In the last 20 years, PARC has had the opportunity to acquire and secure affordable homes in Parkdale for our community. Our mission remains to provide a home and the right tools for our tenants to live independently and safely.  

Acquisition is the fastest way to get new units into the system given the time it takes (an average of three to five years) to build new housing units. PARC continues to see acquisition as a solution to the ongoing housing crisis in our neighbourhood and has acquired 6 properties since we first started providing supportive housing in 2000. 

Once properties are secured, there is significant work required to ensure they are safe, adequate and well-maintained. This is our priority as we navigate many challenges including decades of significant infrastructure repairs and upgrades to plumbing, wiring, and changes in the building and fire codes required to make them safe and comfortable for tenants.   

PARC uses a Housing First approach as mandated by our funders and reflects a belief of recovery for tenants as it provides immediate access to rent supplements and mental health support services to people who are homeless and have a mental illness.