Image: X/Twitter, Gregor Robertson / Federal Housing Minister Gregor Robertson speaks in Abbotsford Wednesday (Nov. 12). 

By Mike Vanden Bosch

Housing projects in Abbotsford

Abbotsford to have 234 secure rental homes built thanks to federal, provincial funding

Nov 13, 2025 | 9:23 AM

ABBOTSFORD — The federal and provincial governments have committed joint funding toward building 234 secure rental homes through two projects in Abbotsford.

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) announced Wednesday that the federal government will supply approximately $72 million in funding and partner with the B.C. government, City of Abbotsford and Affordable Housing Societies toward the two projects.

The announcement took place at 2946 Horn Street, where 104 new rental homes are being built for middle and moderate-income families, seniors and individuals. CMHC says this marks the first project under construction being delivered through the Canada-BC Builds Agreement where both governments commit a combined $4 billion in repayable loans to deliver more housing and more affordability than either could achieve alone.

The project features mix of one-two and three-bedroom homes to accommodate the needs of a diverse population. There will also be indoor and outdoor community amenity spaces, and new walking trails that provide easy access to schools in the neighbourhood.

The province of B.C., through BC Builds at BC Housing, is providing a $13.2-million grant to support the development of these homes. This investment is part of the Province’s broader $19-billion housing strategy and reflects its commitment to delivering attainable housing for middle-income families, seniors, and individuals.

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Montecito, the second project receiving federal funding, will provide an additional 130 new rental homes for Abbotsford. Located at 32123 George Ferguson Way, the homes will be designed to meet the changing needs of residents and include a number of smaller self-contained units that are highly sought after by a range of demographics.

The announcement was made by federal Housing Minister Gregor Robertson, South Surrey-White Rock MP Ernie Klassen, Abbotsford Mayor Ross Siemens and Stephen Bennett, Chief Executive Officer, Affordable Housing Societies.

“These two projects in Abbotsford will make a real impact on lives in this city, and it’s another step forward in our bold, ambitious plan to build Canada strong. Our Government is proud to support this initiative, as we work hard to build strong, affordable communities across the country,” Robertson said.