The Collective Is Featured in NRU Publishing

We are thrilled to share that The Collective development at 159 Ontario Street in St. Catharines was featured in the July 22, 2026 issue of Novae Res Urbis (NRU) Greater Toronto & Hamilton Area!

Transforming the Former Hotel Dieu Hospital Site

The article highlights the tremendous momentum behind this landmark project, which officially broke ground last month. Transforming the former Hotel Dieu Hospital site, this 18-storey mixed-use development represents the largest affordable co-operative housing project in Niagara Region's history.

Key highlights from the article include:

• Major Federal Investment: A monumental $183 million funding commitment from the federal government to help deliver 492 affordable rental homes.
• Community-Centric Amenities: Beyond much-needed housing, the development will feature grade-level commercial space, shared resident amenities, and a new public trail connection traversing the site.
• City & Regional Support: Strong municipal backing, including tax increment financing (TIF) incentives from the City of St. Catharines to support 100% affordable housing delivery.
• Strategic Collaboration: A vital partnership between developer ELEVATE LIVING, the City of St. Catharines, Niagara Region, and The Collective Housing Co-operative.

"The future of housing relies on this kind of vital collaboration between the public, private, and non-profit sectors to truly move the needle for our community."

— Drew Toth, CEO of ELEVATE LIVING

Where to Read the Article

Check out our social media channels to view a 1-page excerpt from the feature!

Publication Details:

• Publication: Novae Res Urbis (NRU) — Greater Toronto & Hamilton Area (Vol. 29, No. 29)
• Issue Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026

To read the complete article and stay updated on urban planning and development news across the region, full articles and digital editions are available by subscription at www.nrupublishing.com.