Housing Plan 2011

North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan
2011-2016
Point Douglas Residents Committee
Acknowledgements
Funded by:
Winnipeg Housing and Homelessness Initiative 361 Hargrave Street Winnipeg, MB R3B 2K2 Tel: (204) 940-3070 Fax: (204) 940-3077 Email: ddessens@winnipeg.ca
Project Management:
Point Douglas Residents Committee 5 Beaconsfield Street Winnipeg, MB R2W 3M1 Tel: (204) 927-3827 Fax: (204) 415-0305 Email: pdrc@pointdouglas.ca www.pointdouglas.ca
Thank you to the following people for their contributions:

The residents of North Point Douglas PDRC Housing Committee members: Tyson Cormack, Adrian Stoness, Khalin McGiffen, Roanna Hepburn, Ivan Fleming, Heather Geddie, Chris McCarville, and Dale Harik. PDRC Board
North End Community Renewal Corporation 509 Selkirk Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2W 2M6 Tel: (204) 927-2343 Contact: Dale Harik, Housing Program Supervisor Email: dale@necrc.org
Roanna Hepburn, Tyson Cormack, Elaine Bishop, Karin Streu, Michelle Bruce, Gerald Brown, Ivan Fleming, Leah Decter, Martin Landy, and Phillip Cramer.
Special Thanks to:

Adrian Stoness for the Housing Inventory North Point Douglas Womens Centre Heather Geddie for her hard work and commitment to improving housing in Point Douglas
Group Facilitation and Housing Plan preparation by:

Scatliff+Miller+Murray Landscape Architects and Planners

2011-2016
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Table of Contents
PART 1| Introduction
1.1 North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2003-2008.............................4 1.2 Neighbourhood Housing Plan Update 2011: Objectives and Process................10
PART 2| Profile of North Point Douglas

2.1 History and Character...................................................................................................14 2.2 Neighbourhood Demographics....................................................................................16 2.3 Neighbourhood Housing Characteristics...................................................................25 2.4 Point Douglas Community Survey 2008..................................................................31 2.5 Planning Implications....................................................................................................33
PART 3| Maps
3.1 Location Map.................................................................................................................37 3.2 Zoning Map....................................................................................................................38 3.3 Park Facilities Map........................................................................................................39 3.4 Housing Type Map........................................................................................................40 3.5 Housing Conditions Map.............................................................................................41 3.6 Housing Ownership Map.............................................................................................42
PART 4| Community Involvement

4.1 Community Consultation Events...............................................................................45 4.1.1 Stakeholder Consultation Sessions...........................................................45 4.2.2 Public Open House.......................................................................................48 4.2 Community Consultation Results...............................................................................49 4.2.1 Stakeholder Consultation Sessions Results............................................49 4.2.2 Public Open House Results..........................................................................50 4.3 Doing Things Right and Doing the Right Things....................................................51
PART 5| Progress to Date

5.1 Community Accomplishments.....................................................................................55 5.2 Towards Effective Implementation.............................................................................60
PART 6| 2011-2016 Neighbourhood Plan.................................................................63
Appendices
Appendix A - Sources of Information..............................................................................71 Appendix B - Questionnaire...............................................................................................75
PART 1
| INTRODUCTION
Introduction
The North Point Douglas neighbourhood of Winnipeg is situated on a peninsula of the Red River, bounded on the south by the CP Rail line, east at Main Street and north at Redwood Avenue. The area has a vibrant history, first populated by First Nations people, then by Europeans who around 1815 established Fort Douglas as their first major settlement in Winnipeg. With industrial progress later that century came other changes; warehouses and wholesalers were established and working class families were attracted to the neighbourhood. Many small businesses and ethnic specialty shops were established, reflecting the areas makeup of immigrants of Ukrainian, Polish, German, Jewish, and Scandinavian descent. When the depression began, many people exited from North Point Douglas. This trend continued during the period of 1945 to 1950, as living in the suburbs became more popular. Over the next four decades, North Point Douglas saw a change in both demographics and landscape. Over time, homeowners migrated away from the area and the number of tenants increased. Once the dominant ethnic group, the number of Ukrainian residents decreased while the number of Aboriginal residents increased. North Point Douglas is now a mixed residential neighbourhood with a riverfront park, commercial activity concentrated primarily on Main Street, with industrial businesses along Sutherland Avenue. Working with all three levels of government, non-profits and other agencies, people in the community have come together to address renewal and rebuild the area into a vibrant, desirable place to live and raise a family.
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Map showing the boundaries of the North Point Douglas neighbourhood
1.1 North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2003 2008

