – The Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada

"Canadians deserve a safe and affordable place to call home. That's why we are working with the provinces and municipalities to provide quality housing in the regions that need it most. This investment renovates affordable housing for seniors in a key area of Dollard-des-Ormeaux. Our government continues to build new homes and invest in existing ones. This helps ensure affordable housing and a lower cost of living for Canadians." – Sameer Zuberi, Member of Parliament for Pierrefonds—Dollard

"This project is a perfect example of what we can achieve together when engineers, professionals, institutions, and citizens join forces around a common goal. Together, we are transforming not just buildings, but entire living environments. Together, we are building communities that are more safe, more sustainable, and more inclusive. And together, we are proving that engineering, innovation, and social commitment can go hand in hand to meet the challenges of affordable housing today and for generations to come." – Anne Lussier, Senior Business Development Manager for RIMKUS.

Quick Facts:

• As of June 2025, the federal government has committed $69.62 billion to support the creation of over 170,700 units and the repair of over 322,300 units. These measures prioritize those in greatest need, including seniors, Indigenous Peoples, people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, and women and children fleeing violence.
• The Affordable Housing Fund (AHF) provides funding through low-interest and/or forgivable loans or contributions to partnered organizations for new affordable housing and the renovation and repair of existing, affordable and community housing. This is a $16.1 billion program that gives priority to projects that help people who need it most, including women and children fleeing family violence, seniors, Indigenous Peoples, people living with disabilities, those with mental health or addiction issues, Veterans, and young adults.
  • As of June 2025, the Government of Canada has committed $12.91 billion to support the creation of over 50,300 units and the repair of over 174,600 units through the Affordable Housing Fund.
  • A dedicated $50 million stream under the National Housing Co-Investment Fund (now AHF) was dedicated to support Black-led organizations to build housing, as well as more affordable housing for Black renter households.
  • On September 19, 2025, the Government of Canada announced $1.5 billion top-up in loans for the Affordable Housing Fund's New Construction Stream, to support the creation of over 5,000 new units starting in 2025-26. Additionally, the Affordable Housing Fund's Rapid Housing Sub-Stream will be accelerated, by pulling $385 million in funding from future years.
• The federal government also recently released 50 downloadable technical design packages for the Housing Design Catalogue, featuring standardized housing designs for rowhouses, fourplexes, sixplexes and accessory dwelling units across the country. These designs for gentle density help builders and communities reduce the time and cost of developing construction plans, helping to accelerate approvals and construction starts. It will make it easier to add new housing options in established neighbourhoods and prioritizes wood-frame construction that supports local jobs and grows our economy. 

Additional Information:

• Visit canada.ca/housing for the most-requested Government of Canada housing information. 
• CMHC plays a critical role as a national facilitator to promote stability and sustainability in Canada's housing finance system. Our mortgage insurance products support access to homeownership and the creation and maintenance of rental supply. We also actively support the Government of Canada in delivering on its commitment to make housing more affordable. Our research and data help inform housing policy. By facilitating cooperation between all levels of government, private and non-profit sectors, we contribute to advancing housing affordability, equity, and climate compatibility. Follow us on X, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram. 

SOURCE Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)