"affordable housing"

Approval of a standard agreement template that the city will use to provide municipal contributions for affordable housing projects funded through the *Programme d'habitation abordable du Québec* (PHAQ).

Council renewed the mandate and membership of the 'Housing Shock Committee' (Comité-choc en logement) to address the housing affordability crisis. The committee will monitor non-market housing projects, facilitate partner collaboration, and propose structural improvements.

The commission reviewed its 2026 work plan, which includes seven key files such as incentive zoning, affordable housing strategy, and the Buckingham urban core plan. The plan aims to balance the workload by focusing on one major file per meeting. The commission recommended that the city council adopt the plan, with an added focus on the Île-de-Hull PPU.

The City is transferring land on boulevard des Allumettières to Le Gîte Ami for a 20-unit transitional housing project for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The project is supported by a $3.26 million grant from the Société d'habitation du Québec (SHQ).

The City is modifying the funding source for its $4,020,000 contribution to the "Habiter Chez Soi" affordable housing project. The funds will now come from cash reserves for affordable housing rather than residual funds from a previous housing grant agreement.

The City is modifying the financing structure for the 'Habiter Chez Soi' affordable housing project, which involves a municipal contribution to the Fonds de solidarité FTQ.

The city is transferring land for free to support a 20-unit affordable housing project for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, funded by the PHAQ program.

Council approves the free transfer of a municipal lot to Le Gîte Ami for a 20-unit transitional housing project for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The project is supported by a $3.26 million grant from the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ). Councillor Marc Carrière voted against the motion.

Council amended a previous resolution to change the funding source for the city's $4,020,000 contribution to the 'Habiter Chez Soi' affordable housing project, shifting it to cash funds reserved for affordable housing in the maintenance investment plan.

The City is reverting to a previous version of its real estate policy to address the housing crisis. By once again including the market value of City-owned land in the financial structure of affordable and social housing projects, the City aims to support a higher number of projects.

Council modified policy PO-029 to revert to a previous approach regarding the valuation of city-owned land provided for social and affordable housing projects. The change allows the market value of such land to be included in the financial structure of projects, aiming to support more initiatives despite the housing crisis.

The City Clerk is filing a certificate regarding the public registration process for a borrowing bylaw. This bylaw increases the city's debt by $376,934 to fund its contribution to the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ).

The city is increasing its borrowing by $376,934 to fund its participation in the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ). This adjustment ensures the city has the necessary capital to support affordable housing initiatives.

The city is increasing its borrowing capacity by $376,934 to contribute to the provincial affordable housing program (PHAQ).

Council approved an increase of $376,934 in expenditure and borrowing to fund the City's participation in the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ).

The committee will receive a progress report on the city's Affordable Housing Strategy. This is an informational item to keep members and the public updated on housing initiatives.

The City is adjusting its financial contribution to the 'Sacré-Cœur' affordable housing project at 344, rue Champlain to align with the final funding structure approved by the Société d’habitation du Québec (SHQ). The project will provide 199 affordable housing units for families. The City's total contribution is set at approximately $13.7 million, consisting of a mix of monetary contributions and tax reimbursements.

The City is seeking to increase its authorized borrowing by $376,934 to support the provincial affordable housing program (PHAQ). This adjustment ensures the City has sufficient funds to meet its financial commitments toward affordable housing projects.

The city is updating its financial commitment to the Sacré-Cœur affordable housing project at 344 Champlain Street by repealing a previous resolution and aligning with the provincial PHAQ program.

Council authorized an amendment to an existing agreement with the Quebec government regarding the Rapid Housing Initiative (RHI-2). This amendment updates the list of eligible projects and formalizes the distribution of $6,854,702 in previously granted funding for affordable housing projects for vulnerable individuals.

Council repealed a previous resolution to adjust the city's financial contribution to the 'Sacré-Cœur' affordable housing project at 344, rue Champlain. The new contribution, totaling over $13.7 million, includes tax reimbursements and monetary contributions to align with the final financial structure approved by the SHQ.

A notice of motion was given to increase the borrowing and expenditure by $376,934 to support the City's participation in the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ). This is a procedural step to amend an existing bylaw.

The City Clerk is certifying the results of the voter registration process regarding Bylaw 986-2025. This bylaw authorizes an expenditure and loan of $5,128,597 to fund the City of Gatineau's participation in the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ).