In the year 2000, the City of Winnipeg released the Neighbourhood Designation Report which classified North Point Douglas (along with thirteen other neighbourhoods) as a Major Improvement Area, defined as an older area that has experienced significant decline to the point where housing and neighbourhood infrastructure require complete renewal. Seven indicators are used to gauge these conditions over time: housing conditions, average age of houses, selling price of houses, rental vs. owner occupied homes, poverty rate, unemployment rate and crime rate. Recognizing that an adequate supply of safe, affordable housing is a key component of neighbourhood revitalization, and is linked to a greater likelihood of positive socio-economic outcomes for individuals and households1, both the Province of Manitoba and the City of Winnipeg launched housing-related initiatives designed to assist areas like North Point Douglas. In 2002, the City of Winnipegs Housing Steering Committee designated North Point Douglas as a Housing Improvement Zone. This designation made the neighbourhood eligible for priority funding for housing improvements. However, in order to access this funding, a neighbourhood housing plan was required. To that end, in September 2002, the Province of Manitoba Neighbourhoods Alive! program and the City of Winnipeg, in partnership, awarded the North End Community Renewal Corporation (NECRC) a grant to develop a housing plan for North Point Douglas. The objective of this project was to prepare a plan for housing renewal with input from a broad range of neighbourhood stakeholders. NECRC worked closely with the Point Douglas Residents Committee and many other community groups and individuals, guided by these principles: maximum participation by community residents; no-one excluded because of race, income level, gender, sexual orientation, or disability respect for multiple viewpoints regarding a vision for housing in North Point Douglas
North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2003-2008
Welcome Home, Euclid Ave.
The North Point Douglas Housing Plan 2003-2008.
A review and update of the Housing Plan is required to help the community achieve its housing goals.
4 NORTH POINT DOUGLAS HOUSING PLAN
consensus-driven decision making using a community economic development approach
The resulting North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2003-2008 identified five strategic directions for housing renewal: 1. Fix up Owner-Occupied Housing 2. Improve and Maintain Rental Properties 3. Clean up the Neighbourhood 4. Promote Home Ownership Opportunities and Diverse Housing Choice 5. Improve Safety A thirty-three point action plan was created to support these priorities. The action plan relayed how each initiative was tied to the broader vision, its rationale, how success would be measured, identified possible partners, and set timelines. The Point Douglas Residents Committee (PDRC) was charged with overseeing the plan, and decided at the time that successful implementation was based on three factors: 1) building effective community partnerships and tapping into expertise in the public, private and non profit sectors; 2) undertaking regular plan evaluation and review; and, although NECRC was identified as having a lead role, 3) hiring a Housing Coordinator. Since 2003, a number of factors have influenced the housing environment in North Point Douglas, many drawing on initiatives found in the plan. Public and private foundation funding supports exterior fix up grants, infill housing, a Tenant-Landlord Cooperation (TLC) Program, a Housing Training Initiative (HTI) and staff resources at NECRC dedicated specifically to facilitating housing programs. The City of Winnipeg has maintained its Housing Improvement Zone designation for North End neighbourhoods, which acts as a mechanism to funnel funding through the community-based North End Housing Network for housing development projects. This translates into $160,000 per year dedicated specifically to North Point Douglas, typically supporting fix-up grants, emergency home repair, salaries for NECRC housing staff, the citys portion of the infill development program,
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PDRCs operating costs and special projects such as the Point community newsletter. In 2008, the City of Winnipeg passed the Neighbourhood Livability by-law that streamlined seventeen existing bylaws covering neighbourhood order into one package and merged enforcement officers into one team. Filing a complaint under this by-law is now simply a call to 311. The Neighbourhood Livability by-law along with the provincial Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act, has been cited as a tool the Point Douglas community has often used to demand action from officials with authority to force landlords to improve their properties, evict problem tenants and shut down centres of criminal activity.2 Regular community audits ensure that overflowing dumpsters, and other nuisance problems are reported to 311. As well, the PDRC continues to implement other grassroots activities such as applying for Urban Green Team funds to hire summer students to assist with lawn care and community gardens. PDRC has recently engaged a full time executive director who is working toward allocating more time to housing issues; however, the committee feels access to funding to support a housing program staff person full time is the best way to ensure full implementation of the 2011 - 2016 Housing Plan. The North Point Douglas Womens Centre plays a role as an advocate for housing issues in the area, working mainly with renters. As a voice to defend access to affordable, good, safe rental housing for North Point Douglas, the Womens Centre has held annual workshops on tenants rights, engaged in advocacy on behalf of tenants issues with landlords, has helped people find housing, and has often provided a place for homeless people to spend their day. Section 5.0 of this report provides a summary of Progress to Date with respect to the thirty-three initiatives found in the 2003 2008 Housing Plan, indicating those that will be brought forward to become part of the updated plan.
While grassroots housing plans are typically not afforded legal standing as a planning directive, the North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan could serve as a background study or document that would contribute to future decision-making processes related to neighbourhood planning. Section 6.0 of this plan describes the PDRCs Priority #2, to Promote Diverse Housing Choice and its three supporting initiatives; this priority in particular fits with the OurWinnipeg Complete Communities Direction Strategy, an official plan by the City of Winnipeg that provides vision and direction for development over the next twenty-five years. In 2010, the Province of Manitoba commissioned the Neighbourhoods Alive! Community Outcomes Evaluation report to determine the impact of NA! funding. Evaluation findings point to improvements such as a decrease in derelict buildings, improved tenant-landlord relations, and renovations and rehabilitation of housing stock attributable at least in part to NA! investment. However these neighbourhoods are still facing issues related to safety, economic hardship and lack of affordable housing. The report notes that direct cause and effect linkages are difficult to ascertain when attempting to measure the relationship between NA! programs and socio-economic improvements. Housing choice and tenure are affected by interest rates, market conditions, and other economic factors beyond the communitys control. Referring to recent trends in Winnipegs real estate market, the report notes in particular the average housing price in the North End has outstripped the rest of the city over the past decade.3 As well, Manitobas success in attracting immigrants, who typically seek rental housing prior to purchasing a home, has helped to create a steady demand for rental housing. Winnipegs rental vacancy rates have been hovering around 1% for the past few years (the rental market is considered balanced when the vacancy rate is 3%) and these tight conditions are expected to continue.4
Introduction
Therefore, a combination of low vacancy rates city-wide and gentrification in older neighbourhoods provides a new set of challenges for North Point Douglas as the community prepares its next five year plan. Rentals can be difficult to find, and home ownership is more expensive than ever, in a neighbourhood that continues to house people who are at greater risk of being in what the Province of Manitoba refers to as a core housing need group. Families or individuals who spend more than thirty percent of their incomes on housing are considered to be in core housing need.5 The NA! outcomes evaluation report identifies the Point Douglas Residents Committee as a community strength. The organization has been building its capacity to inform and educate people on housing issues, empowers people to take action and has worked hard over the years to stay current on community needs. In 2008, PDRC contracted the services of Point research Inc., a locally run survey initiative, to carry out a comprehensive survey of the community. 952 residents were interviewed on a variety of topics, including housing. The survey results reinforce the variety of information sources used to prepare this plan and highlights can be found in Section 2.0 of this document. The PDRC is entering into a new housing renewal planning horizon. The 2011-2016 planning process enabled the group to assess the successes and challenges of the prior plan, brought to light new issues, and enabled the group to reflect on its internal capacity and refine its strategic priorities.
The updated 2011-2016 plan, however, carries forward the communitys original vision from 2003: Our vision for North Point Douglas is a neighbourhood that works together to create a safe, clean and stable environment for all who have chosen to live and work here. A revitalized North Point Douglas will: offer good quality, well maintained, affordable housing choices for a diverse population see landlords working cooperatively with the community offer safe and attractive streets which encourage interaction and participation between neighbours offer a physical environment which encourages children to play together, individuals and families to thrive, and the sense of neighbourhood pride to grow offers a variety of programs and activities for youth and family
The following paragraphs outline the process for updating the plan, undertaken in the late fall of 2010 and into early 2011. The sections that follow in this document include: an updated neighbourhood profile including a history of the neighbourhood, findings from community consultation events and questionnaire results, progress on the thirtythree initiatives identified in the prior plan, and finally the updated 2011 - 2016 housing plan priorities and initiatives.
Introduction
1.2 Neighbourhood Housing Plan Update 2011: Objectives and Process

