York Region advancing solutions to address urgent housing needs
Newmarket – The Regional Municipality of York is developing new affordable housing and community space in the Town of Georgina, as approved by York Regional Council to address the housing crisis.
York Region recently purchased property at 187-195 The Queensway South in the Town of Georgina to provide 86 affordable housing units, including community, transitional and emergency options, and approximately 8,000 square feet of community space.
“Increasing the supply of affordable housing is a top priority for York Regional Council,” said York Region Chairman and CEO Eric Jolliffe. “The Queensway South development brings together expanded housing options and a welcoming community space where people feel supported and connected. It’s an exciting step forward, and when local communities and all levels of government work together, we can create a future where everyone has a safe and affordable place to call home.”
Rising housing costs continue to limit options for low and moderate-income households across the Region. In 2024, York Region’s subsidized housing wait list reached 18,419 households, with 4,500 new applications. The Region’s current supply of 7,079 community housing units is not meeting growing demand.
“York Region is actively exploring strategies to accelerate the delivery of affordable housing in our communities,” said Town of Newmarket Mayor John Taylor, Chair of the Region’s Housing and Homelessness Committee. “This initiative is part of a broader investment that promotes housing stability, and we look forward to working with the Town of Georgina on advancing our shared objective to expand affordable housing options to residents.”
“Everyone deserves access to safe and affordable housing,” said Town of Georgina Mayor Margaret Quirk. “We appreciate the Region’s commitment to investing in a comprehensive solution in the Town of Georgina, including approximately 8,000 square feet of new community space for local community organizations to continue to support our residents. The Region’s approach aligns with our local objectives and together, we are building stronger communities where everyone can thrive.”
Community members are invited to learn more about the 187-195 The Queensway South project at an upcoming Community Open House.
Where: Georgina Ice Palace Hall (90 Wexford Drive, Town of Georgina)
When: Tuesday, February 24, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Learn more about this project at york.ca/TheQueenswaySouth
The Regional Municipality of York consists of nine local cities and towns and provides a variety of programs and services to 1.29 million residents and 57,000 businesses with approximately 624,000 employees. More information about York Region’s key service areas is available at york.ca/RegionalServices
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Media Contact:
Tamara Ostrowski, Corporate Communications, The Regional Municipality of York
Phone: 905-251-6412
Email: @email
