There are over 105,115 households on Toronto’s affordable housing waitlist, with wait times ranging from 9 to 15 years. The lack of affordable housing has contributed to increased emergency shelter use and the broader homelessness crisis in our city.
Our affordable housing sites provide accommodations to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Many tenants have previously spent years living rough outdoors, in city shelters, in unhealthy and sub-standard conditions, or in a correctional or health institution. On-site staff run programs, connect tenants to other support services and provide information about the local community.
Dunn House
Dunn House is Canada’s first-ever social medicine supportive housing that provides safe, permanent, and accessible housing for 51 people with complex medical and social needs, many of whom have frequent hospital visits through the emergency department. This groundbreaking project prescribes housing as medicine, integrating healthcare with supportive housing.
Learn more about how this model works in practice through coverage by the Toronto Star and CityNews Toronto, highlighting how housing, health, and support services come together to transform lives.
This initiative, a partnership between University Health Network, City of Toronto, United Way Greater Toronto, and Fred Victor addresses the urgent need for stable housing solutions that combine healthcare services. Located at 90 Dunn Avenue, Dunn House is a four-storey modular building offering affordable, supportive housing for people exiting homelessness.
Each 275-square-foot studio apartment includes a kitchenette, living area, and bathroom, with 15 barrier-free units designed for those using mobility devices. The building is pet-friendly and features communal spaces, a community garden, and an on-site commercial kitchen.
Fred Victor provides 24/7 on-site supports, including housing stabilization, mental health services, harm reduction, personal support worker assistance, and daily meals. Staff work closely with tenants to help them maintain their housing, develop personal goals, and engage in community-building activities. Dunn House focuses on improving health outcomes by reducing emergency department visits and hospital readmissions, creating a supportive environment where tenants can thrive.
This initiative especially supports women, Indigenous Peoples, and people with disabilities, ensuring that residents receive services tailored to their unique needs.
501 Logan Avenue Housing
This permanent housing program, located in a welcoming three-story home, provides a supportive environment for 10 men who can live independently. Each resident enjoys the privacy of a self-contained room with a fridge, while the kitchen and bathroom facilities are shared on each floor, promoting a sense of community. Our housing support program is dedicated to helping residents stabilize their housing situation, with a focus on eviction prevention and ongoing support.
To nurture a cohesive and supportive household, monthly tenant meetings are held in the common living area. Residents can also engage in meaningful community development activities, such as gardening, informal coffee chats, and participating in events at the 40 Oaks Community Hub. These activities include outings to the AGO, Toronto Island, and celebrations of holidays, all designed to help residents build connections and rebuild their lives.
To qualify for permanent housing at 501 Logan House, applicants must identify as male, be able to live independently, and qualify for rent-geared-to-income (RGI) or affordable housing. Applicants must also require housing stabilization support.
40 Oaks Housing Community
Born from the vision of creating deeply affordable housing in Regent Park, 40 Oaks is home to 100 people in 87 thoughtfully designed apartments, including bachelor, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites, with accessible units available.
At 40 Oaks, our supported housing model is designed to foster strong outcomes for residents, including faster stabilization, low turnover rates, and improved overall health and well-being. By offering direct and specialized support, we help our residents build the foundation they need to thrive.
Tenants are referred by one of six partner community service agencies or through our Fred Victor Housing Help Workers. Our dedicated staff works closely with the community to ensure everyone has access to comprehensive wraparound support. Regular tenant meetings provide opportunities for knowledge sharing and community resource information, while social events like field trips and cultural celebrations foster a sense of belonging.
Residents are encouraged to participate in the diverse Drop-in programs offered at the 40 Oaks Community Hub, including meals, skill-building workshops, and activities like gardening, BINGO, guitar, and knitting classes, Food Skills programs, and Peer Advocacy services. Housing staff and Mental Health Case Managers collaborate to provide ongoing support, ensuring that tenants have the resources they need to rebuild their lives.