In Fall 2010, the PDRC, with the assistance of NECRC, retained the services of Scatliff+Miller+Murray, a planning and landscape architecture firm, to undertake a review and update of the existing North Point Douglas Housing Plan 2003-2008. The objectives of the project were to: Update the community profile with current statistics, tables and maps; Review the 33 initiatives put forward in the previous plan and reporting on whether or not (or to what degree) the PDRCs stated goals had been met; and Conduct consultation in the community in order to reaffirm support for the plans vision and intent, and to identify any new initiatives to be included in the updated plan.
The project was organized into three stages of work: 1) Information Gathering and Review Existing Plan Outcomes; 2) Community Consultation; and 3) Report Preparation. The project was overseen by the PDRC volunteer Housing Committee, who provided valuable input throughout. The PDRC and NECRC provided staffing assistance through the work of their Executive Director and Housing Program Supervisor, respectively, in support of the project. Three consultation events targeting key stakeholder groups (housing owners, renters, non-profit agencies and businesses) were held in November 2010 and a survey was distributed at the North Point Douglas Womens Centre holiday dinner, garnering 100 responses. The consultation findings, review of housing plan progress to date and the key considerations drawn from the community profile update all helped the consultant team, along with the PDRC, formulate updated priorities for the next five year planning horizon. Those results were featured at a community open house in January 2011 for further feedback. The final North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2011 - 2016 was endorsed at the PDRC Annual General Meeting on June 26, 2011.
PART 2
| PROFILE OF NORTH POINT DOUGLAS
Profile of North Point Douglas

North Point Douglas was in a cycle of decline when the PDRC was developing the housing plan in 2002/2003. Certain community characteristics were present at that time: the median selling price for homes was dropping and housing stock was aging and deteriorating 62% of households were rented as compared to 38% owned, almost the converse when compared to Winnipeg as a whole crime, unemployment and poverty rates were markedly higher than in the average Winnipeg neighbourhood
By comparing indicators related to neighbourhood demographics and housing characteristics from the earlier planning time frame to the present day, the consultant team and PDRC were able to identify how the area has changed, and the planning implications of these changes, for the next five year planning horizon. For example, there have been several improvements in housing conditions in North Point Douglas since that time: between 2000 - 2010 the average selling price of homes has increased from $15,620 to $106,767 the percentage of owner-occupied dwellings has had a small increase, from 38% to 42% $1.1 million has been invested in the area through the exterior fix-up grants program ($576,526 in grants has leveraged $524,482 contributed by property owners)
This community profile provides a brief history of North Point Douglas along with present-day insight into the people and families who live there and certain neighbourhood characteristics, such as housing conditions. Significant changes since the last housing plan was created are noted. These findings are drawn from a variety of sources such as Statistics Canada, as well as the Point Douglas Residents Committee Survey undertaken in 2008. A complete list of sources of information can be found in Appendix A.
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2.1 History and Character

