The Governments of Canada and Ontario have announced nearly $2.9 million in combined funding through the Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative (OPHI) and the Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative (COCHI) to build 30 new affordable units in Whitby.
Located at 409 Centre Street South, the project is designed to repurpose an aging two-storey property that has reached the end of its useful life into a new three-storey building for seniors. Once complete in spring 2027, it will offer 14 affordable units and 16 rent-geared-to-income (RGI) units for seniors, of which 28 will be barrier-free.
Conveniently located near downtown Whitby, residents will have easy access to shops, community services, healthcare services, and public transit.
Funding provided for 409 Centre Street South is as follows:
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- $2,200,000 from the Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative to help build 16 units.
- $694,745 from the Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative to help build 14 units.
- $7,341,255 from the Regional Municipality of Durham.
“Expanding affordable housing requires all levels of government working together, and today’s announcement is a great example of that partnership in action. These 30 new affordable homes will provide seniors with safe, accessible housing close to transit, healthcare, and community services, helping them remain active and connected. As Whitby continues to grow, increasing the supply of affordable housing for residents at every stage of life remains one of our top priorities, and we’re grateful to our federal and provincial partners for investing in our community,” said Mayor Elizabeth Roy.