The City of Kingston is receiving $3,200,000 from the Ontario government through the third round of the Building Faster Fund, which provides funding to municipalities that achieve at least 80 per cent of their provincially-designated housing targets.
In 2025, Kingston broke ground on 1,011 new homes, exceeding its annual target by 26 per cent.
The funding will help the City of Kingston build more homes and community infrastructure while advancing the province’s plan to protect Ontario by investing in projects that support economic growth and keep workers on the job.
“Kingston’s strong results show what is possible when municipalities remove barriers and move projects forward to get more homes built,” said Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. “This funding will provide the city with more tools to build on its success, supporting its long-term growth.”
“Kingston continues to make progress when it comes to building the housing our community needs,” said Bryan Paterson, mayor of Kingston. “Surpassing our provincial housing target is a reflection of the work happening across our city and the collaboration between all levels of government, builders, partners and our community. The Building Faster Fund recognizes that progress and helps support the infrastructure and initiatives needed to keep housing moving from plans to reality. We’re focused on creating a Kingston where people can find a place to call home today and for generations to come.”
“Like many of the communities within our riding, Kingston has been greatly impacted by the challenges that come with exponential growth,” said John Jordan, MPP for Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston. “This investment addresses the need to meet realistic housing targets, as we respond to current demand and plan for future population growth. We’re unlocking more housing and building critical infrastructure that will protect communities, keep workers on the job, and lay the groundwork for a stronger economy.”