North Point Douglas is a quiet peninsula in the embrace of the Red River in North Winnipeg, just north of the CP Rail line above Higgins Avenue and east of Main Street. Redwood Avenue forms the neighbourhoods northern boundary. The area has a vibrant history, initially populated by First Nations people who were conveniently located near their famous gathering point at the Forks, then by Europeans who around 1815 established Fort Douglas as their first major settlement in Winnipeg. Since then many changes have occurred in the character of the neighbourhood. When Scottish settlers moved into the area around 1815, it was an excellent site for farming and transportation. In the decade around Winnipegs incorporation (1873), prosperous families became attracted to the area and moved in. Some of the large prominent homes built during this time remain as a reminder of that time of development. Barber House on Euclid Ave, was constructed in 1862 by E.L. Barber, a prosperous merchant and realtor who laid out many of the streets in the peninsula. In Spring 2011, Barber House was rebuilt as a seniors gathering place. Between 1883 and 1896, Canadian Pacific Railway laid down tracks that separated North and South Point Douglas. With industrial progress came other changes. No longer a farming area, warehouses and wholesalers were established. Businesses such as Ogilvie Milling and Vulcan Iron Works moved into the neighbourhood, attracting working class families to Point Douglas. Because the lots in the area were originally divided for farming, there was a hasty subdivision of land to accommodate the increasing number of people to the area. While settlers from Britain and from eastern Canada came for the available land, the majority of immigrants were of Ukrainian, Polish, German, Jewish, and Scandinavian descent. Many small businesses and ethnic specialty shops were established. Though it was a time of development, it was also a time when North Point Douglas acquired a poor reputation due to the industrial smoke and noise. When the depression began, many people exited from North Point Douglas. Young people
moved because there was no work. Shopkeepers closed because there was no business. Wealthy families migrated elsewhere. Homes began to look run down from a lack of money and the grime from the factories. During the period of 1945 to 1950, repairs and improvements were done. Unfortunately, it was also a time when the number of cars increased, and there was a trend towards living in the suburbs. With the beginning of a new period, the flood in 1950 did not help. Though the Red River was the attraction for the early settlers in the area, it damaged 400 homes in North Point Douglas. Over the next four decades, North Point Douglas has seen a change in demographics and landscape. With the Neighbourhood Improvement Program (NIP) many residents in the area worked together to improve the neighbourhood. Large warehouse businesses were forced out and replaced with parks and open spaces. Over time, homeowners migrated away from the area and the decreasing property values fostered an increased trend towards revenue properties. Once the dominant ethnic group, the number of Ukrainian residents decreased while the number of Aboriginal residents increased. What was once an agricultural base that used the Red River for transportation, North Point Douglas is now meeting the 21st century as a mixed residential neighbourhood with a riverfront park. The community has come together to address renewal and rebuild its capacity as a vibrant, desirable place to live and raise a family. Note: Information in section 2.1 History and Character is taken from the North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan: 2003 - 2008.6
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2.2 Neighbourhood Demographics

Population
The population in North Point Douglas was on a downward trend over the thirty-five years between the Census periods 1971 and 2006. Figure 1 indicates 4,210 people lived in the area in 1971, and 2,225 in 2006; representing a 47% decrease in population. Adjacent neighbourhoods (St. Johns Park, William Whyte. Lord Selkirk Park, and South Point Douglas) also experienced a similar decline over the same time frame. Comparing the recorded population of 2001 and 2006, however, indicates the historic steep decline is starting to level off. North Point Douglas experienced a slight decline (1.5% reduction) in population and during this same time period the surrounding neighbourhoods of St. Johns Park, William Whyte, Lord Selkirk Park, and South Point Douglas have all seen a population increase. This could indicate the beginning of a more positive population trend in this area of Winnipeg.
North Point Douglas Population Trend (Statistics Canada Data)

4500 4000 3500 3000 Persons 2500 2000 1500 1000 500 0 1971 1976 1981 1986 1991 1996 2001 2006 Year
Figure 1: North Point Douglas Population Trend
Population by Age
The earlier housing plan noted that the only significant difference in age categories between North Point Douglas and the City of Winnipeg average was a greater presence of children between the ages of 0 and 14 years. In 1996, they represented 26% of the North Point Douglas neighbourhood population versus 20.2% for the rest of the City of Winnipeg. The 2006 census indicates this difference has been minimized with 19.3% of the North Point Douglas population and 17.7% of the City of Winnipeg population being children under the age of 14.
North Point Douglas Age Structure (1996 - 2006) (Statistics Canada Data)
300 250 Number of People 200 150 100 50 0 0 to 5 to 4 9 10 to 14 15 to 19 20 to 24 25 to 29 30 to 34 35 to 39 40 to 44 45 to 49 50 to 54 55 to 59 60 to 64 65 75 to plus 74 1996 2001 2006
Age Categories
Figure 2: North Point Douglas Age Structure
2006 Age Structure (Statistics Canada Data)
Percentage of Population
As Figure 3 illustrates, the 2006 census indicates the population of North Point Douglas has a trend line and age distribution that is similar to the rest of Winnipeg.
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Age Categories
Figure 3: North Point Douglas vs City of Winnipeg Age Structure Profile of North Point Douglas 17
Population by Marital Status

Figures 4 illustrates the population by marital status (2006 Census Data). People who are single (never married,) account for 51% of the North Point Douglas population, while this same group accounts for 36% of the Winnipeg population. Married couples represent 22% of the North Point Douglas population and 47% of the Winnipeg population, and those separated and /or divorced account for 19% in North Point Douglas and 11% throughout Winnipeg. Overall, the percentage share for each of the Marital Status categories has not changed significantly between the 2001 and the 2006 Canada Census, highlighting that this concentration of single people remains in North Point Douglas. The earlier housing plan noted this figure may be attributed to the number of single-room occupancy (SRO) housing units available in the area.
Population by Marital Status (2006) (Statistics Canada Data)

60% 50% Percentage 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%
Never Married (single) Legally Legally Married Married and (and not separated) Separated Divorced Widowed
Winnipeg North Point Douglas
Figure 4: North Point Douglas vs City of Winnipeg Marital Status
Household Size and Families by Type

