The City of Orillia is pleased to announce that Sionito Community Development Corporation has been approved for $1,042,075 in funding through the City’s Per Door Grant Program to support 115 new affordable rental housing units at 19 Coldwater St. The units are designed to provide independent housing in a supportive setting, with a particular focus on seniors.
“The Per Door Grant Program is one of several initiatives the City is implementing to increase housing supply and improve affordability for residents,” said Mayor Don McIsaac. “This project will provide much-needed housing options for seniors, and we are proud to support Sionito Community Development Corporation in bringing it to life.”
The development will include:
- A four-storey apartment building
- 63 studio units
- 52 one-bedroom units
- Repurposing of the existing building into a communal dining hall and support services space
- Units designed for accessibility, with approximately 37 per cent fully accessible
- Housing focused on independent living in a supportive setting for seniors.
Funded through the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s Housing Accelerator Fund, the $1,042,075 Per Door Grant will be distributed in phases tied to key milestones such as construction start, framing, and occupancy. The program encourages non-profit and charitable organizations to create new affordable rental housing, providing financial incentives while requiring long-term affordability commitments.
“The Housing Accelerator Fund allows the City to accelerate affordable housing delivery,” said Katy Modaressi, Director of Development and Infrastructure Planning. “Grants like this are essential to meeting our housing targets and addressing the growing demand for rental options.”
For more information on the Per Door Grant Program or this project, visit orillia.ca/housing.
