Four Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) affordable housing units in Deer Lake will be renovated as the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador continues to invest in social housing throughout the province.
“As we continue to advance the NLHC annual modernization and improvement program, more of our social housing units in communities around Newfoundland and Labrador receive enhancements that will maintain them for the long term,” said the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for NLHC. “This government is committed to maintaining affordable housing that meets the needs of people with low incomes, and the upgrades made through this investment will ensure the continuation of quality affordable housing for families in Deer Lake.”
Renovations will be completed through an investment of $190,000. A contract has been awarded to EJB Contracting Ltd. to carry out the work. The renovations include siding, window, door and roofing replacements, and the installation of new ventilation systems. The anticipated completion date for this project is December 2012.
A Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, released by the Provincial Government in August 2009, outlines a 10-year vision for social housing. It is aimed at improving the housing circumstances of low-income households and helping create healthier communities. Budget 2012: People and Prosperity allocated $25.9 million for social housing infrastructure, including $10.4 million for maintenance and $12 million for renovations and improvements.
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is the province’s largest landlord with approximately 5,573 non-profit social housing dwellings province-wide.
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Media contacts:
Jason Card
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015
jasoncard@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Manager, Communications
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) has awarded contracts valued at more than $103,000 to renovate nine affordable housing units in three communities in central Newfoundland.
“These renovations build upon the significant modernization and improvement work completed to date, which is helping to maintain and improve our social housing in the central region,” said the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for NLHC. “These current improvements will help ensure a continued supply of quality affordable housing options throughout the province.”
J & J Enterprises Ltd. was awarded a contract valued at $48,000 to renovate one unit in La Scie. The work includes siding, window, door, and roofing replacement, as well as new insulation for improved energy efficiency. These types of building renovation projects support the commitments in the Provincial Government action plans focused on climate change and energy efficiency approaches. New bathroom fixtures, steps, decks, and ramp repairs are also included in the project.
One affordable housing unit in Beachside, Notre Dame Bay, will also undergo renovations which include roofing, siding, window, and door replacements. New insulation, plumbing and fixtures will also be installed. Norseman Contractors Inc. has been awarded a $24,000 contract to complete this work.
“Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation’s renovation work has become an essential part of this government’s commitment to social housing,” said Kevin Pollard, MHA for Baie Verte-Springdale. “These projects will enhance these properties, which is important for both for tenants and the neighbourhoods.”
In Grand Falls-Windsor, J & J Enterprises Ltd. was awarded a contract valued at $31,000 to upgrade seven units. Renovations include new walkways, driveways and decks, and ramp repairs.
“Our government is dedicated to providing social housing that meets the needs of people with low incomes,” said Ray Hunter, MHA for Grand Falls-Windsor-Green Bay South. “These current renovations will help enhance these affordable homes so they can continue to provide comfortable housing options for tenants for the long term.”
Work in these three communities is scheduled to be completed this fall.
A Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, released by the Provincial Government in August 2009, outlines a 10-year vision for social housing. It is aimed at improving the housing circumstances of low-income households and helping create healthier communities. Budget 2012: People and Prosperity allocated $25.9 million for social housing infrastructure, including $10.4 million for maintenance and $12 million for renovations and improvements.
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is the province’s largest landlord with approximately 5,573 non-profit social housing dwellings province wide.
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Media contacts:
Jason Card
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015
jasoncard@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Manager, Communications
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl
Tess Burke
Communications
Government Members’ Office
709-729-3551
tessburke@gov.nl.ca
The Government and Newfoundland and Labrador continues to invest in affordable housing as Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) awards contracts valued at $124,000 to renovate social housing units on Bell Island.
“As part of our annual modernization and improvement program, hundreds of affordable housing units are being renovated in communities across the province this year,” said the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for NLHC. “Providing modern and affordable social housing is a key to ensuring the well-being of people with low incomes, and we are making significant progress.”
Ken Mar Ltd. has been awarded a contract valued at $75,000 to renovate two units while G.S. Hunt was awarded a contract valued at $49,000 to renovate two units. Renovations for both projects include siding, window, roofing, exterior door, and ventilation system replacements, for improved energy efficiency. These types of building renovation projects support the commitments in the Provincial Government’s action plans focused on climate change and energy efficiency approaches. Repairs to steps, decks and ramps will also be completed.
“This new work is among several social housing renovations and improvement projects underway on Bell Island this summer,” said David Brazil, MHA for Conception Bay East-Bell Island. “I am pleased to see this investment in maintaining affordable homes for families and individuals with low incomes in our community.”
A Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, released by the Provincial Government in August 2009, outlines a 10-year vision for social housing. It is aimed at improving the housing circumstances of low-income households and helping create healthier communities. Budget 2012: People and Prosperity allocated $25.9 million for social housing infrastructure, including $10.4 million for maintenance and $12 million for renovations and improvements.
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is the province’s largest landlord with approximately 5,573 non-profit social housing dwellings province wide.
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Media contacts:
Jason Card
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015
jasoncard@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Manager, Communications
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca
Tess Burke
Communications
Government Members’ Office
709-729-3551
tessburke@gov.nl.ca
Dozens of Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) affordable units in St. John’s and Mount Pearl will see fresh paint this summer as Eastern Siding Systems Ltd. completes a contract valued at $73,000 to paint the exterior of 48 housing units.
“The Provincial Government is committed to maintaining our social housing units for the long term,” said the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for NHLC. “Across the province, NLHC and its partners have made significant progress modernizing and improving social housing, and this exterior painting project in the capital city region will help advance the ongoing maintenance of these homes.”
The St. John’s units are located on Livingstone Street, Regatta Terrace, Hamilton Avenue, Feild Street, Beaumont Street, Cabot Street, and Chalker Place.
“I am pleased with the work that is being accomplished by Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation,” said Tom Osborne, MHA for St. John’s South. “All renovations and improvements completed through the annual modification and improvement program, including exterior painting projects such as this, are vital to ensuring these affordable homes will continue to be available in our communities.”
Work will also take place on Farrell Drive in Mount Pearl.
“Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is making great progress with enhancing its affordable housing units, and this painting project will do much to revitalize the units in this neighbourhood,” said Steve Kent, MHA for Mount Pearl North.
A Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, released by the Provincial Government in August 2009, outlines a 10-year vision for social housing. It is aimed at improving the housing circumstances of low-income households and helping create healthier communities. Budget 2012: People and Prosperity allocated $25.9 million for social housing infrastructure, including $10.4 million for maintenance and $12 million for renovations and improvements.
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is the province’s largest landlord with approximately 5,573 non-profit social housing dwellings province-wide.
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Media contacts:
Jason Card
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015
jasoncard@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Manager, Communications
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca
Tess Burke
Communications
Government Members’ Office
709-729-3551
tessburke@gov.nl.ca