The City is authorizing a loan of over $5.1 million to fund its participation in the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ).

This bylaw authorizes a loan of over $5.1 million to fund the city's contribution to the *Programme d'habitation abordable Québec* (PHAQ), aimed at increasing affordable housing stock.

The City Clerk is presenting the results of the voter registration process regarding a $6.7 million loan bylaw for affordable housing. This is a procedural step to confirm if a referendum is required for the project.

The council adopts a bylaw authorizing a loan of $5,128,597 to fund the City's contribution to the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ).

The City will provide $414,039 in funding to support the renovation of a low-income housing building located at 75, rue Jumonville. This contribution represents 10% of the total project cost, with the remaining 90% funded by the Société d’habitation du Québec (SHQ) under the PRHLM program.

The City is increasing its financial contribution to the Carillon affordable housing project located at 111-117, rue Carillon. This project involves the construction of a 150-unit building in the Hull-Wright district to address local housing needs.

This item proposes municipal financial participation in the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ) to support the construction of 79 affordable student housing units at the UQO campus (195 Alexandre-Taché Boulevard). This initiative aims to address the need for student housing in the area.

This item authorizes the free transfer of municipal land at 40 Technologie Boulevard to the Coopérative de solidarité de la Cité des Outaouais. The land is intended for the development of affordable housing units.

Council increased the city's financial contribution to the Carillon affordable housing project by $335,156 due to rising construction costs. The project, which will provide 150 units, is also receiving additional provincial funding and interest-generated funds to cover the shortfall.

The city is proposing to transfer land at 40, boulevard de la Technologie to the Coopérative de solidarité de la Cité des Outaouais at no cost to facilitate the construction of affordable housing.

The committee recommended that Council approve the free transfer of city-owned land at 40, boulevard de la Technologie to the Coopérative de solidarité de la Cité des Outaouais for the construction of 40 affordable housing units.

The City is updating the funding mechanism for a 108-unit affordable housing project at 341-347, boulevard Saint-Joseph. The project has been transferred from the FTQ's 'Capital pour TOIT' fund to the provincial 'Quebec Affordable Housing Program' (PHAQ). The total municipal financial contribution remains $6.7 million, and this change does not affect the scope of the project.

The City is initiating the legal process to borrow $6.7 million to fund its contribution to the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ). This funding is specifically earmarked for the 'Qualified Developers Initiative' to support the creation of affordable housing units in Gatineau.

This item serves as a formal notice that the City intends to borrow $6.7 million to fund its contribution to a provincial affordable housing program. This is a procedural step required before the final adoption of the loan bylaw.

The City is updating its funding commitment for a 108-unit affordable housing project at 341-347, boulevard Saint-Joseph. The project was moved from a previous funding program to the provincial PHAQ program, requiring the City to repeal its old resolution and issue a new one to maintain the $6.7 million contribution.

The City Clerk is filing the results of the voter registration process regarding a loan bylaw for the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ). This process allows residents to register their opposition to a bylaw, which could trigger a referendum if enough signatures are collected.

This bylaw authorizes a $2,873,302 loan to fund the City's contribution to the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ), supporting the development of affordable housing units.

The City is reallocating $10,620,000 in borrowing capacity from the Val-Tétreau Phase 2 project to fund new, urgent affordable housing requests. The Val-Tétreau project will be reprioritized in the 2026-2030 Investment Plan.

The City is updating its financial support for the 'Mon Chez Nous-Magnus' affordable housing project at 240, rue Magnus Est. This involves repealing previous resolutions to align with the current Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ) requirements.

The City is adjusting its financial contribution for the Wright affordable housing project located at 35, rue Wright. This requires repealing a previous resolution to reflect updated funding terms under the AccèsLogis Québec program.

The City is committing to a financial partnership with the Fonds immobilier de solidarité FTQ-Québec to support the construction of 40 new affordable housing units at 40, boulevard de la Technologie.

The City is allocating additional funds to address new, unplanned requests for affordable housing projects that were not originally included in the current Investment Plan.

This bylaw authorizes a loan of approximately $2.87 million to fund the city's contribution to the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ), supporting the development of affordable housing units.

Council adopts the meeting agenda with several additions, including financial resolutions for infrastructure projects, housing initiatives, and appointments to municipal commissions.

Council approved a loan of approximately $2.87 million to fund the City's contribution to the provincial affordable housing program (PHAQ). This funding supports the development of affordable housing units within Gatineau.

