The federal government plans to spend $3.7 billion on new housing stock for the military.
There will be more housing units coming to CFB Kingston.
Defense minister David McGuinty announced on Wednesday the launch of the second phase of Canada’s national housing construction program.
The federal government is planning to spend $3.7 billion on new housing stock for the military.
That amounts to 7,500 new one or two-bedroom units in 25 communities where a Canadian Forces Base operates. 900 of those units are earmarked for Kingston.
There were no details on when construction will take place or when it will be completed.
In a news release, the investment in military housing will play a strategic role in strengthening the domestic supply chain. Phase 2 of the construction program will support substantial labour demand nationwide, creating thousands of jobs years over the program’s duration, and drive procurement of Canadian materials—such as steel, lumber, concrete, and mechanical and electrical systems, supporting Canadian industry competitiveness.
Story by Ken Hashizume
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