(October 9, 2025) The Town & County have received federal funding to increase housing availability and affordability in the community through the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF). HAF is a fund that supports municipalities in removing barriers to housing construction and increasing the supply of diverse, affordable, and climate-resilient housing options.
With the first round of funding, the Town & County are focused on 3 main initiatives:
- Updating policies and zoning regulations in the Town to support the construction of more missing middle and higher-density housing
- Updating policies and zoning regulations to support the construction of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in the Town and County
- Updating the Residential Improvement Bylaws in the County to expand the use of this tool to include additional infrastructure, like roads and sidewalks
A full document detailing the proposed changes is available on the project website: speakupland.ca/Antigonish-haf
We want to hear your thoughts on the proposed amendments to the Town and County’s planning documents. Visit the project website to learn more and share your thoughts by taking the public survey.
The engagement period is open until November 4th, 2025.
