Premier Christine Fréchette and representatives from the municipality of Saint‑Lazare announced that construction of a new affordable‑housing complex will be finished in time for the first residents to move in during the fall of 2028. The development comprises 45 units that are intended to provide lower‑cost rental options for families and individuals in the area west of Montreal.
The project marks a concrete step in the province’s broader strategy to increase the supply of affordable homes. By delivering a mid‑size complex in Saint‑Lazare, officials say the initiative serves as a model for similar efforts in other Quebec communities. The premier highlighted the timing of the opening as aligning with provincial targets for expanding affordable housing stock over the coming years.
Construction of the building progressed under the oversight of municipal authorities, who coordinated with provincial agencies to ensure the units meet the criteria for affordability. The completed complex will feature a mix of one‑ and two‑bedroom apartments designed to accommodate a range of household sizes. While specific eligibility requirements were not disclosed, the units are slated to be allocated through established provincial and municipal housing programs.
Local leaders expressed confidence that the new homes will alleviate some of the pressure on the regional rental market, where demand for affordable options has risen in recent years. The timing of the opening is also expected to coincide with other provincial housing projects, reinforcing Quebec’s commitment to address housing insecurity.
The fall 2028 move‑in date positions the Saint‑Lazare development as one of the earliest completions among the province’s current wave of affordable‑housing construction. As the tenants prepare to occupy the building, officials plan to monitor the project’s impact on local housing dynamics and use the outcomes to inform future initiatives across Quebec.
The opening of the 45‑unit complex underscores the collaborative effort between provincial leadership and municipal partners to expand affordable housing opportunities for residents of Saint‑Lazare and the surrounding region.