REGINA — Young families in need of secure, affordable housing will soon have access to five new affordable homes in the community of Prince Albert in part thanks to a $1.5 million investment by the governments of Canada and Saskatchewan, the City of Prince Albert and Prince Albert Community Housing Society Inc. (PACHSI).
The project includes a five-plex building that will provide housing and resources supporting neighbourhood goals. Located at 1901-15th St. West in Prince Albert, the five-plex will include four two-bedroom units providing families in the community a home with supports from PACHSI tenant support resource, Native Coordinating Council (NCC) and KidsFirst. The building will also include a one-bedroom unit intended for a community elder.
Funding provided to the project includes:
- $1.1 million from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) - Saskatchewan Bilateral Agreement under the National Housing Strategy
- $252,985 from PACHSI
- $29,000 in land contributions from PACHSI
- $25,000 from the City of Prince Albert
"We understand that young families today face a unique set of challenges," Prince Albert Mayor Greg Dionne said. "This project is a crucial step toward addressing these issues head-on and demonstrates the commitment to ensuring that every citizen, regardless of their age or economic status, has access to the resources and support they need. I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to this incredible project for our community."
