Markham, Ontario – Helena Jaczek, Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Member of Parliament for Markham-Stouffville, on behalf of Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, alongside Nina Tangri, Ontario’s Associate Minister of Housing, Frank Scarpitti, Mayor of the City of Markham and Mike Clare from Markham Inter-Church Committee for Affordable Housing, announced an investment of over $4.8 million for the construction of 32 units of housing for seniors in Markham.
The Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario have invested approximately $3.1 million and $1.7 million, respectively, through the Investment in Affordable Housing – Extension (IAH-E) program funded through bilateral agreements.
Larry Tod Place, located at 18 Water Street and owned and operated by Markham Inter-Church Committee for Affordable Housing, consists of standard one and two-bedroom units as well as barrier-free units for seniors with disabilities. Two units are also reserved for a partnership with 360Kids, a group that provides care and support for homeless youth.
Larry Tod Place opened to residents in September 2020.