TERREBONNE, QC, Aug. 9, 2024
/CNW/ - Today the governments of Quebec and Canada and the City
of Terrebonne announced the official opening of the housing
project Le Pas de Deux in Terrebonne. The building has 10 housing units
for people living with an intellectual disability, autism spectrum
disorder or any other similar condition. The total investment for
this project was $4.7 million.
Lionel Carmant, Quebec Minister
Responsible for Social Services and Member of the National Assembly
for Taillon made the announcement on behalf of France-Élaine
Duranceau, Quebec Minister of
Housing, and was accompanied by Pierre Fitzgibbon, Quebec Minister of Economy, Innovation and
Energy, Quebec Minister
Responsible for the Metropolis and the Montréal Region, and Member
of the National Assembly for Terrebonne. Mathieu
Traversy, Mayor of Terrebonne, and France
Boisvert, Chair of the Board of Directors of Le Pas de Deux,
were also present.
The Le Pas de Deux housing project received a $2.7 million grant through the Société
d'habitation du Québec's (SHQ) AccèsLogis Québec program, which
includes $1.7 million from the
Government of Canada through the
Canada-Quebec Rapid Housing Initiative Agreement. The City of Terrebonne contributed approximately
$1 million dollar, including land
valued at over $439,000.
The Le Pas de Deux project is a 24/7 supervised residence for
young adults living with an intellectual disability, autism
spectrum disorder or any other similar condition. The building has
10 one-bedroom units. Residents can also use the on-site common
room.
An agreement with the Centre intégré de santé et de services
sociaux de Lanaudière will allow each resident to receive various
types of care, such as physical assistance and help with hygiene,
running errands and so on.
Quotes:
"We continue to be committed to increasing the supply of housing
adapted to individuals' needs. We must applaud the work of all
partners involved in projects like Le Pas de Deux. By joining
forces, we'll be able to significantly and rapidly increase housing
supply across Quebec."
France-Élaine Duranceau, Quebec Minister Responsible for
Housing
"The federal government will continue to work hard toward
ensuring that everyone in Quebec
and across Canada has a safe and
stable place to call home. We're quickly providing new affordable
housing to those who need it most across the country, thanks to
programs like the Rapid Housing Initiative and collaboration from
all levels of government."
Sean Fraser, Minister of
Housing, Infrastructure and Communities
"The official opening of Le Pas de Deux in Terrebonne is a major milestone in our
commitment to providing safe and adapted living environments to
young adults living with an intellectual disability or autism
spectrum disorder. This project, which will foster their
independence and integration, is an inspiring example of what's
possible when we work together to better meet their and their
families' needs."
Lionel Carmant, Quebec
Minister Responsible for Social Services and Member of the National
Assembly for Taillon
"Thanks to this project, people living with an intellectual
disability or autism spectrum disorder will be able to stay close
to their families, right here in Terrebonne. I'm happy to see that tenants will
have access to services at this new residence and will be able to
thrive in our community."
Pierre Fitzgibbon, Quebec
Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy, Quebec Minister Responsible for the Metropolis
and the Montréal Region and Member of the National Assembly for
Terrebonne
"This is a project we've been hoping for in Terrebonne, and its opening fills us all with
great pride. Thanks to the contributions of various government
partners, the remarkable work of many volunteers, and the
determination of the organization's board of directors, we can
today say 'Mission accomplished.' I would like to wish each and
every one of the new tenants of this first Le Pas de Deux residence
a warm welcome to Terrebonne!"
Mathieu Traversy, Mayor of
Terrebonne
"Today, a number of young adults will finally have housing and
services that are adapted to their needs thanks to the sustained
and collaborative efforts of a group of parents and the partners
who have worked with them. An innovative living environment like
this one proves that people living with an intellectual disability,
autism spectrum disorder, or any other similar condition can
thrive, move forward, be a part of society and proudly become more
independent. Thank you to everyone who believed in our project and
supported us along the way!"
France Boisvert, Chair of the
Board of Directors of Le Pas de Deux
Highlights:
- All eligible households have the possibility of benefitting
from the SHQ's Rent Supplement Program, ensuring that they will not
spend more than 25% of their income on housing. This additional
assistance is covered by the SHQ (90%) and the City of Terrebonne (10%).
About the Société d'habitation du Québec
As a leader in housing, the SHQ's mission is to meet the housing
needs of Quebecers through its expertise and services to citizens.
It does this by providing affordable and low-rental housing and
offering a range of assistance programs to support the
construction, renovation and adaptation of homes, and access to
homeownership.
To find out more about its activities, visit
www.habitation.gouv.qc.ca/english.html.
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