New Housing Developments and Proposed Projects

York Region works with various partners to develop safe, affordable and stable housing options that meet the needs of residents.

Building community housing fosters inclusive communities, helps prevent homelessness and promotes economic stability by reducing housing costs.

Community Hub Service Provider Application 

Non‑profits: need space to grow your programs? Join York Region’s Community Hub roster and be considered for current and future locations. Apply as an Anchor Agency or Drop‑In Service Provider today.

Join the York Region Community Hub Roster

Sites now accepting applications:

Organizations may apply as one or both:

  • Anchor Agencies with dedicated space 
  • Drop‑In Service Providers offering programs on a flexible basis 

Applying does not guarantee space or create a financial commitment.

Join an upcoming information session to learn more about space opportunities, eligibility, timelines, and how non‑profit partners can get involved.

Register for the Information Session

Learn more and apply at york.ca/CommunityHubs.

New Developments Timeline

2028 - Box Grove Community Housing Development, Markham

2028 – The Queensway South Development, Georgina (Specific dates may change depending on timing of approval and permits, site and construction considerations) 

2029 - 62 Bayview Parkway Community Housing, Newmarket

Future Developments

Box Grove Community Housing Development in the City of Markham

York Region is developing new community housing on Regionally-owned land located at the corner of 14th Avenue and Donald Cousens Parkway in the Box Grove community. The building permit application is in progress, and the Request for Tender has been released with construction scheduled to begin when all approvals from the City of Markham are in place.

Visit york.ca/BoxGroveHYI for more information.

The Queensway South Development

York Region is developing new affordable housing at 187-195 The Queensway South, Keswick in the Town of Georgina. This development will offer a mix of affordable housing options and community space designed to support residents and provide services.

Visit york.ca/TheQueenswaySouth for more information. 

62 Bayview Parkway Community Housing in the Town Newmarket

York Region is planning to build new community housing at 62 Bayview Parkway in Newmarket to address the significant need for community housing and maintain a strong public legacy at the site. Planning and building permit applications are underway for this development.

Visit york.ca/62Bayview for more information.

Recently Completed Projects

Mosaic House in the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville

Construction was recently completed on Mosaic House, a new six-storey market and affordable rental apartment building with 97 residential units and ground floor non-residential space at 5676 Main Street in the community of Stouffville.

Visit york.ca/StouffvilleHYI for more information.

2023 - Unionville Commons, City of Markham

In partnership with Martinway Development Ltd., York Region constructed new affordable housing for seniors at 4310 Highway 7 East in the City of Markham.

Unionville Commons features tone residential tower consisting of two wings – one eight-storey and the other twelve – offering a total of 265 thoughtfully designed apartments for seniors. A vibrant seniors hub and community centre is also planned for the ground floor, set to open in 2026, providing a range of seniors-focused services to support the community.

2022/2023 - The Bridge, Town of Georgina and Passage House, Town of East Gwillimbury

The Bridge is an eight-unit transitional housing development located on the Sutton Youth Services site at 20898 Dalton Road in Georgina. It provides safe, temporary housing and support for youth experiencing homelessness.

Passage House is an 18-unit transitional housing building situated on The Landing campus at 18838 Highway 11 in East Gwillimbury. Co-located with Leeder Place Emergency Housing and Porter Place Men’s Shelter, it offers supportive housing for individuals and families, helping residents build the skills and stability needed to move towards permanent housing solutions.

Learn more about emergency and transitional housing in York Region.