The Governments of Quebec and Canada have announced a new financial commitment to complete the final phase of the Val‑Martin project’s South Block, paving the way for the reconstruction of 140 low‑rent housing units. These homes will add to the substantial progress already made in earlier phases, which delivered 124 reconstructed units, 235 newly built units, and the Simonne‑Monet‑Chartrand Community Centre. The tendering process for this final phase is now underway and will determine both the project’s budget and construction timeline.
“Revitalizing Val-Martin is an ambitious project that reflects our commitment to building safe, high-quality living environments that meet the diverse needs of low-income households,” said Karine Boivin Roy, Quebec Minister Responsible for Housing. “Val-Martin embodies a long-term vision that, with today’s announcement, is moving closer to becoming a reality. The Government of Quebec has supported the project at every stage. Once again, we are reaffirming our commitment to the people of Laval and Quebec to increase the supply of affordable housing.”
When redevelopment began, the Val‑Martin complex contained 534 low‑rent housing units. Once all phases are complete, increased density across the site is expected to accommodate 650 additional units, bringing the total to 1,220.
The new investment is being made through the Société d’habitation du Québec’s (SHQ) low‑rental housing renovation program, created to deliver funding allocated under Initiative 2 of the Canada–Quebec Housing Agreement. In parallel, the Office municipal d’habitation de Laval is advancing a separate project to rebuild 74 low‑rent housing units in the northern portion of the sector.
The SHQ works to meet the housing needs of Quebecers by increasing supply across the province for people with low or moderate incomes and for those with special needs. It supports partners involved in construction, renovation, property management, and home adaptation, and provides direct financial assistance to low‑income households to help them pay their rent.
“Thanks to the Canada-Quebec Housing Agreement, the community has been able to begin the revitalization of Val-Martin,” added Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister Responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada. “The success of this long-term project demonstrates a shared commitment to supporting residents, strengthening the community’s well-being and enabling more Laval residents to access affordable housing.”
