Two new property acquisitions expand supportive housing in Kingston

In an effort to advance our Strategic Plan goal of supporting housing affordability, the City will be purchasing two properties in Kingston to be used as supportive housing. This initiative was approved by Council on Aug. 12, 2025, with $3.5 million being allocated for the acquisitions. Council approved submitting conditional offers these properties at its meeting on Oct. 21, 2025.

These supportive housing units are intended for individuals who have been staying in shelters for an extended period and are ready to transition to more stable housing, but have been unable to do so due to a shortage of appropriate options. While these units are not designed for people with high needs who typically reside in encampments, they will help ease pressure on the shelter system by creating additional capacity without the need to add new shelter locations or beds.

The selected supportive housing operators of these properties will be required to conduct public engagement with neighbours, including an open house meeting.

Supportive housing plays a crucial role in the housing continuum, offering stable accommodations and essential supports to individuals who fall between emergency shelter services and independently managed affordable housing. Kingston currently has more than 235 supportive housing units spread across 28 locations. Further information about supportive housing properties in Kingston can be found in Council Report 25-218 from Sept. 2, 2025.

We remain committed to keeping the community informed as we work to wind down emergency shelter services at 38 Cowdy Road (Adelaide Street Shelter) and expand supportive and affordable housing availability in Kingston.