Nearly 450 new affordable homes are now under construction in Brampton and Mississauga, marking a significant step toward addressing Peel Region’s growing housing needs.
The three government-supported housing projects are expected to deliver 449 new affordable rental units by 2027, offering a mix of unit sizes and affordability levels designed to support residents facing different housing challenges across Peel.
The developments are being funded through partnerships involving the federal government, the Ontario government, Peel Region, and local housing providers.
The new homes come at a time when Brampton, Mississauga, and the broader Peel Region continue facing serious housing affordability pressures, including rising rents, growing wait-lists, and increased demand for supportive and accessible housing.
One of the projects is Creekside Apartments, a four-storey building now under construction at 1639 Lakeshore Road West in Mississauga. The development will provide 51 affordable units for people facing housing insecurity, including women, racialized residents, individuals living with mental health challenges, people dealing with addiction, and residents with physical or developmental disabilities.
The transit-oriented development will include wellness-focused amenities and will be located close to schools, parks, social services, and the Clarkson Business Improvement Area commercial corridor.
The Creekside Apartments project is receiving $1.8 million through the Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative, along with a federal investment of $19.7 million through the Rapid Housing Initiative. According to City of Mississauga documents, the building will also include ground-floor commercial space.
The site was previously occupied by a single-storey commercial building before it was purchased by Indwell Community Homes for the purpose of building deeply subsidized and supportive rental housing in partnership with Peel Region.
Indwell Regional Director Jess Brand said the project reflects strong cooperation among governments and community partners.
“We look forward to welcoming each individual and some families early next year,” Brand said.
In Brampton, construction is also underway on Chelsea Gardens, a 20-storey affordable housing tower on Knightsbridge Road. The project will include 200 affordable housing units and will be centrally located near a major transit station, grocery stores, and a shopping centre.
The building will also include a library and administrative support areas, helping create a more complete community setting for residents.
Chelsea Gardens is receiving more than $7.2 million through the Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative, while the federal government previously announced $42.5 million through the Affordable Housing Fund. Peel Region is also supporting the development.
The new tower will add to the existing Chelsea Gardens community, which already includes two 13-storey buildings with 250 units.
Another major Brampton project is Basswood Senior Residences, a nine-storey building located at 527 Main Street North. The development will provide 198 affordable rental units for older adults.
The site is designed to give seniors easy access to transit, essential services, support programs, community services, and health resources.
More than one-third of the units will be fully wheelchair-barrier-free and will include accessible features such as pull-under cooktops, accessible millwork, and transfer spaces.
Basswood Senior Residences is receiving more than $6.9 million through the Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative, along with a $37-million federal investment through the Affordable Housing Fund. Peel Region is also funding the project.
According to Peel Region, Basswood is expected to become Brampton’s first tall mass timber residential project, making it notable not only for its affordable housing contribution but also for its innovative construction approach.
Together, the three projects represent an important investment in housing stability, accessibility, and community wellbeing across Peel.
They also reflect the growing recognition that affordable housing must serve a wide range of residents, including seniors, families, people with disabilities, individuals experiencing housing insecurity, and those requiring supportive housing services.
As Brampton and Mississauga continue to grow, officials say projects like these are critical to ensuring residents can remain in their communities while accessing safe, affordable, and appropriate housing.
With 449 new homes expected by 2027, the developments offer hope to hundreds of residents and families seeking stability in one of Ontario’s fastest-growing and most expensive regions.