Town of St. Marys Launches Community Video Series Highlighting Attainable Housing Solutions

The Town of St. Marys has launched a new video series that puts real people and real housing solutions at the centre of an important community conversation. The series features local residents, builders, and developers sharing their experiences and perspectives on attainable housing and how thoughtful planning can support a growing and inclusive community.

Through personal stories and practical examples, the videos explore a range of housing options already taking shape in St. Marys. Viewers will learn how creative solutions such as accessory dwelling units, multigenerational living, flexible home design, infill development, and long-term community focused building can help address housing needs at different stages of life.

The series also highlights the role the Town plays in supporting these initiatives by working collaboratively with homeowners, builders, and developers to remove barriers and encourage innovative housing approaches.

The video series connects directly to the Town of St. Marys Attainable Housing Action Plan, known as Opening Doors, which demonstrates the Town’s commitment to increasing housing supply and choice. Developed by a housing expert and shaped through consultation with developers, builders, and community members, the plan was approved by Council and sets a clear vision for the future of housing in St. Marys.

Opening Doors establishes a goal of creating 200 new rental units in the community by 2027, with 30 of those units falling into the attainable housing category. The plan identifies four key focus areas that guide action and progress. These include Policies, Programs and Incentives, Land, and an Implementation Team dedicated to advancing housing initiatives.

Together, the video series and the Opening Doors plan show how St. Marys is taking a proactive, balanced approach to housing by listening to the community, encouraging innovation, and using every available tool to support sustainable growth.

Residents are encouraged to watch the video series and learn more about how attainable housing is shaping the future of St. Marys on the Town of St. Marys YouTube channel (@TownofStMarys-vf3sx)

If you want to learn more, get updates, or ask questions, please reach out to Grant Brouwer (Director of Building & Development) at gbrouwer@town.stmarys.on.ca or visit the Town of St. Marys Attainable Housing Action Plan webpage at https://www.townofstmarys.com/housing.

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For media inquiries:
Lauren Thomson-Vernooy | Marketing and Communications Specialist
519-284-2340, ext. 432 | lthomson@town.stmarys.on.ca