This program is open to people who require low-income housing alternatives and qualify for rent-geared-to-income (RGI) or affordable housing status.
Birchmount Green Supported Housing
The Birchmount Green Supported Housing community offers 220 high-quality, purpose-built affordable and supportive housing suites, made possible through funding from the City of Toronto and support from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. This housing initiative is designed to meet the needs of parents with dependent children, as well as singles and couples with physical disabilities, all referred through the City of Toronto’s CAHS (Coordinated Access to Housing & Supports) and PATHS (Priority Access to Housing and Supports) homelessness services, including shelters, respite centres, women’s drop-ins, and Streets to Homes programs.
Fred Victor is proud to manage and support 32 of these units, providing tailored support to help residents stabilize their housing, access necessary resources, and rebuild their lives.
Dawes Road Housing
Dawes Road Housing provides 48 units designed for families, singles, and couples, offering a welcoming and inclusive environment. The community features an outdoor recreational area and a community garden, creating spaces for residents to relax, engage in physical activities, and connect with one another, fostering a vibrant and supportive community.
To qualify, applicants must meet the criteria for RGI or affordable housing in Ontario, which includes proof of status in Canada and income verification.
Access to this housing is available through referrals from one of our partner organizations, including Red Door, Legion, PACE, YWCA, LOFT, Covenant House, or through Fred Victor’s Bridging Housing and Community Stabilization program and Housing Support Workers.
Kingston House
Kingston House offers deeply affordable studio apartments with case management support and community development services, dedicated to helping seniors, youth, and adults who are experiencing chronic homelessness. Referrals to this housing are made through the City of Toronto’s PATHS Coordinated Access system, with all residents qualifying for Rent Simplification.
This housing initiative responds to the growing number of people experiencing homelessness in Toronto, aiming to provide a safe and supportive environment for those in need. The site has 2 buildings, the renovated motel and the five-storey modular building, which together provide 86 homes with 24/7 on-site supports.
The studio apartments, each equipped with a bathroom and kitchen, are designed for people who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness, including women, Indigenous residents, seniors, people with disabilities, and others. Staff at Kingston House work closely with tenants to help them maintain their housing, develop both short- and long-term goals, and engage in community development activities. This supportive environment is designed to respect and meet the needs of tenants who may be dealing with mental health challenges, addictions, trauma, abuse, and social isolation, while recognizing and honouring the diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds of the residents.
Mortimer Avenue Housing
Mortimer Avenue Housing offers 32 units designed to meet the needs of diverse residents, including single individuals, two-parent and lone-parent families, transgender families, people with disabilities, and youth living independently but supported by the Crown. This inclusive community features a shared cooking area and a communal space where residents can gather and celebrate together, fostering a strong sense of community and connection.
To qualify, applicants must meet the criteria for RGI or affordable housing in Ontario, which includes proof of status in Canada and income verification.
Access to this housing is available through referrals from one of our partner organizations, including Red Door, Legion, PACE, YWCA, LOFT, Covenant House, or through Fred Victor’s Bridging Housing and Community Stabilization program and Housing Support Workers.
Palace Street Housing
This 10-storey apartment building in the Canary District, part of the legacy from the Athletes’ Village for the Pan Am/Parapan Am Games, now serves as a vibrant community for approximately 300 people, including children and youth. Offering secure and affordable housing, the building provides supportive rent-geared-to-income (RGI) and affordable housing options for families and single adults. Residents live in shared, one, two, three, and four-bedroom units, creating a diverse and supportive community.
To qualify, applicants must meet the criteria for RGI or affordable housing in Ontario, which includes proof of status in Canada and income verification. Access to this housing is available through referrals from one of our partner organizations, including Red Door, Legion, PACE, YWCA, LOFT, Covenant House, or through Fred Victor’s Bridging Housing and Community Stabilization program and Housing Support Workers.