Referring back to the 1996 Canada Census, the data illustrates that the average number of people living in a dwelling declined slightly from 2.4 persons per dwelling unit in 1996 to 2.3 persons per dwelling unit in 2006. The Winnipeg average is 2.4 persons per household. Generally speaking, household size in Canada has been decreasing over the past few decades. It should be noted that even with no population growth, a decrease in average household size will result in an increased need for additional housing to accommodate the local population. Of the total households in North Point Douglas, 39.2% are one-person households. This is higher than the 2006 Winnipeg average of 31.5%. Figure 5 illustrates the population by family type. Of the families with children, 45.1% have 1 child; 37.8% have 2 children and 17.1% have 3 or more children.
Family By Type (2006) (Statistics Canada Data)

(North Point Douglas)
9% 22%
42%
13%
Married Couples with Children at Home Married Couples without Children at Home Common Law Couples with Children at Home Common Law Couples without Children at Home One Parent (Female) One Parent (Male)
5% 9%
Figure 5: North Point Douglas Family By Type
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City of Winnipeg Family By Type (2006) (Statistics Canada Data)

Married Couples with Children at Home Married Couples without Children at Home Common Law Couples with Children at Home Common Law Couples without Children at Home One Parent (Female) One Parent (Male)
3% 16% 40% 7% 4%
30%
Figure 6: City of Winnipeg Family By Type
Since 1996 the number of lone parents, especially single mothers, has increased dramatically from 30.3% to 50.4% of all families in North Point Douglas. This is significantly higher than the 2006 Winnipeg average of 19.5%. Understanding the typical marital status, household size and family composition characteristics in North Point Douglas helps when considering the types of housing needed in the community. It is worth noting that the data provided on family types does not tell us anything about the numbers of multi-generational families living together. (The Point Douglas Community Survey in 2008 identified 32 respondents raising grandchildren). Therefore, with household size slightly smaller in North Point Douglas, and a preponderance of single people and lone-parent households, the availability of smaller housing options (rental or owner occupied) and single-room apartments is important.
Community Ethnicity
The concentration of Aboriginal people in North Point Douglas is significantly higher than in the City of Winnipeg overall. The 2006 Canada Census states 760 of the approximately 2,225 residents in the area identify as Aboriginal, representing 34.2% of the neighbourhood population (this number was 36.1% in the year 2001), compared with 10.2% of the population of Winnipeg. Aboriginal people represent about 15.5% of the Manitoba population. In 2006, 8.8% of the North Point Douglas population identified as visible minorities (this number was 12.3% in the year 2001), compared to the Winnipegs average of 16.3%. The main groups are Filipino (3.6%), Southeast Asian (2.5%), Latin American (1.3%) and Black (0.9%). Data on other ethnic groups such as Ukrainians, Poles, and other Europeans is not available. However, the predominant languages spoken in North Point Douglas (other than English) are: Ukrainian (9%), Polish (5.8%), Tagalog (Filipino) (4.9%), and Russian (3.1%). The combined percentage of Aboriginal people and the visible minority population in the North Point Douglas neighbourhood declined from 48.4% in 2001 to 43% in 2006, representing a drop of 5.4 percentage points. It is unclear why this decline has taken place, however, in comparison to the Winnipeg numbers, it is still safe to conclude that Aboriginal people and visible minorities remain a strong presence in North Point Douglas.
Employment and Income

Statistics Canada indicates that the average family income (2005) in North Point Douglas is $34,584 compared to the Winnipeg average of $75,644, and has an unemployment rate of 10.5% compared to the Winnipeg average of 5.2%. When compared to the surrounding neighbourhoods (St. Johns Park: $75,187; William Whyte: $36,356; and Lord Selkirk Park: $26,501), with the exception of St. Johns Park, North Point Douglas is similar in terms of having an average family income much lower than the Winnipeg Average. In addition, when compared to the surrounding neighbourhoods (St. Johns Park 4.9%; William Whyte 14.1%; Lord Selkirk Park 18.7%; and South Point Douglas 23.1%), with the
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exception of St. Johns Park, North Point Douglas also appears to be similar in terms of having an unemployment rate that is much higher than the Winnipeg average. As noted earlier in this section, with household size slightly smaller in North Point Douglas, and a preponderance of single people and lone-parent households, the availability of smaller housing options (rental or owner occupied) and single-room apartments is an important consideration. Household income is another key factor when considering community housing needs. While there is no data available on income for one-person households, the 2006 census indicates that the average income for a lone parent family in North Point Douglas is $23,286 (female) and $29,693 (male). As well, the average family income in North Point Douglas is $34,584, less than half the Winnipeg average of $75,644. The North Point Douglas Housing Plan 2003-2008 reported that between the years 1971 to 1996 unemployment rates increased dramatically from 12% in 1971 (Winnipeg average rate = 5%), to 26.4% in 1996 (Winnipeg average rate = 8.2%). Since that time, unemployment rates in the area have improved, with North Point Douglas at a rate of 10.5% and the City of Winnipeg at a rate of 5.2% in the year 2006. While unemployment rates are not as alarmingly high as they were in the mid-90s, they are still higher than the Winnipeg average and in terms of housing considerations point to a need for affordable housing in the area.
Income by Census Family Structure (Average) (2006 Statistics Canada Data)

100,000 90,000 80,000 70,000 Dollars 60,000 50,000 40,000 30,000 20,000 10,000 0 All Census Families Married Couples Common- One Parent One Parent (female) (male) Law Couples Family Type North Point Douglas City of Winnipeg
Figure 7: North Point Douglas vs City of Winnipeg Income By Census Family Structure
Unemployment Rate Trend (1971-2006) (Statistics Canada Data)

