"social housing"

Council adopts a standardized municipal contribution agreement model for social housing projects funded under the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ), with retroactive effect to January 1, 2024, to improve governance and accountability.

Council amended Policy PO-029 to allow the city to temporarily provide additional municipal land free of charge to contractors for the construction of social and affordable housing projects. This change aims to reduce project costs and improve financial viability for non-profit housing organizations.

This item concerns the approval of the city's 2026 financial contribution to the *Office d'habitation de l'Outaouais* (OHO), which manages social housing in the region.

The Commission received an update on the Affordable Housing Strategy (SLA), covering topics like private developer inclusion, the municipal land reserve, and funding mechanisms. Discussions included the potential use of development charges for social housing and the creation of an interactive map for housing projects.

An update was provided on homelessness initiatives, including coordinated access, support for multi-need individuals, and a successful cleanup operation at the Guertin site.

The City is seeking to borrow $414,039 to fund its contribution to the Low-Rental Housing Renovation Program (PRHLM). This investment is intended to support the maintenance and improvement of existing social housing units.

The City is approving municipal funding for the first phase of renovations at the 1058 property complex managed by the Office d'habitation de l'Outaouais, located at 75, rue Jumonville. This project is part of the PRHLM program to improve social housing conditions in the Orée-du-Parc district.

Council approved a $414,039 municipal contribution to renovate the social housing building at 75, rue Jumonville. This represents 10% of the total $4.14 million project cost, with the remaining 90% funded by the Quebec Housing Society (SHQ).

The city is considering providing financial or administrative support for the renovation of a social housing complex managed by the Office d'habitation de l'Outaouais located at 28, rue Arthur-Buies in the Orée-du-Parc district.

This item recommends the adoption of Bylaw 968-2024, which establishes the regulatory framework for the City to support the creation of social-purpose rental housing, specifically targeting housing for vulnerable populations.

This item authorizes the financial and material support for the transitional housing project under the newly adopted Bylaw 968-2024. The City will provide $1.5 million from the homelessness assistance reserve, grant the land use (valued at $4 million) for 10 years, and provide $25,000 in municipal services.

This item introduces a new bylaw aimed at incentivizing the creation of social rental housing units in Gatineau. By establishing this regulatory framework, the city seeks to address housing shortages and support affordable living options for residents.

This item authorizes the allocation of the necessary budget to fund the social rental housing program established under Bylaw 968-2024. This ensures that the financial resources are available to support the construction and development projects intended by the bylaw.

Council adopted a new bylaw to facilitate the creation of social rental housing. This follows a notice of motion given on December 10, 2024, and aligns with provincial legislation regarding municipal powers.

Council approved the financial and material support for the transitional housing project at the Robert-Guertin site. This includes a $1.5 million contribution from the homelessness aid reserve, the provision of the land (valued at $4 million), and municipal services valued at $25,000.

The City is introducing a new bylaw aimed at facilitating the creation of social rental housing units. This is the first step in the legislative process, serving as a formal notice that the City intends to adopt regulations to support affordable housing development.

Councillor Steve Moran gave notice of motion for a future bylaw (968-2024) intended to facilitate the creation of social-purpose rental housing in Gatineau.

The council discussed a minor variance request for a project at 204, boulevard Saint-Joseph. Councillor Steve Moran inquired about the possibility of increasing balcony depth for social housing units, but staff noted that this would require a new variance process and further impact assessments.

The city is amending a previous resolution regarding the sale of land for the Îlot de la Caserne project. The amendment formalizes the developer's commitment to include 10 social housing units through the Rent Supplement Program, as the original wording was not legally feasible. A $330,000 security deposit will be held by the city until construction and social housing obligations are met.