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On November 26th, 2024, Nova Scotians head to the polls. Housing and homelessness are key issues facing our communities. During the campaign, consider asking candidates what actions they will take to address housing and homelessness, if elected. Learn more about … Continue reading →

Census of Canada data allows communities to monitor trends over time. The South Shore Housing Action Coalition has been tracking household, income and housing related census data indicators from 2006 to 2021. The Lunenburg and Queens Counties Households, Income & … Continue reading →

It is through strong leadership and a commitment to collaboration, that we may work together to take action on issues in our communities. Since 2010 SSHAC has been building awareness and facilitating action on the need for healthy, safe and … Continue reading →

The long-anticipated Nova Scotia Housing Need Reports were released in October 2023. We are pleased to be sharing the Provincial Report, including the key findings, as well as reports for the municipalities in Lunenburg and Queens Counties.

About the Housing Accelerator Fund Announced by the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) in March 2023, the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) will provide incentive funding (contributions) to local governments to encourage local initiatives that remove barriers to housing supply, … Continue reading →

The 2023 Short-Term Rental Status Report provides a snapshot of the short-term rental market for each of the municipal units across Lunenburg and Queens Counties Nova Scotia.

SSHAC Submission to the Nova Scotia Affordable Housing Commission SSHAC provided input during the Nova Scotia Affordable Housing Commission’s (NSAHC) engagement process this spring. You can read our submission here The NSAHC has released their recommendations based on what they … Continue reading →

SSHAC Submission to MODL2040

The South Shore Housing Action Coalition was invited to participate in the February 25th meeting of the Provincial Standing Legislative Committee on Natural Resources and Economic Development. We took this opportunity to raise concerns about rural housing realities and offer … Continue reading →

Municipal elections are happening on October 17th across Nova Scotia this year. Access to healthy, safe and affordable housing options for all members of our communities is a growing challenge. Municipal governments can take action to support the development of … Continue reading →