On May 27, 2026, Madame Diana Fox Carney, spouse of the Right Honourable Mark Carney, Member of Parliament for Nepean and Prime Minister of Canada, attended the grand opening of 20 Dunbar Court, a new affordable housing development in Nepean that will provide 31 new homes for local residents in need of housing support.
During the event, Madame Fox Carney, who was joined by Member of Parliament for Ottawa West-Nepean Anita Vandenbeld; Member of Provincial Parliament Tyler Watt; Mayor of Ottawa Mark Sutcliffe; Councillor Tim Tierney, First Vice-President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities; and Councillor Sean Devine, presented a special letter from Prime Minister Carney, who recognised the Nepean Housing Corporation (NHC)'s Board of Directors, staff, partners, and supporters for their longstanding commitment to expanding affordable housing opportunities for low-income residents in the community.
In his message, the Prime Minister thanked the organisation for its leadership in addressing housing needs in Nepean and highlighted the important role that community-based housing providers play in helping build a stronger Canada where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. "20 Dunbar Court reflects the core priorities of Canada’s National Housing Strategy" said Prime Minister Carney. "(It is ) expanding affordable housing supply, supporting accessibility for people of all abilities, and advancing climate-resilient, net-zero–ready construction."
The project received approximately $4 million in federal funding, with the total net-zero development costing $11.7 million. Developed by the NHC, the innovative three-storey apartment building expands the organisation's existing portfolio of 42 affordable townhomes through the addition of 31 new homes and represents a significant investment in building stronger, more inclusive communities. Constructed to passive house standards, the development offers residents comfortable, energy-efficient, and affordable homes to Nepean's newest residents while contributing to a more sustainable future.
Originally envisioned in 2017, 20 Dunbar Court reflects what thoughtful planning, strong partnerships, and community-focused development can achieve. Built with sustainability and livability in mind, the development includes net-zero-ready design, 100% electric heating, cooling and hot water, solar shading panels, enhanced insulation, universal design and accessibility features, bright interiors, and shared community spaces.
Madame Fox Carney joined by Member of Parliament for Ottawa West-Nepean Anita Vandenbeld; Member of Provincial Parliament Tyler Watt; Mayor of Ottawa Mark Sutcliffe; Councillor Tim Tierney, First Vice-President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities; Councillor Sean Devine, Nepean Housing Corporation (NHC)'s Board of Directors, staff, partners, and supporters at the grand opening of 20 Dunbar Court on May 27th, 2026.
NHC president Laurene Wagner shared how the project was made possible through funding from multiple levels of government and through collaboration between community partners, demonstrating what can be achieved when organisations work together to address local housing challenges. " “It’s all about providing affordable, comfortable homes where dreams begin, where opportunities are created, and where community is celebrated”, she said.
The Government of Canada is making historic investments to increase the supply of homes and improve housing affordability for Canadians. Through the Affordable Housing Fund, the federal government is investing $14.6 billion to support the construction and repair of affordable housing across the country. In addition, the Apartment Construction Loan Program has been expanded to more than $55 billion in financing to help accelerate the construction of tens of thousands of new purpose-built rental homes. The government is also investing in non-profit, co-operative, and community housing to ensure more Canadians have access to affordable and stable places to live.
The federal government is also working with provinces, territories, and municipalities to remove barriers to homebuilding through initiatives such as the $4 billion Housing Accelerator Fund, which rewards local governments that reform zoning, streamline approvals, and increase housing supply. Complementing these efforts, the $6 billion Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund is helping communities build the roads, water, wastewater, and other essential infrastructure needed to support new housing developments. Together, these investments are helping build more homes faster, strengthen communities, and make housing more attainable for Canadians.