Official opening of the Résidence de l’Ancrage in L’Isle-Verte: 20 social and affordable housing units for seniors

L’Isle-Verte, Quebec, June 19, 2025

The governments of Quebec and Canada, the Municipality of L’Isle-Verte and the Corporation Les amis des ainés de L’Isle-Verte today marked the official opening of the Résidence de l’Ancrage, a 20-unit social and affordable housing project for semi-independent seniors in L’Isle-Verte. This project required a total investment of over $12.4 million.

The event was attended by Sonia Bélanger, Quebec Minister Responsible for Seniors and Minister for Health, on behalf of France-Élaine Duranceau, Quebec Minister Responsible for Housing; Amélie Dionne, Member of the National Assembly for Rivière-du-Loup–Témiscouata and Vice-Chair of the Committee on Culture and Education; Ginette Caron, Mayor of L’Isle-Verte; and Daniel Gauthier, President of the Corporation Les amis des ainés de L'Isle-Verte.

The Government of Quebec contributed more than $5.6 million through the Société d’habitation du Québec (SHQ) for construction of the building. The SHQ is also securing the corporation’s mortgage loan. The Government of Canada contributed $5.1 million through the second Canada-Quebec Rapid Housing Initiative Agreement. The Municipality of L’Isle-Verte granted the corporation a 35-year tax credit worth a total of $1.2 million.

Quotes:

“Our government is sparing no effort to ensure that more Quebecers are able to enjoy a quality living environment. Our financial contribution to this project, which is especially important to the L’Isle-Verte community, enables semi-independent seniors to continue to stay in their community, close to their loved ones. We are constantly investing in new affordable housing, across all regions of Quebec and all groups.”
— France-Élaine Duranceau, Quebec Minister Responsible for Housing

“Thanks to the Canada-Quebec Agreement on the Rapid Housing Initiative, our government is tackling the housing crisis across the country. The Résidence de l'Ancrage is a perfect example of how all levels of government are working together to build more affordable housing and strengthen communities.”
— The Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure

“I'm delighted to have inaugurated this new seniors' residence. This moment, while hopeful, also reminds us of the tragedy that occurred nearby eleven years ago. Since then, our government has put in place a number of measures to ensure safer living environments. Thanks to the commitment of all our partners, today's residents and their loved ones can count on a safe and welcoming environment.”
— Sonia Bélanger, Quebec Minister Responsible for Seniors and Minister for Health

“I'm delighted to be able to inaugurate this new living environment not only for the seniors of the L'Isle-Verte community, but also for the entire riding. A project of this magnitude would not be possible without an exceptional level of mobilization. In addition to the Corporation Les Amis des Aînés, I would like to highlight the essential contribution of the Municipality of L'Isle-Verte, as well as that of the partners who believed in this project and contributed to its success. This new environment represents a precious legacy for our community and an important step towards better support for our seniors.”
— Amélie Dionne, Member of the National Assembly for Rivière-du-Loup–Témiscouata and and Vice-Chair of the Committee on Culture and Education

“The Résidence de l'Ancrage is much more than a building: it's a place of comfort, dignity and closeness for our seniors. The Municipality of L'Isle-Verte is proud to have contributed to this promising project, which meets a real need in our community. I would like to thank all the partners who have worked with heart and determination to make this warm and adapted living environment a reality, enabling our citizens to age at home, in their own environment.”
— Ginette Caron, Mayor of L’Isle-Verte

“The inauguration of the Résidence de l'Ancrage marks the culmination of a dream we've been pursuing together for several years. Offering our seniors a safe, affordable and warm living environment, right here in L'Isle-Verte, was at the heart of our concerns. This project is the fruit of exceptional mobilization, a deep attachment to our seniors and a collaborative effort with committed partners. On behalf of Corporation Les Amis des Aînés, I sincerely thank the Municipality, the governments of Quebec and Canada, and all those who believed in this project and contributed to its realization.”
— Daniel Gauthier, President of the Corporation Les amis des ainés de L’Isle-Verte

Highlights:

Up to 16 of the 20 households at the Résidence de l’Ancrage are eligible for the Société d’habitation du Québec’s (SHQ) Rent Supplement Program, ensuring that they spend no more than 25% of their income on rent. This additional assistance is covered by the SHQ (90%) and the Municipality of L’Isle-Verte (10%).
Caisse Desjardins de Viger et Villeray contributed $100,000 to this project.

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