Council repealed previous resolutions to adjust the city's financial contribution for the "Mon Chez Nous-Magnus" affordable housing project at 240, rue Magnus Est. The city will provide $4.56 million in financial aid and up to $364,734 for rent supplements to support the construction of 47 units for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

Council repealed a previous resolution to increase the city's financial contribution for the "Wright" affordable housing project at 35, rue Wright. The city will now provide $1.25 million in financial aid and $84,329 for rent supplements to support 62 affordable housing units, reflecting increased project costs and a higher number of rent-supplemented units.

Council approved a $3.2 million municipal contribution to the "Bonneville Gatineau" project, which will construct 40 affordable housing units at 40, boulevard de la Technologie. This project is part of the FTQ-Quebec "Fonds Capital pour TOIT" initiative.

The City is reallocating $10.62 million originally earmarked for the Val-Tétreau Phase 2 project to fund new, urgent affordable housing requests. The Val-Tétreau project will be reprioritized for the 2026-2030 investment cycle. This move allows the City to meet immediate affordable housing needs that were not previously budgeted.

The commission reviewed the 2025-2029 Municipal Action Plan on homelessness and social development. The plan focuses on six key areas, including governance, housing, and adapted interventions, and emphasizes the city's commitment to addressing homelessness through a person-centered approach.

The Executive Committee recommends re-prioritizing the Val-Tétreau Phase 2 project to shift its funding focus from water and sewer infrastructure to affordable housing. This adjustment ensures the project remains on track for construction in 2027-2028 while utilizing previously allocated funding from the 2023 PIVM (Municipal Housing Investment Program).

The city is providing $650,000 in financial assistance to the IHO cooperative to cover unexpected demolition and soil decontamination costs for an affordable housing project. This funding is necessary because the provincial AccèsLogis program does not cover these specific expenses, and the project would otherwise be at risk.

The city is reducing the authorized loan amount for the 2018-2019 AccèsLogis program by $2,414,756 because the funds were not used. This remaining balance will be redirected to finance new affordable housing projects.

Notice of motion to authorize a loan of approximately $2.87 million to fund the city's contribution to the provincial affordable housing program (PHAQ).

Councillor Daniel Champagne gave notice of motion for a bylaw to authorize a loan of $2,873,302 to fund the City's participation in the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ).

Council approved a $650,000 grant to the IHO cooperative to cover unexpected demolition and soil decontamination costs for the Lemieux-Tremblay affordable housing project. This funding is necessary to keep the project viable, as the provincial AccèsLogis program does not cover these specific costs.

Council reduced the loan bylaw 898-2021 by $2,414,756, as this balance remained unused following the end of the AccèsLogis Québec 2018-2019 program. The funds will be redirected to new affordable housing projects.

The committee will receive a presentation on the city's Affordable Housing Strategy (SLA). This is a significant discussion regarding how Gatineau plans to address housing affordability and availability for its residents.

The city is requesting an extension to finalize amendments to its Land Use and Development Plan, which are required to align with provincial government mandates regarding affordable and accessible housing.

The City Clerk is certifying the results of the voter registration process regarding a $7 million loan bylaw for affordable housing.

Final approval of a PPCMOI to allow the construction of a five-story building containing 33 affordable housing units at 404 Alexandre-Taché Boulevard.

The city is considering providing financial support for an affordable housing project located at 25, rue Frontenac in the Hull-Wright district. This initiative utilizes the Fonds de solidarité FTQ tax-advantaged funds program to help increase the supply of affordable housing in the downtown urban village.

The city proposes to transfer a parcel of land located at 240, rue Magnus Est to the non-profit organization Mon Chez Nous inc. at no cost. This land transfer is intended to facilitate the development of affordable housing units in the Bellevue district.

The City is borrowing $7,013,392 to fund its participation in the provincial Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ).

This item involves repealing a previous resolution to update the city's financial participation in the 'Mon Chez Nous' affordable housing project located at 240 Magnus Street East. This project is part of the provincial PHAQ program and is located in the Bellevue district represented by Councillor Alicia Lacasse-Brunet.

Approval of a PPCMOI to allow the construction of a five-storey building containing 33 affordable housing units at 404 Alexandre-Taché Boulevard.

Bylaw authorizing a $7,013,392 loan to fund the city's contribution to the provincial affordable housing program (PHAQ).