30% 25% Percentage 20% 15% 10% 5% 0% 1971* 1996 Year 2001 2006 City of Winnipeg North Point Douglas
Figure 8: North Point Douglas vs City of Winnipeg Unemployment Rate Trend
Furthermore, Manitoba Housing has identified that individuals or families in the core housing need group spend more than thirty percent of their household income on shelter7 which is over the threshold of affordability. Therefore, given all these considerations, it is reasonable to conclude that the supply of affordable housing is an important issue in North Point Douglas.
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Neighbourhood Crime
In 2008, the Point Douglas Community Survey, described in more detail in Section 2.4, identified crime as the number one issue for the PDRC to address. However, quantifying criminal activity can be problematic. The City of Winnipeg CrimeStat report is an online tool that categorizes crimes reported to the Winnipeg Police Service by type, year, and even by neighbourhood. CrimeStat commenced in 2009, therefore Figure 9 provides crime statistics for the North Point Douglas neighbourhood only for the years 2009 and 2010. These statistics may not represent the full picture, because crimes are not always reported to the police. There are a variety of reasons why someone may not report a crime; minor nuisances are perceived to be a low police priority or a more serious crime may invoke fear of retaliation.
North Point Douglas Crime (Winnipeg CrimeStat Data)

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A grassroots response to crime in the area is POWERLINE, a community-based group that established a hotline where concerned citizens can make an anonymous phone call to report suspicious activities or problem houses. POWERLINE takes the reported information and forwards it on to the Public Safety Investigations Branch of Manitoba Justice which has the authority to enforce the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act, and holds property owners responsible for activities happening on their property. In a case where an anonymous phone call does not fall under Manitoba Justices jurisdiction,
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POWERLINE forwards reported information onto other appropriate authorities, such as the Winnipeg Police. POWERLINE has been widely credited with having a positive impact on criminal activity in the neighbourhood. These statistics in Figure 9 provide a snapshot of the type and number of crimes that have occurred in North Point Douglas during the years 2009 and 2010 as reported to police. With the ease of availability of obtaining these statistics from the City of Winnipeg website, the PDRC can review crime statistics yearly to identify trends and issues. A discussion of crime is incomplete, however, without tracking grassroots efforts such as POWERLINE.
Type of Dwelling
2.3 Neighbourhood Housing Characteristics

North Point Douglas Type of Dwelling (2006) (Statistics Canada Data)
600 500 400 Number 300 200 100 0
Single Detached House
Semi-Detached House
Row Housing
Apartment (Detached Duplex)
Apartment (5 or more storeys)
Apartment (less than 5 storeys)
Type of Housing
Figure 10 quantifies the types of dwelling units found in the North Point Douglas neighbourhood in 2006. The categories are Single Detached Houses, Semi-Detached Houses (two units attached beside each other with a common wall); Row Housing; Apartment, Detached Duplex (two units one on top of the other); Apartment, five or more storeys; and, Apartment, less than five storeys.
Figure 10: North Point Douglas Type Of Dwelling
The majority of housing in North Point Douglas comprises single detached houses, which account for 57% of all dwelling units. The second largest dwelling category is apartments with five or more storeys (16%) followed by apartments with less than five storeys (13%) semi-detached houses (7%), apartment - detached duplexes (6%), and row housing (1%).
Dwelling Tenure
Figure 11 illustrates that since 1996 the percentage of owned dwelling units is increasing. In 1996 there were approximately 960 dwelling units in North Point Douglas. Of these, 61.5% were rented and 38.5% were owned. In 2006, of approximately 950 dwelling units in North Point Douglas, 58.4% are rented and 41.6% are owned. While the slight increase in home ownership can be seen as an improvement in the housing conditions in the neighbourhood, the supply of rentals in North Point Douglas is important given the concentration of single people, lone-parent households and slightly smaller household size. Furthermore, Winnipeg in general is grappling with very low vacancy rates city-wide. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) reported in 2010 that the rental vacancy rate in Winnipeg is amongst the lowest in Canada at 1.0%8 and this trend is expected to continue. It is reasonable to conclude that the challenges posed by low vacancy rates affecting rental availability are keenly felt in an area such as North Point Douglas where rentals comprise the majority of the housing supply.
North Point Douglas Dwelling Tenure (1996 - 2006) (Statistics Canada Data)
70 60 50 Percentage 40 30 20 10 0 1996 2001 Year 2006 Owned Rented
Figure 11: North Point Douglas Dwelling Tenure
Dwelling Age
The 2006 Statistics Canada data indicates that a significant proportion (57.8%) of the housing stock in North Point Douglas was built before 1946. With such a significant proportion of the areas houses over sixty years old, North Point Douglas is an aging neighbourhood. Figure 12 illustrates the number of dwellings built within a specific construction period. Dwelling age is correlated to dwelling condition, described in the next paragraph.
North Point Douglas Dwelling Age (Period of Construction) (2006 Statistics Canada Data)
600 500 400 Number 300 200
130 555
100 0 Before 1946 1946 to 1960
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1981 to 1985
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Figure 12: North Point Douglas Dwelling Age
Dwelling Condition
North Point Douglas Dwelling Conditions (1996-2006) (Statistics Canada Data)
70% 60% Percentage 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% 1996 2001 Year 2006 In need of regular maintenance only In need of minor repairs In need of major repairs
Between 1996 and 2006 the percentage of dwellings in North Point Douglas in need of regular maintenance decreased from 62% in 1996 (Winnipeg = 62.4%) to 47.6% in 2006 (Winnipeg = 62%). The percentage of dwellings in North Point Douglas in need of major repairs has increased from 12.5% in 1996 (Winnipeg = 8.9%) to 20.4% in 2006 (Winnipeg = 8.5%).
Figure 13: North Point Douglas Dwelling Condition Profile of North Point Douglas 27
This decrease in dwellings needing only regular maintenance and increase in dwellings requiring major repairs reflects that North Point Douglas is one of Winnipegs oldest neighbourhoods where income levels are lower than the city average. Older homes often require more extensive repair and upkeep than newer homes. As well, as stated earlier, the majority of housing in North Point Douglas is not owner-occupied; the Point Douglas Community Survey indicated that absentee landlords can present challenges when addressing the upkeep and maintenance of what is largely aging housing stock.
City of Winnipeg Dwelling Condition (2006) (Statistics Canada Data)
70% 60% 50% Percentage 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% In need of regular maintenance only In need of minor repairs In need of major repairs
Figure 14: City of Winnipeg Dwelling Condition
Average Selling Price
Between 2000 and 2010 the average selling price of 120,000 homes in North Point Douglas 100,000 has increased dramatically from $15,620 in the year 80,000 2000, to $106,767 in 2010. During this same period, 60,000 the number of homes sold per year has also increased 40,000 from only five sales in 2000 to twenty-one sales in 2010. 20,000 Since 2000, the number of 0 homes sold in North Point 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Douglas has risen, peaking in Year 2007 and once again is on an upward trend. Figure 15: North Point Douglas Average Sold Price
Price
North Point Douglas Average Sold Price 2000-2010
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2010
This eight-fold increase in average selling price, coupled with the rise in the number of homes sold each year, likely indicates that North Point Douglas is becoming a desirable neighbourhood in which to purchase a home as it is relatively quite affordable in comparison to most other Winnipeg neighbourhoods. On the downside, for example, increased selling prices may reduce the opportunity for those with lower incomes currently renting in North Point Douglas, to purchase a home.
North Point Douglas Number of Homes Sold Per Year
35 30
Number of Homes
25 20 homes 15 10 5 0 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
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Figure 16: North Point Douglas Number Of Homes Sold Per Year
Exterior Housing Conditions

