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County of Simcoe begins preliminary work for new affordable housing in Bradford West Gwillimbury

 

Midhurst/November 10, 2022 – The County of Simcoe has begun preliminary work and site preparation for the new affordable housing build in Bradford West Gwillimbury, including fencing and the addition of excavation and construction materials to the site. 
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"The County has made great strides towards meeting our 10-year housing target of​ 2,685 new affordable units by 2024 and is pleased to continue investing in Bradford West Gwillimbury," said Warden George Cornell. "We know that our communities and residents are feeling the pressures of rising costs of living and the County continues investing in our communities including this $28.4 million investment in Bradford West Gwillimbury."

Rendering - CORNER VIEW - DRONE - March 01, 2022.jpgThe 50-unit mixed-use building will include affordable residences for eligible families and seniors, a County of Simcoe Social and Community Services office, and ground-level community space. In addition to creating an attractive streetscape to this central location within Bradford West Gwillimbury, the building will be accessible to adjacent pedestrian walkways and local transit, and is within walking distance of the GO Transit station. 

The four-storey building has been designed to complement the existing urban neighbourhood, with cost effectiveness and energy efficiency in mind. Exterior building features include a high-quality and durable panel system at the residential levels, with masonry features throughout to provide texture and visual interest.

This affordable building with modern amenities is expected to welcome new tenants upon its completion as early as 2024. As part of the County of Simcoe's Our Community 10-Year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy, this new building will contribute toward the County's target of creating at least 2,685 new units between 2014-2024.

The County of Simcoe is sharing information about supports being provided for a warming centre in Bradford, as well as warming centres and shelter services in communities including Alliston, Barrie, Collingwood, Midland and Orillia, to ensure those living unsheltered are able to stay warm during the coldest months of 2023.

About Our Community 10-Year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy
Our Community 10-Year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy sets out real targets and goals to create more affordable housing within communities across Simcoe County. By December 31, 2021, the County was able to report that 2,531 new units had been created since 2014, 94 per cent of the way to its overall target of creating at least 2,685 new affordable housing units across the region. The County's strategy continues to focus on supporting residents through maximizing funding, achieving targets, and working with area partners to create affordable housing units for residents across the County. Targets were established in 2014, and the county continues to adapt to meet growing needs, including initial collaboration to establish our next long-term strategy. More information can be found at simcoe.ca/ourahhps.

About the County of Simcoe
The County of Simcoe is composed of sixteen member municipalities and provides crucial public services to County residents in addition to providing paramedic and social services to the separated cities of Barrie and Orillia. Visit our website at simcoe.ca.

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CONTACTS

Andrea Walasek
Public Relations Consultant
County of Simcoe, Service Simcoe Department
249-535-3511 (mobile)​
Andrea.Walasek@simcoe.ca

Collin Matanowitsch
Manager, Public Relations
County of Simcoe, Service Simcoe Department
705-734-8386 (mobile)
Collin.Matanowitsch@simcoe.ca