Council approved a specific project (PPCMOI) for a 33-unit affordable housing building at 404 Boulevard Alexandre-Taché. The project involves a five-storey building and includes several conditions, such as a new demolition authorization and confirmation of provincial funding.

Council authorized a $7,013,392 loan to fund the City's participation in the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ).

Council authorized a $6,700,000 loan to fund the City's participation in a housing development program in partnership with the FTQ's Capital pour TOIT fund.

The City is repealing a previous funding commitment for a cancelled project and instead allocating $4.56 million in municipal support (including land donation and cash) to the 'Mon Chez Nous - Magnus' affordable housing project at 240, rue Magnus Est. This project will provide 47 units for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

The city is seeking authorization to borrow over $7 million to fund its contribution to the *Programme d'habitation abordable Québec* (PHAQ). This investment is intended to support the development of affordable housing units within the city.

Council is asked to approve $75,000 in additional funding from the affordable housing budget to support the UQO student residence project.

Approval of a commitment to transfer land at 40, boulevard de la technologie free of charge to facilitate the construction of affordable housing.

The city is committing to transfer land located at 240, rue Magnus Est at no cost to support the construction of affordable housing. This initiative aims to increase the availability of affordable residential units in the Bellevue district.

The Council approved an additional $75,000 in financial support for the Université du Québec en Outaouais (UQO) student residence project to cover unforeseen costs. This funding is part of the City's commitment to the *Programme d'habitation abordable Québec* (PHAQ).

The Council committed to transferring a 3,116.1 m² lot at 40, boulevard de la Technologie to the *Fédération intercoopérative en habitation de l’ouest du Québec* for free, to support the construction of 40 affordable housing units. This is conditional upon the project being accepted into a social and affordable housing subsidy program.

The City of Gatineau has committed to transferring the land at 240 Magnus Street East to the non-profit organization Mon Chez Nous inc. at no cost. This land, currently a disused parking lot for the former Baribeau arena, is intended for the construction of 48 affordable housing units. The transfer is conditional upon the project being accepted into a social and affordable housing grant program.

The City is reducing the authorized loan amount for By-law 495-2008 by $556,013, as this balance remains unused following the conclusion of the AccèsLogis Québec 2008-2009 program. These funds will be reallocated to finance new affordable housing projects.

The City is reducing the authorized loan amount for By-law 637-2009 by $478,950, as this balance remains unused following the conclusion of the AccèsLogis Québec 2009-2010 program. These funds will be reallocated to finance new affordable housing projects.

The City is reducing the authorized loan amount for By-law 740-2013 by $166,592, as this balance remains unused following the conclusion of the AccèsLogis Québec 2013 program. These funds will be reallocated to finance new affordable housing projects.

The City is reducing the authorized loan amount for By-law 777-2015 by $13,720, as this balance remains unused following the conclusion of the AccèsLogis Québec 2014-2015 program. These funds will be reallocated to finance new affordable housing projects.

The City is reducing the authorized loan amount for By-law 854-2019 by $1,224,730, as this balance remains unused following the conclusion of the AccèsLogis Québec 2017-2018 program. These funds will be reallocated to finance new affordable housing projects.

The City is reducing the authorized loan amount for By-law 898-2021 by $415,025, as this balance remains unused following the conclusion of the AccèsLogis Québec 2018-2019 program. These funds will be reallocated to finance new affordable housing projects.

The City is reducing the authorized loan amount for By-law 905-2021 by $372,565, as this balance remains unused following the conclusion of the AccèsLogis Québec 2021-2022 program. These funds will be reallocated to finance new affordable housing projects.

The City is reducing the authorized loan amount for By-law 807-2017 by $438,676, as this balance remains unused following the conclusion of the AccèsLogis Québec 2016-2017 program. These funds will be reallocated to finance new affordable housing projects.

Councillor Steve Moran gave notice of a bylaw to authorize a $7,013,392 loan to fund the City's participation in the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ).

The city is formalizing its financial participation in a project to build affordable housing at 341-347, boulevard Saint-Joseph, utilizing the 'Fonds de solidarité FTQ' tax-advantaged fund program.

Councillor Mario Aubé is proposing that the city explore using its right of first refusal to purchase the 'Immeubles Tassé' properties. The goal is to determine if these sites can be repurposed for social or affordable housing.

