Northumberland County and Northumberland County Housing Corporation (NCHC) have successfully completed the redevelopment of Elgin Park in Cobourg—almost doubling the number of affordable housing units at this location from 18 to 40. With the final 20 units now complete and ready for occupancy, this milestone marks a major achievement in the County’s ongoing efforts to address the region’s growing housing crisis. (or give broader credit - This milestone demonstrates what can be achieved when all levels of government work in partnership to respond to the urgent need for affordable housing in our region.)
The project was delivered on time and on budget, through the coordination and commitment from County and NCHC staff, project contractors, and our government partners. This includes the earlier completion of phase one in November 2023, which added the first 20 units. Phase two, initiated in late 2023, has now added an additional 20 units, completing the site’s transformation.
The completed redevelopment includes a mix of 28 subsidized and 12 market rental units, offering much-needed affordable and attainable housing options for residents in Northumberland.
With a local rental vacancy rate of just 1%, and over 1,000 households on the wait list for subsidized housing - many facing wait times of up to ten years –the urgency for purpose-built rental housing is critical. The Elgin Park project is responding to this need, expanding housing capacity in a community where demand continues to outpace supply.
The Cobourg site was selected for intensification because of its proximity to services, transit, and amenities. The new buildings also prioritize sustainability and accessibility, with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification and select units designed with enhanced mobility supports.
This project was made possible through significant investment from both the Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario. Funding support through the Affordable Housing Fund and the Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative (COCHI) was instrumental in making this redevelopment a reality.
Northumberland County and NCHC continue to advance strategic initiatives to increase the supply of affordable housing and ensure more residents have access to safe, secure, and appropriate homes with the goal of delivering 900 new affordable housing units over the next nine years with our partners.
For more information on the project please visit: Northumberland.ca/ ElginPark.
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Jennifer McKelvie, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Member of Parliament for Ajax
“Elgin Park Redevelopment is already making a real difference in this community and the lives of those who call Cobourg home. Our Government remains committed to working with our partners to develop and implement solutions to housing both in Cobourg and across Canada”.
The Honourable David Piccini, MPP for Northumberland–Peterborough South
“Elgin Park is a meaningful step forward for housing in our community. These new units mean more people can live, work, and raise a family in the community they call home. I’m grateful to see the province’s investment supporting projects that deliver results for the people of Northumberland.”
Warden Brian Ostrander, Northumberland County
“The completion of Elgin Park—delivered in two phases, on time and on budget—is a testament to what we can achieve when we work together. These 40 new homes represent security and stability for individuals and families, and real progress toward a more inclusive community.”
Victor Fiume, Chair, Northumberland County Housing Corporation (NCHC)
“This project shows the strength of our commitment and the value of strong partnerships. With phase one completed in 2023 and phase two now finished, Elgin Park is a model for how we can build high-quality, sustainable, and affordable housing for those who need it most.”