In the year 2002, as part of developing the North Point Douglas Housing Plan 2003-2008, the PDRC completed an assessment of exterior housing conditions within the neighbourhood. The criteria used to complete the evaluation was developed using the CMHC Housing Inspection Standards. After developing an assessment checklist, it was tested and adjusted to improve consistency in reporting. This assessment was only completed for detached homes, and did not include multifamily housing (apartments) or commercial buildings. The assessment divided homes into four categories: (1) Good; (2) Fair; (3) Poor; (4) Very Poor, which also included placarded and boarded homes. Placarded homes refer to those homes that have been placarded by the Health Department. Boarded homes are those that have either been boarded up voluntarily by the property owner, or closed by the City of Winnipeg for reasons other than Health Orders.
In order to evaluate progress in housing conditions from 2002 to the present day, during the fall of 2010 the PDRC completed a new assessment of North Point Douglas using the same criteria used in the earlier 2002 assessment. The results of the 2010 assessment are presented as follows.
Figure 17: North Point Douglas Dwelling Conditions (PDRC)
Housing Grant Activity

As part of the North Point Douglas Housing Plan 20032008, the PDRC established a number of initiatives aimed at improving the exterior condition of homes, both owned and rental units, throughout the neighbourhood. The outcome of those initiatives was the establishment of an exterior fix-up grants program, administered by NECRC. In total, just over $1.1 million ($576,526 in grants + $524,482 contributed by property owners) has been invested in North Point Douglas between the years 2002 and 2010. The grants are funded primarily through the Winnipeg Housing and Homelessness Initiative (WHHI) and private foundations.
North Point Douglas Housing Grants (2002-2010) (North End Community Renewal Corporation Data)
$100,000 $90,000 $80,000 $70,000 $60,000 $50,000 $40,000 $30,000 $20,000 $10,000 $2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Year Value of Grants Value of Owner Contributions
Figure 18: North Point Douglas Housing Grants 30 NORTH POINT DOUGLAS HOUSING PLAN
2.4 Point Douglas Community Survey 2008

An initiative of the PDRC, the Point Douglas Community Survey 2008 gathered information from interviews with 952 people in the neighbourhood to hear first-hand the needs and concerns of residents. This information was shared with governments and non-profit organizations involved in mapping the future of the community, so it was important to consider when updating this housing plan. Highlights from the community survey are: More than half of the respondents think Point Douglas is a nice quiet neighbourhood, with friendly people and good neighbours, with scenic beauty of being located beside the river (548 responses) The top community concerns are drugs, crime, gangs, safety, alcohol abuse and violence (709 responses)
The top housing-specific concerns are: Run-down houses (25 responses) Slum landlords (22 responses) Boarded-up houses (17 responses) Bad neighbours / tenants (15 responses) Homelessness / lack of affordable housing (15 responses) Problem rental properties (9 responses)
Participants in the Point Douglas Community Survey ranked housing the #2 issue for the PDRC to work on (crime being #1). Some of the highlights related to the housing questions are: About 70% of the respondents identified themselves as renters vs. about 30% identified themselves as home owners About 40% of the respondents are feeling more positive about the neighbourhood compared to the year prior
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About 50% of the respondents have a positive / very positive opinion of the work of the Point Douglas Residents Committee About 60% of the respondents would like to see apartments built in the area About 70% of the respondents are aware of programs to help people improve and maintain their properties About 80% of the respondents think their housing is affordable About 70% of the respondents are satisfied with their housing conditions About 34% of the respondents would like to receive more information about their rights as a tenant About 25% of the respondents stated their household income is less than $15,000 per year About 20% of the respondents said their landlord does not make repairs in a timely manner
2.5 Planning Implications

