$248,329 announce for RR Dist. affordable housing

News Release
Mun. Affairs

Rainy River will get $248,329 for repairs to affordable housing as part of the government’s plan to help low-income families succeed, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Jim Watson announced March 17, 2008.
The funding for Rainy River is part of the McGuinty government’s $100 million investment to assist with repairs of about 4,000 affordable housing units across Ontario.
The government will also invest $135 million over three years in a dental care plan for low income families. Public health units, community health centres, dentists and dental hygienists will provide prevention and treatment services.
Finally, the government will help students from low-income families by expanding school breakfast and snack programs. The Student Nutrition Program will be doubled with a three-year $32 investment to expand existing services. These programs currently provide healthy snack and meals for 400,000 kids across Ontario.
“This new funding will mean better quality housing for Rainy River families,” said Watson. “We want everyone in Ontario to have the opportunity to succeed, no matter where they come from.”
“Ontario is only at its best when all of us are working, building and dreaming together,” said Premier McGuinty. “Supporting each other is not only the right thing to do, it is also the smart thing to do, and part of our plan for a stronger economy.”