FIVE SHORT-TERM _ housing initiatives are currently being undertak- en to improve housing conditions for low- income seniors, families, Aboriginals and for vic- tims of family violence. . “These initiatives will gen- erate approximately 2,300 jobs and will improve the tiv- ing conditions of low-income Canadians," noted Diane Murleau, Minister responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation . (CMHC). “We will be asking provinces and territories to work with us, as they have in the past, to increase the eco- nomic impact of these initia- tives.” Smail independent - resi- dential contractors ‘will enjoy substantial economic benefits as’a result of these initiati which include: Home” Adaptations for. : » Senio vides; Independence . pro- ontributions of up to : -.$2;500' for-home: adaptations -that’ will ‘allow: low-income seniors to continue to live in their own homes independent- :. ly. Over 2,000 households are “expected to, benefit from this : initiative. : ; Victims of family viotence ais pears AHOLD HO a RPI ai! tions fora will have access to improved shelter facilitics under the Shelter Enhancement Program. The initiative will provide capital funding to upgrade existing shelters to mect basic health, safety and security requirements and address the needs of older clients and persons with dis- abilities. A limited number of new shelters could be built where there is a demonstrated need. There will be approxi- mately 1,000 shelter beds that will benefit from this initia- tive. The Remote housing ini- tiative. targeted to low- income households living in smaller remote communities, will provide capital grants for home construction. The client households would be required to. provide volunteer labor. Over 170.‘households. will .. benefit from this initiative. The On-reserve remote housing initiative targeted to households on reserves in “remote ‘areas,. also ‘provides funds. for home construction “ through capital: grants. Local bands will be involved in all! aspects of planning, delivery, _ constriction and ., property management. It is expected - that some 150 households will benefit from this initiative. » The, -extension © Of the 1542 Cyprecs Way, Gibsons. H for your BBQs.": » Catt a Lyon 885-3277 (2a rs. ). Gibsons - i ‘Move your family in! Large 4 bdrm, 3 bath, fam- ily room, hot tué, fenced yard, view from master bdrm deck, Perfectly located in great area close “to beach & town. Call Lynnette 896-2277 (241 hrs. ) ‘$189,900 | ; ‘immaculate 3 bedroom rancher. in quiet area. : 5 Parfect layout for retirees or small family. Great private, fenced back garden, with large sundeck i " announcement ing crunch Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program (RRAP) originally announced fast December, includes assistance for low- income homeowners to bring their homes up to safety and health standards, and for per- sons with disabilities to make their homes accessible. Funds are also being allocated for the the Emergency Repair Program, which provides for urgent repair of existing hous- ing in rural areas, and Rental and Rooming House RRAP, targeted to rental accommoda- tions. Marleau made the during