Sherbrooke opens 134-unit social housing building with $69.3M public investment
Habitation Léon-Deschamps serves families, seniors and single people in the Fleurimont neighbourhood.
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Sherbrooke has opened a 134-unit social and affordable housing building, marking a significant addition to the region's housing stock as waitlists for affordable homes grow longer.
Habitation Léon-Deschamps, located at 1605 rue Bossé in the Fleurimont neighbourhood, represents a combined public investment of over 69.3 million dollars. The Quebec government, through the Société d'habitation du Québec, invested more than 27.4 million dollars via its affordable housing program. The City of Sherbrooke contributed over 9.9 million dollars. A private loan and additional private contribution complete the financing structure.
The building serves families, single individuals and seniors. The Office municipal d'habitation de Sherbrooke (OMHS) will manage and maintain the property.
Sherbrooke faces significant housing pressure. The inauguration was attended by provincial housing minister Karine Boivin Roy, represented by deputy Geneviève Hébert, alongside Mayor Marie-Claude Bibeau and OMHS director Marie-Claude Bégin.
"This is well more than a building — it represents our commitment to offering the Sherbrooke population a safe, dignified and affordable place to live," Hébert said at the inauguration ceremony.
The source does not specify the rent levels, income eligibility thresholds, or move-in dates for the 134 units.
What are the specific rent levels and income thresholds for eligibility at Habitation Léon-Deschamps?
When will residents begin moving in, and is the building at full occupancy?
We'll update this story as answers emerge.
The facts
How many units does Habitation Léon-Deschamps have?
Habitation Léon-Deschamps has 134 units.
How much did the Quebec government invest in this building?
The Quebec government, through the Société d'habitation du Québec, invested more than 27.4 million dollars via its affordable housing program.
Who will manage Habitation Léon-Deschamps?
The Office municipal d'habitation de Sherbrooke (OMHS) will manage and maintain the property.
What types of residents does the building serve?
Habitation Léon-Deschamps serves families, single individuals, and seniors.
