In August 2024, Council authorized City staff to proceed with the agreement of purchase and sale for the acquisition of the Fox Ridge Community Care facility at 389 West Street, Brantford.
The acquisition of 389 West Street is an investment in short and long-range planning for temporary and permanent housing options in Brantford.
The vision for this property is to develop the existing building and land for various temporary and permanent housing options along the housing continuum, utilizing a phased approach, prioritizing greatest community need to fully realize the potential of the property.
Initial construction is anticipated to begin in the latter half of 2025.