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: CMHC study lists affordable housing initiatives |M!IIIII[IIIIIIIIIIIlIlIII Services Lid., Broker AIM HIGHER... Call one of our Sales Representative before you list! RowPlemee 238.3737" smm 58EA TT The Honourable David C. Dingwall, Minister responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) released the study recently, documenting 59 affordable housing initiatives in over 30 municipalities across Canada at the annual Canadian Housing and Renewal Association congress in Calgary. T' he ideas of more than thirty _ Canadian municipalities, who have come up with new ways to support affordable housing, have been compiled in an effort to inspire other local governments to do the same. Planning ahead is particuâ€" larly important when choosing a color scheme. For example, consider selecting neutral background colors for walls and carpets. You can then use accent pieces such as cushâ€" ions, comforters and curtains to brighten the room. 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Bold stripes, cartoon characters and zoo animals are just a few of hunâ€" dreds of fun patterns to choose from. 1 North Service Road West, Oakville For example, the City of Quebec provides subsidies and tax credits to encourage the construction of affordâ€" able housing in its core area, or for the conversion of buildings to resiâ€" dential use. In another case, the City of Fort McMurray, along with the province of Alberta, two oil compaâ€" nies, and a local church, have providâ€" ed a shelter for the homeless operated by the Salvation Army. to provide shelter for the homeless, secure land and financing for affordâ€" able housing, support housing for persons with special needs, rehabiliâ€" tate existing housing, promote comâ€" munity economic development and develop housing partnerships. "ualf For example, there are many shelving systems and desks that can be elevated to keep pace with your child‘s growth. If you plan to install a shelving system, make sure you secure it against a wall so there‘s no chance of it falling Cork tiles are ideal for a playroom since they are warm and easy to maintain. Vinyl floors, made of a thick, cushâ€" ioned grade, are also durable. If you opt for wooden floors, keep an eye out for loose boards, splinters or protruding nails that could cause injury. Choosing Furniture Planning ahead is also important when selecting furâ€" niture. Whether you‘re buying a whole new set of furniture or just adding to existing pieces, it‘s best to select furâ€" niture than can be adjusted as your child grows. spend time playing on the floor. In addition, make sure you choose a dark color since stains are more visible on lightâ€"colored carpeting. New, Renewal and Subscribers that Convert to to ‘paying in advance will receive 2 free Shop Locally Cards, offering unlimited savings opportunities, e free upon joining in on our ?vfi 112. week subscription. Guaranteed Home Delivery 3 Times a week for 112 weeks ‘ Address Name of second Shop Locally Card Holde Name Please Deliver Subscription To "I am a strong supporter of localâ€" lyâ€"developed solutions to address the need for affordable housing. But as this report demonstrates, partnerships with other levels of government, municipal, and communityâ€"based nonâ€"profit groups, and the private sector are needed to make the best possible use of available resources," said Dingwall. "I would encourage other municipalities to take a look at this report to determine if some of these ideas may apply to their local communities." The study was completed by the Canadian Housing and Renewal Association (CHRA) for CMHC. Kate Moffat â€" president of the CHRA Avoid furniture with sharp or rough edges that can injure your child. Special protective corner guards can be purâ€" chased for added protection. Maximizing Storage Space If you‘re tight on storage space, beds with storage bins underneath are an excellent buy. Younger children usually need a lot more storage space for toys than clothes. So, keep an eye out for large plastic or Sturdy and durable pieces of furniture are ideal for chilâ€" dren‘s rooms since they don‘t chip easily and can stand up to heavy use. Even though this furniture may be more expensive, it‘s worth it to spend a little more money on pieces that will last longer. Please fill in mail to Fostal Code Charge Card # QM.O. QVisa OMasterCard 112 Week Subscriptionis only $109 GST included. Exp. Date ‘The Oakville Beaver â€" Shop Locally Box 61009, Oakville, ON L6J 7P5 UNew Subscription _ URenewal Subscription QAConvert From Monthly Payment Please Check One â€" explained that she was pleased with the results of the survey that was the basis for this report and said, "We were impressed by the number of innovative and creative ideas that we came across. There are local initiaâ€" tives in all parts of this country, in both urban and rural areas. The ideas we have documented in the report should serve as an inspiration to other municipalities." Copies of the report may be obtained, free of charge, from the Canadian Housing Information Centre by phoning (613) 748â€"2098, or by writing to: Canadian Housing Information Centre, CMHC, 700 Montreal Rd, Ottawa, ON K1A OP7. â€" _ Provided by local Realtors and the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) for consumers in the real estate market. Safety Precautions As with every other room in your home, make sure all electrical fittings are shielded. Safety socket covers are an excellent way to ensure inquisitive little ones don‘t poke small metallic objects into unused electrical outlets. You should install safety latches on windows as well. Electrical radiators, light fixtures, portable fans and drapery cords can also be very dangerous, so keep them well out of the reach of youngsters. For additional ideas on decorating your child‘s room, check decorating magazines and furniture showrooms or consult a decorator. wooden toy bins which are sure to come in handy. Stacking storage baskets and lowâ€"level cupboards will also help maintain order in the room. Card Holder Name or phone