SAINTE-GENEVIÈVE-DE-BATISCAN, QC, May 24, 2024
/CNW/ - Today, the governments of Canada and Quebec and the Municipality of
Sainte-Geneviève-de-Batiscan marked the progress of a 12-unit
social and affordable housing project in
Sainte-Geneviève-de-Batiscan for
people living with intellectual disabilities. This initiative,
spearheaded by the organization Hébergement adapté et supervisé des
Chenaux, represents a total investment of more than $5.9 million.
The event was attended by the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation,
Science and Industry and Member of Parliament for
Saint-Maurice–Champlain; Sonia
LeBel, Member of the National Assembly for Champlain, on behalf of France-Élaine Duranceau, Quebec Minister Responsible for Housing;
Christian Gendron, Mayor of
Sainte-Geneviève-de-Batiscan; and
Manon Germain and Cindy Champagne, respectively President and
Coordinator of Hébergement adapté et supervisé
des Chenaux.
The Government of Canada has
allocated nearly $3.2 million to
this project through the second Canada-Quebec Rapid Housing
Initiative Agreement. The Government of Quebec is adding a total contribution of
nearly $2.5 million, including
more than $1.3 million from
the Société d'habitation du Québec (SHQ), which is also
guaranteeing the mortgage obtained by Hébergement adapté et
supervisé des Chenaux.
The Municipality of Sainte-Geneviève-de-Batiscan is granting a 25-year tax credit to
support the completion of this housing project.
Quotes:
"The federal government will continue to work hard toward
ensuring that everyone in Quebec
and across Canada has a safe and
stable place to call home. We're quickly providing new affordable
housing to those who need it most across the country, thanks to
programs like the second Canada-Quebec Rapid Housing Initiative
Agreement and collaboration from all levels of
government."
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing,
Infrastructure and Communities
"We can now count on several financial levers to accelerate
housing construction in Quebec.
Together with our partners, we want to quickly use the available
funds so that more Quebecers can enjoy a quality living
environment. This project demonstrates yet again how important our
investments are in the creation of social and affordable housing in
all regions of Quebec and for all
people with special needs."
France-Élaine Duranceau,
Quebec Minister Responsible for
Housing
"Everyone deserves to live in a safe place where they can
thrive. The Government of Canada
is proud to contribute to the creation of Hébergement adapté et
supervisé des Chenaux. The 12 housing units under construction
are intended for the Sainte-Geneviève-de-Batiscan residents who need them most.
Together, we're building a community that leaves no one behind, a
community we can be proud to call home and that gives everyone a
fair chance."
The Honourable François-Philippe
Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry and
Member of Parliament for Saint-Maurice–Champlain
"I would like to thank all those who are helping to complete
this inspiring project that will enable people with intellectual
disabilities to enjoy a new living environment in
Sainte-Geneviève-de-Batiscan. The
outcome of these joint efforts by many partners will ensure that
these individuals benefit from a healthy, affordable, safe and
supervised environment."
Sonia LeBel, Quebec Minister
Responsible for Government Administration, Chair of the Conseil du
trésor and Member of the National Assembly for Champlain
"I share the pride of the teams involved, especially during
this, the 36th annual Quebec Intellectual Disability Week, in
finally seeing this wonderful project come to fruition. It will
provide stability and support for adults with an intellectual or
physical disability or an autism spectrum disorder. Everything has
been designed to meet the needs and expectations of those who will
live here. Thank you to all the partners who joined forces to help
celebrate the diversity and vitality of those who live with
disabilities or are on the autism spectrum. Supporting their
autonomy and the realization of their full potential, while
respecting their ways of being and lifestyles, is a goal that we
all share."
Lionel Carmant, Quebec
Minister Responsible for Social Services
"This new building will meet the housing needs of a specific
clientele, who will find the security and stability they need in
order to thrive. We are also preserving the architecture of the
building, which is located in the centre of the village. We
couldn't be happier with this project."
Christian Gendron, Mayor of
Sainte-Geneviève-de-Batiscan
"This is a great day for 12 families in the Les Chenaux
RCM. The facility will reassure families that their loved ones will
be safe and well cared for. It will provide residents with an
opportunity to thrive, develop autonomy and have a home of their
own."
Cindy Champagne, Coordinator,
Hébergement adapté et supervisé des Chenaux
Highlights:
- All future tenants could potentially benefit from the Société
d'habitation du Québec's (SHQ) Rent Supplement Program, ensuring
that they spend just 25% of their income on housing. This
additional assistance of $550,720
over five years is covered by the SHQ (90%) and the Municipality of
Sainte-Geneviève-de-Batiscan
(10%).
- This project also received $300,000 in funding from the Soutien au
rayonnement des régions component of the Fonds régions et ruralité,
a program of the Ministère des Affaires municipales et de
l'Habitation.
- Tenants will benefit from services funded by an annual
contribution of $180,000 from the
Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux.
About the Société d'habitation du
Québec
As a leader in housing, the SHQ's mission is to meet the housing
needs of Quebecers through its expertise and services to citizens.
It does this by providing affordable and low-rental housing and
offering a range of assistance programs to support the
construction, renovation and adaptation of homes, and access to
homeownership.
To find out more about its activities, visit
www.habitation.gouv.qc.ca/english.
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