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World Habitat Day celebrated |
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Mayor David Miller has proclaimed the United Nations’ World Habitat Day in Toronto for the first time. The mayor and Councillor Giorgio Mammoliti marked the day by signing an official version of the Toronto Housing Charter.
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What's new |
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The City of Toronto has a new and comprehensive affordable housing strategy in place following a strong endorsement of the Housing Opportunities Toronto (HOT) Action Plan 2010-2020 by City Council at its August 2009 meeting.
Provincial housing consultations
Share your vision and ideas. Ontario is conducting public consultations regarding a long-term affordable housing strategy. This is your chance to have a say about the future of affordable housing.
Supporting seniors’ independence
Seniors who need to modify their home to make their daily life easier may qualify for financial assistance. Changes such as extra handrails, louder doorbells or brighter lighting may qualify.
Economic stimulus funding proposals
City Council has forwarded to the province six proposals for federal/ provincial economic stimulus funding for affordable housing. Developments approved by the province will contribute to the City's goal of creating 1,000 new affordable rental homes annually.
Affordable Housing videos
View two videos of experts discussing the positive power of affordable housing and what’s needed to make it happen.
Affordable Housing Developments – Status Report
Check the latest status report (PDF) to get the details on affordable housing now under development.
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Learn more |
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City Development Fee Exemptions
Non-profit housing developers can qualify for exemptions from the City of Toronto’s planning application and development fees. In this way, the City helps make new affordable rental housing even more affordable.
Looking for a Home in Toronto?
211 Toronto.ca offers a range of organizations dedicated to helping families and individuals find the housing they need at a price they can afford.
Affordable Housing Office
Creating and maintaining affordable housing is one of the City of Toronto's key priorities. City Council established the Affordable Housing Office and the Affordable Housing Committee in 2005.
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