Federal government supports the construction and renovation of 270 housing units in Montréal

Government of Canada

MONTRÉAL, Oct. 26, 2026 /CNW/ -- Far too many people in Canada are struggling to find homes they can afford. Solving Canada's housing crisis requires immediate action to bring down costs, cut red tape and build homes more quickly. We are focused on creating neighbourhoods where Canadians want to live and can afford to live.

Central to that work, the Government of Canada launched Build Canada Homes, which helps increase the pace of affordable homebuilding. Build Canada Homes also helps fight homelessness by building transitional and supportive housing--working with provinces, territories, municipalities and Indigenous communities. It builds deeply affordable housing and community housing for low-income households, and it partners with private market developers to build affordable homes for the Canadian middle class.

As part of the Government of Canada's overall efforts to tackle the housing crisis, investments are being made across the entire housing continuum to meet the needs of communities nationwide.

Today, the federal government announced an investment of more than $17 million to support the construction and renovation of 270 housing units in Montréal across four separate projects.

The announcement was made at the site of the Loggia Beaubien project, a 47-unit affordable housing project in the borough of Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie. Designed for families and small households, the project will contribute to greater socioeconomic diversity. In addition, six units will be reserved for independent individuals with physical or intellectual disabilities.

Among the other projects receiving support, the Coopérative d'habitation Le Retour à l'école is nearing completion of a major renovation of its heritage building, originally built in 1929. The project includes the restoration of the building envelope, window replacement, bathroom renovations, as well as upgrades to the electrical, plumbing and ventilation systems and the elevator.

Repairs are also planned at Coteau Vert housing co-operative, targeting 95 units. This cooperative brings houses some 300 residents between the ages of 6 months old to 75 years old and stands out for its commitment to community life, family and environmental protection.

Lastly, SHAPEM's Habitations du Trentenaire will also benefit from this investment. The project includes four residential buildings totalling 90 units in the borough of Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, addressing the pressing housing needs of low-income and very low-income households in the area.

The announcement was made by Caroline Desrochers, Member of Parliament for Trois-Rivières and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, on behalf of the Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada.

The Government of Canada is making housing investments that will help strengthen Canadian supply chains and create good jobs at every step of the homebuilding process--helping to build more homes and a stronger Canadian economy at the same time.

Quotes:

"Our government is committed to helping communities strengthen their capacity to develop local solutions to housing needs and to homelessness. These housing projects will provide more safe and affordable housing for some of Montréal's most vulnerable residents. It's also another step toward building an economy that works for everyone." – Caroline Desrochers, Member of Parliament for Trois-Rivières and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure

"Seeing the Loggia Beaubien project progressing so quickly is a tremendous source of pride, and the federal government's support through the Affordable Housing Fund is crucial to its success. When the work is done in 2027, this new building will provide quality, accessible homes for 47 families and small households in the neighbourhood, including six units specifically for people living with intellectual disabilities, thanks to our close collaboration with the Montréal Association for the Intellectiually Handicapped. This investment will help us to create a deeply supportive living environment, where each tenant can thrive with dignity in their community." – Catherine Boucher, Executive Director, Habitations communautaires Loggia

"The Bâtir son quartier team is very proud to support Habitations communautaires Loggia in developing their real estate projects. The announcement of the federal government's contribution to the Loggia Beaubien project recognizes the organization's remarkable vision and determination. We applaud the commitment of Habitations communautaires Loggia, its partners and funders, who are working together to create quality and inclusive living environments rooted in their communities." – Edith Cyr, General Manager, Bâtir son quartier

Quick facts:

• The Affordable Housing Fund (AHF) has provided funding through low-interest and/or forgivable loans or contributions to partner organizations for new affordable housing and the renovation and repair of existing affordable and community housing. The AHF was a $16.1-billion National Housing Strategy program that prioritized housing projects for those who need them most: women and children fleeing family violence, seniors, Indigenous people, people with disabilities, those with mental health or addiction issues, veterans and young adults. The AHF is now closed to new applications, as all available funds have been committed.
  • As of June 2026, the federal government had committed $15.83 billion to support the creation of over 61,922 units and the repair of over 173,5600 units through the AHF.  
  • On September 19, 2025, the Government of Canada announced a top-up of $1.5 billion in loans for the New Construction Stream of the AHF to support the construction of more than 5,000 housing units starting in 2025–2026. In addition, the Rapid Housing Sub-Stream of the AHF will be expanded by pulling $385 million in funding from future years.  
• Funding provided for Loggia Beaubien is as follows:
  • $11 million from the federal government through the Affordable Housing Fund (AHF).
• Funding provided for Coteau vert is as follows:
  • $1.42 million from the federal government through the Affordable Housing Fund (AHF).
  • $500,000 in financial contributions from the Coopérative d'habitation le Coteau Vert.
• The funding provided for the Coopérative d'habitation Le Retour à l'école is as follows:
  • $3.6 million from the federal government through the Affordable Housing Fund (AHF).
  • $423,086 from the Coopérative d'habitation Le Retour à l'école;

Funding provided for SHAPEM's Habitations du Trentenaire is as follows:

• $1.3 million from the federal government through the Affordable Housing Fund (AHF).

Additional information:

• Visit canada.ca/housing for the most-requested Government of Canada housing information.
• Build Canada Homes is ready to partner with organizations committed to increasing the supply of affordable housing across Canada. Learn more about the portal and the Investment Policy Framework.
• CMHC plays a critical role as a national facilitator to promote stability and sustainability in Canada's housing finance system. CMHC's mortgage insurance products support access to homeownership and the creation and maintenance of rental supply. CMHC research and data help inform housing policy. By facilitating cooperation between all levels of government and the private and non-profit sectors, CMHC contributes to advancing housing affordability, equity and climate compatibility. CMHC actively supports the Government of Canada in delivering on its commitment to make housing more affordable.
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About Habitations communautaires Loggia

• Created through joint efforts by key stakeholders in the Rosemont neighbourhood in Montréal, Habitations communautaires Loggia is an organization that has deep roots in its community. Its primary goal is to provide quality, affordable housing for neighbourhood residents. The organization currently manages a housing stock of 308 units in Montréal. To look after the well-being of tenants and manage these living environments, Loggia leverages a dedicated team as well as a network of partners who are core to achieving its goal. The organization stands out for its active community approach, where residents' involvement is core to its day-to-day operations.

SOURCE Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)