Council approved a specific project (PPCMOI) for a 40-unit affordable housing development at 40, Boulevard de la Technologie. The project includes specific variances for height, parking, and site layout, and is conditional upon the transfer of city land to the Fédération inter-coopératives en habitation de l'ouest du Québec.

Council approved a specific project (PPCMOI) for a 48-unit affordable housing development at 240, Rue Magnus Est. The project involves converting a former arena parking lot into residential use, with specific variances for height and parking, and is conditional upon the transfer of city land to the non-profit Mon Chez Nous inc.

Council modified a previous resolution to cancel the reservation of 34 units and $968,362 in funding for the Saint-Joseph project after the developer (HOM) decided not to proceed. These resources will be reallocated to other social and affordable housing projects.

Council approved a $6.7 million municipal financial contribution for a 108-unit affordable housing project at 341-347, Boulevard Saint-Joseph, funded through the FTQ's Fonds Capital pour TOIT program. This is conditional upon receiving official confirmation from the FTQ and the approval of a loan bylaw.

Council resolved to favor a collaborative approach with the Fiducie Desjardins and the prospective buyer regarding the Tassé properties, aiming to find solutions to maintain the affordability of the 1,000 existing units and explore the potential for over 500 new units.

Councillor Mario Aubé has submitted a notice of motion to explore the city's right of first refusal (pre-emption) on the 'Immeubles Tassé' properties. This process aims to determine if the city can acquire these properties to develop social, community, or affordable housing. A formal resolution on this matter is expected to be presented at the October 22, 2024, council meeting.

The city is committing municipal funding to support the 'Sacré-cœur' affordable housing project located at 344, rue Champlain. This participation is required to access provincial funding under the *Programme d'habitation abordable Québec* (PHAQ) to increase the supply of affordable housing in the Hull-Wright district.

The city is providing $206,955 in financial aid to the Coopérative de Solidarité Innovation Habitation Outaouais to cover decontamination costs for the Saint-Étienne affordable housing project. The building was contaminated due to water infiltration during a construction delay caused by Hydro-Québec. This funding settles a dispute between the cooperative and the contractor, GMR Construction, following mediation.

The city is adjusting financial contributions for the Toit d'Érica affordable housing project in Masson-Angers. The project has grown from 16 to 17 units, and costs have risen due to interest rates and material prices. The city is authorizing various funding adjustments and interest payments to ensure the project's completion.

The City is approving additional funding for the 'Toit d'Érica' affordable housing project (ACL 7036). This involves amending previous council resolutions to increase the financial support provided to this community housing initiative in the Masson-Angers district.

This item authorizes the use of allocated surplus funds to provide supplementary financial aid for affordable housing, specifically for building decontamination work related to project ACL7044 in the Saint-Étienne sector.

Council approved adjustments to the funding for the 'Toit d'Érica' affordable housing project in Masson-Angers. The project now includes 17 units instead of 16, and costs have risen due to material prices and interest rates. The City is adjusting its contribution to $458,681 and authorizing various provincial and municipal funding disbursements to cover the project's financial needs.

The City is providing $344,925 in financial aid to the Coopérative de Solidarité Innovation Habitation Outaouais to cover unexpected costs related to soil stabilization for the 'La Maison des Apprentis' affordable housing project. This funding is necessary to resolve a dispute with the contractor following the discovery of poor soil conditions during excavation, preventing potential legal action.

The city is providing additional financial support to the 'La Maison des Apprentis' affordable housing project. This funding will specifically cover the costs of reinforcing the soil to ensure the site can support the planned building structure.

Council approved a financial grant of $344,925 to the Coopérative de Solidarité Innovation Habitation Outaouais to cover unexpected costs related to soil bearing capacity issues discovered during the construction of the 'La Maison des Apprentis' affordable housing project. This funding aims to resolve a dispute with the contractor and avoid litigation.

The city is granting financial support to the 'Wright' affordable housing project at 35 Wright Street. This includes $1,186,538 for the 15% community contribution and an annual commitment of $53,351 for rent supplements.

This item authorizes municipal financial participation in the 'AccèsLogis Québec' program for an affordable housing project located at 35, rue Wright in the Hull-Wright district.

An information session regarding the city's inclusionary zoning policy, which aims to increase the supply of affordable housing by requiring developers to include affordable units in new residential projects.