Governments support affordable housing in Little Current

LITTLE CURRENT, ONT. — The federal and provincial governments are contributing funding towards 12 affordable housing units for seniors in the community of Little Current on Manitoulin Island in Ontario.

The Ontario government is providing $1.6 million through the Social Services Relief Fund (SSRF) and in partnership with the government of Canada, Queen’s Park is also contributing $820,000 through the Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative.

Fielding Place is a new senior’s facility with one-bedroom and two-bedroom units, indicates a release. Two of the units are fully accessible and each unit is equipped with kitchen appliances, air conditioning, in-suite laundry as well as a private patio and ample storage.

“We’re committed to helping people from across Ontario find a home that’s right for them,” said Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Steve Clark, who made the announcement Aug. 30. “Today’s investments through the Social Services Relief Fund and the Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative will help seniors in the Manitoulin and Sudbury regions find a comfortable, appropriate home near their families and loved ones.”