Work is expected to begin in September on major exterior renovations to the 15-unit Cochrane Manor seniors apartment building in St. John’s. Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) recently awarded the tender, valued at $469,000 to Newfound Roofing Ltd.
“The current renovation investment will ensure the continued availability and comfort of this historic St. John’s property. Once a hotel, Cochrane Manor now provides safe, accessible and affordable homes for seniors in greatest need. ”
– The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister Responsible for the Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
The work will include roofing, siding, windows and exterior door replacements along with ventilation and electrical system upgrades. The property will also receive various site improvements, including a new wheelchair ramp at the rear entrance. The anticipated completion date for the project is April 2016.
“We recognize providing quality housing at affordable rates can contribute significantly to a person’s overall well-being. Projects such as this enable seniors to continue living independent, active lives in their own communities where they have the support of family and friends.”
– John Ottenheimer, Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
Budget 2015 provides $10 million to NLHC to upgrade 450 social housing units throughout the province.
“Investment in seniors’ housing is a positive step toward meeting the needs of our aging population. The Provincial Advisory Council on Aging and Seniors fully supports the Provincial Government and Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation in developing policies and programs which directly benefit seniors in this province.”
– Leo Bonnell, Chair, Provincial Advisory Council on Aging and Seniors
Since 2007, close to 77 per cent of Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation units province-wide have received upgrades. For more information on NLHC programs and services, see: www.nlhc.nl.ca/programs/programs.html
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Media contacts:
| Heather May Director of Communications Department of Seniors, Wellness and Social Development 709-729-0928 heathermay@gov.nl.ca |
Jenny Bowring Communications Manager Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation 709-724-3055 jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca |
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) has awarded Norvaco Construction three contracts valued at $161,000 to renovate and upgrade four social housing homes in three communities on the province’s south coast.
“Improving the quality of social rental housing accommodations has been a priority of our government for many years, and investments such as this emphasize our commitment to building stronger homes and communities for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.”
– The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister Responsible for the Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
The four dwellings are located in Belleoram, Milltown and St. Jacques. The work will include roofing, siding, windows and exterior door replacements along with ventilation and electrical system upgrades. The properties will also receive various site improvements.
“With over 5,500 units in our portfolio, Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is the largest landlord in the province, and we understand the importance of modernizing and improving social housing to ensure it continues to be available for the future.”
– John Ottenheimer, Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
The anticipated completion date for these projects is fall 2015.
“The work will ensure that these four social housing homes continue to provide safe and affordable housing options for low-income families living on the south coast.”
– Tracey Perry, MHA for Fortune Bay-Cape La Hune
Budget 2015 provides $10 million to NLHC to upgrade 450 social housing units throughout the province. Since 2007, close to 77 per cent of Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation units province-wide have received upgrades. For more information on NLHC programs and services, visit: www.nlhc.nl.ca/programs/programs.html
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Media contacts:
| Heather May Director of Communications Department of Seniors, Wellness and Social Development 709-729-0928 heathermay@gov.nl.ca |
Jenny Bowring Communications Manager Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation 709-724-3055 jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca |
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Linda J. Walsh Communications Manager Government Members Office 709-729-0898, 691-2960 lindajwalsh@gov.nl.ca |
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) is investing $106,000 to renovate two social housing properties on New Pennywell Road in St. John’s. The contract was recently awarded to Eastern Siding Systems Ltd.
“Over the past eight years, modernization and improvement work has made a visible difference to our social housing properties and improved living environments for our tenants. Most importantly it has helped to create stronger, healthier neighbourhoods where people are proud to live.”
– The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister Responsible for the Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
The duplex building will receive roofing, siding, window and door replacements, along with electrical upgrades and some site work. The anticipated completion date for the project is September 2015.
“I’m delighted to see all the renovation work that is being carried out on our public housing properties, and we continually hear from tenants who are very pleased with the enhanced comfort these improvements bring to their homes.”
– John Ottenheimer, Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
Budget 2015 provides $10 million to NLHC to upgrade 450 social housing units throughout the province. Since 2007, close to 77 per cent of Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation units province-wide have received upgrades. For more information on NLHC programs and services, visit: www.nlhc.nf.ca/programs/programs.html .
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Media contacts:
| Heather May Director of Communications Department of Seniors, Wellness and Social Development 709-729-0928, 697-5061 heathermay@gov.nl.ca |
Jenny Bowring Communications Manager Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation 709-724-3055 jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca |
Modernization and improvements are underway on 10 Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) homes on Topsail Road in Mount Pearl. G.S. Hunt Enterprises Ltd. was awarded a $417,000 contract to undertake interior and exterior renovations on the social housing properties.
“Finding and accessing quality affordable housing is a challenge for many individuals and families with low income. Continued investment and upgrading in our social rental housing directly improves quality of life and helps create stronger, healthier neighbourhoods and communities.”
– The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister Responsible for the Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
The 10 units are contained in one building which will receive new roofing, siding, windows, doors, ventilation and electrical upgrades, along with the installation of heat recovery ventilation systems (HRVs) and exhaust fans. The property will also receive various site improvements. The anticipated completion date is April 2016.
“I am pleased to see this contract awarded and the work started. The significant upgrades being undertaken on these 10 social housing homes is just one indication of how our government, through Newfoundland and Labrador Housing, is helping people with low incomes to live in comfortable home environments.”
– The Honourable Steve Kent, MHA for Mount Pearl North
Budget 2015 provides $10 million to NLHC to upgrade 450 social housing units throughout the province. Since 2007, close to 77 per cent of Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation units province-wide have received upgrades.
“This work demonstrates Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation’s commitment to and awareness of the needs of individuals and families with lower incomes. Upgrades such as these enhance the social housing portfolio, ensuring that we will continue to have safe and affordable housing options to offer those in greatest need long into the future.”
– John Ottenheimer, Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
NLHC is the province’s largest landlord, with 5,584 affordable rental units province-wide. For more information NLHC programs and services, see: www.nlhc.nl.ca/programs/programs.html .
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Media contacts:
| Heather May Director of Communications Department of Seniors, Wellness and Social Development 709-729-0928, 697-5061 heathermay@gov.nl.ca |
Dwayne Legge Executive Assistant to the Honourable Steve Kent MHA for Mount Pearl North 709-729-2074 dwaynelegge@gov.nl.ca |
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Jenny Bowring Communications Manager Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation 709-724-3055 jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca |