Borden Housing Authority

Borden Housing Authority

The Borden Housing Authority (BHA) was established in 1983 to meet the need for affordable senior housing (55+) in the Village of Borden. The program is a cost-shared partnership between the Federal, Provincial, and Local Governments and provides safe, well-maintained housing for low-income seniors within the community.

Housing Overview

• Originally developed in 1983 with six self-contained one-bedroom units

• Expanded in 1989 with the construction of Idylwyld Court, a low-rise building offering:

  • Two (2) self-contained two-bedroom suites

  • Four (4) self-contained one-bedroom suites

  • Two suites designed for accessible living
    
    

• A one-bedroom relocatable unit was added in 2002 to address increasing demand

• A common room is available for tenant social activities

• All units are continually upgraded and well maintained

Rent & Inclusions

• Rent is calculated at 30% of gross monthly income

• Minimum rent: $326 per month

• Maximum rent:

  • $715 per month (one-bedroom)

  • $810 per month (two-bedroom)
    
    

Rent includes:

• Refrigerator, stove, washer, and dryer

• Heat, water, and sewer

• Garbage and recycling collection

• Building and yard maintenance

Governance

The Borden Housing Authority is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors appointed through a provincial ministerial order. The Board is responsible for policy direction, oversight, and ensuring the fair and efficient administration of housing programs.

Board responsibilities include:

• Hiring and overseeing the Housing Manager

• Reviewing tenant selection processes

• Employing a Caretaker to manage upkeep and maintenance

Board of Directors

• Chair: Rhonda Siery

• Vice-Chair: Ivan Youchezin

• Members:

  • Melissa Braun

  • John Longmore

  • Karine Hamm

Nominating Committee

• Provincial Representative: Vacant

• Mayor: Cody Bradshaw

Contact Information

• Housing Manager: Chyanne Hawkins — 306-827-7561

• Caretaker: Greg Worona — 306-997-5787