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First report for Chantier Montréal abordable
As a member of the advisory committee of the City of Montreal’s Chantier Montréal abordable, the SHDM took part in drawing up the first progress report, which was unveiled on April 12th. It takes the form of a joint declaration by all members of the advisory committee and lays the foundations for new actions to accelerate the construction and preservation of affordable housing.
Chantier Montréal abordable is an initiative of the City of Montreal to facilitate the development of affordable housing in the metropolis. The process is overseen by an advisory committee made up of real estate experts and actors from the private, community, financial and parapublic sectors. The SHDM sits on this committee and shares its expertise as a developer and owner of affordable housing.
To consult the progress report
Photo : Yvens Banatte / Ville de Montréal
The SHDM secures affordable rents for 40 additional housing units
SHDM is acquiring a new building, making it possible to maintain affordable rents in the long term for 40 additional housing units in the Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie borough.
Located at 4435 rue de Bellechasse, this building has 12 studios, 13 3 ½ and 15 4 ½ that can accommodate families. With this new acquisition, the SHDM now owns 4,887 affordable residential units across the island of Montreal.
« This acquisition allows the SHDM to increase its property portfolio of affordable rental housing to meet the urgent housing needs in Montreal, in a central neighborhood which is in high demand, » said Nancy Shoiry, Executive Director of the SHDM. For the past six months, the SHDM has pursued its acquisition strategy at a sustained pace; 119 additional units spread over three buildings will be able to remain affordable in the long term. We are proud to contribute, within the framework of our mission, to the housing crisis with concrete solutions”.
“This acquisition will make it possible to maintain affordable rents in a sustainable way. We are working with the SHDM to implement solutions to provide Montrealers with a roof that respects their wallet. The SHDM continues to demonstrate the relevance of its mission and to play an important role in achieving the ambitions of the The Montréal Abordable Initiative, » underlined Benoit Dorais, Vice-President of the Executive Committee and responsible for housing, real estate strategy, legal affairs and strategic real estate projects.
Government financial programs for rent
Two government programs, summarized below, can help low-income tenants pay their rent. To find out if you are eligible, you must contact the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and/or Revenu Québec.
- Improvements to the SHQ Shelter Allowance program>
If eligible, families or individuals aged 50 and over who spend a significant portion of their budget on rent may receive an allowance of up to $170 per month.
For more information on eligibility and to apply, visit the Revenu Québec website - One-time top-up to the Canada Housing Benefit
If the amount you pay for rent and your income qualify, you may be eligible for a one-time tax-free payment of $500.
The deadline to apply is March 31, 2023
For more information on eligibility and how to apply, visit the CRA website
Reception desk temporarily closed on Fridays
Due to exceptional circumstances, the SHDM will temporarily close the reception desk every Friday starting November 11, 2022.
However, documents and payments can be deposited in the mailbox on the 22nd floor of 800 De Maisonneuve Boulevard East, but no receipts will be delivered.
The SHDM teams remain available every day by phone and email: 514 380-7436 and [email protected]
Thank you for your understanding and we will inform you of the resumption of our usual reception hours.
SHDM signs an agreement with CMHC and City of Montreal to renovate its buildings
At a press conference held this morning, the SHDM, the federal government and the City of Montréal announced the signing of an agreement to make major investments in all SHDM affordable housing buildings.
The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for Laurier–Sainte-Marie, alongside Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion and Member of Parliament for Hochelaga announced a $69 million financial commitment from the federal government for a portfolio agreement under the National Housing Co-Investment Fund (NHCF) with the City of Montréal and the SHDM. By the end of 2028, the City of Montreal will be providing $4.6 million to $12.6 million.
The federal representatives were joined by Mr. Benoit Dorais, Vice-President of the Executive committee of the City of Montreal, responsible for housing, real estate strategy and legal affairs and Johanne Brunet, Chair of the SHDM Board of Directors.
»These investments are part of the SHDM’s renovation strategy to improve the safety and quality of life of tenants, in keeping with our values of affordability, accessibility and sustainable development » said Johanne Brunet, Chair of the SHDM Board of Directors.
For Nancy Shoiry, Executive Director of SHDM, »this agreement will allow SHDM to complete $92 million of work over eight years on all of our residential buildings, while maintaining affordable rents ».
By the end of 2028, more than 380 affordable residential buildings, representing more than 4,700 units, will undergo renovations or interventions aimed at energy efficiency, greenhouse gas emission reduction, accessibility or safety. The SHDM will invest a minimum of $10.4 million in these renovations.
The SHDM is financially autonomous from the City of Montréal and does not receive any public funding for its operations.
Photo : Bernard Brault / CNW
Acquisition of two residential buildings
Société d’habitation et de développement de Montréal (SHDM) is pleased to announce the acquisition of two buildings, ensuring the long-term affordability of 79 housing units in the boroughs of Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie and Montréal-Nord.