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Little Burgundy Residents wants Fair and Affordable Housing
Tenants formed the committee to influence housing policy and preserve their community.
Little Burgundy, Montreal, QC April – 2nd, 2025
The Little Burgundy Residents Committee (LBRC) is launching an advocacy campaign which will help protect affordable housing in this little Burgundy neighborhood. As redevelopment planned had already started, the LBRC wants local authorities to adopt those policies that prioritize tenants rights and help preserve the community’s integrity. The LBRC will host the town committee meeting on April 26th to support and call out city official to prioritize tenants rights.
“There are many families concerned about the rising rent and redevelopment plan that doesn’t consider the needs of the residents who have live here for so long,” says Krupa Gadhwana, Housing Rights Advocates. “we want to make sure that Little Burgundy remains that place where people can live happily and with affordable housing.”
Noli lauri, who is a resident said “we want housing policies that prioritize people over profit. Our community deserve the affordable housing”
The LBRC is planning to organize petitions forum and online blogs which will feature community stories. “We are asking the city to consider the needs of current residents and make policies which will protect residents”, says Krupita Lorence, Committee head.
About Organization
The Little Burgundy Residents Committee (LBRC) is a nonprofit organization based in Montreal, it is dedicated to make sure fair housing policies and community involvement in urban development plan. It was founded in 1968, ever since it has been the voice of protecting the rights of tenants in Little Burgundy. This organization works closely with residents, policymakers and housing activists to help promote tenant protection and push for urban development project which will benefits everyone in the community.
Contact Information:
To get more information please contact
Krupa Gadhwana
Public relation Manager
250-896-9856