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Build Canada Homes Launches $1.5 Billion Fund for Affordable Housing Acquisition

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 22
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Build Canada Homes announced the launch of a $1.5-billion program aimed at increasing the supply of affordable housing in Canada. This fund, part of the Canada Rental Protection Fund established in 2024, opens applications for community housing providers. The program assists in acquiring and preserving affordable rental properties that are considered 'at-risk.'

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The initiative is designed to protect affordable homes from being purchased by private owners who might seek higher rents, or from being lost through redevelopment or conversion. The program is intended to provide a direct and sustainable approach to maintaining affordable housing units.

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Who's involved

  • Build Canada HomesFederal Crown corporation tasked with increasing the supply of affordable housing across Canada.
  • Government of CanadaFederal government of Canada establishing the housing policy framework.

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