The PDRC considered the statistical information presented, and drew these main conclusions: The slight increase in home ownership, a neighbourhood population trend that is no longer in significant decline, improvements to the unemployment rate and a major increase the average selling price of homes are all positive indicators that the state of the neighbourhood is improving; as well, working together, volunteer groups, non-profits, governments and individuals have helped to improve safety and fix up the appearance of the neighbourhood. Continuing community activities and partnerships will build on these successes going forward. With a high proportion of one-person and lone parent households, and a low average income in the area, many groups may find obtaining affordable housing options challenging; housing prices are increasing and the rental vacancy rate for Winnipeg remains very low. Therefore, there will be a need to maintain and improve the conditions of existing affordable housing, and to identify new opportunities for additional affordable housing options. Housing affordability and housing choice are challenges to address going forward. The substantial number of dwellings needing major repair, and the decline of dwellings needing regular maintenance only can be attributed to the fact that North Point Douglas is one of Winnipegs oldest neighbourhoods. These older dwellings typically require more repairs and upgrading than newer homes, however lower family incomes in North Point Douglas present a barrier to home maintenance, repair, and upgrading. Therefore, supplemental funds, beyond the existing grant programs for basic exterior upgrades, will be needed to help NPD families overcome any financial barrier for expensive home repairs and upgrading. As well, working with landlords to help ensure acceptable aesthetic standards for rental units will also be necessary.
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PART 3
| MAPS
Maps
This section provides six maps that illustrate information related to housing in the North Point Douglas neighbourhood.
3.1 Location Map

The location map illustrates the boundaries of the North Point Douglas Housing Plan area over an air photo of the neighbourhood. Street names, community parks, and significant neighbourhood facilities (e.g. Norquay Community Centre), are identified to provide geographical references.
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3.2 Zoning Map

The zoning map illustrates the current zoning (i.e. residential, commercial, etc.) of property in North Point Douglas, and the distribution of permitted land uses throughout the neighbourhood.
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3.3 Parks Facilities Map

The park facilities map illustrates the location of public outdoor recreation spaces available to local residents, including: tennis courts, basketball courts, spray pads, baseball diamonds, athletic fields, parks and open space, and natural areas.
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3.4 Housing Type Map

The housing type map illustrates the location of the various types of housing found throughout the neighbourhood, including: single family homes, duplexes, duplex conversions, side by sides, triplexes, and apartments.
3.5 Housing Conditions Map

The housing conditions map illustrates the current exterior housing condition as assessed through a visual evaluation completed by the Point Douglas Residents Committee in December of 2010 and January of 2011.
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3.6 Housing Ownership Map

The housing ownership map illustrates which dwellings are currently owned and occupied by the property owner. Properties not identified on the map as owner occupied are either non-residential buildings (e.g. schools, churches, commercial or industrial operations), vacant land, parks and open space, or rental housing.
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PART 4
| COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Maps
Community Involvement
The housing plan update was undertaken over a six month period between September 2010 and February 2011. In order to gain a better understanding of the predominant housing issues in North Point Douglas and potential strategies to address those issues, community consultation was conducted throughout the project timeframe. This included meeting with the project steering committee, PDRCs Housing Committee, made up of volunteers and staff from PDRC and NECRC, and engaging neighbourhood stakeholders. This section describes the findings gained from involving the community in the process.
4.1 Community Consultation Events

Throughout the course of updating the housing plan two main rounds of public consultation were completed. The first round involved collecting information and input from neighbourhood stakeholders by conducting facilitated consultation sessions, and the second round involved reporting back the first round results to the neighbourhood at a public open house.
4.1.1 Stakeholder Consultation Sessions

During the month of November 2010 three stakeholder consultation sessions were organized. The purpose of these consultation sessions was to: (1) re-affirm support for the overall vision and goals of the existing plan, and; (2) identify any new initiatives to support the original vision, as well as any new issues that have arisen since the first plan was developed. The three sessions targeted specific stakeholder groups, as directed by the PDRC: (1) Business and Agencies (November 1st, 2010) 9:00 am 12:00 noon at the William Norrie Centre (485 Selkirk Avenue) (2) Renters (November 8th, 2010) 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Immaculate Conception Parish (181 Austin Street)
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(3) Property Owners (November 15th, 2010) 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Immaculate Conception Parish (181 Austin Street) The events were advertised by emailing stakeholders and delivering flyers to homes, businesses and agencies throughout the neighbourhood. The total attendance for all three events combined was 47 people. It should be noted that about four people did attend more than one event. In addition, participation by businesses and renters at these scheduled events was low. In order to obtain sufficient input from these two groups, additional focused consultation with these groups was conducted by distributing questionnaires (identical to the ones presented at the three events found in Appendix B) at an unrelated community event held in December. These efforts garnered an additional 70 completed questionnaires - 67 from renters and 3 from businesses. As well, phone interviews were conducted with an additional six businesses. Each stakeholder consultation session was about two hours in duration, and included the following activities: Presentation on the Project: A brief PowerPoint presentation was given to participants to: Welcome them to the event; Introduce the consultant team; Outline the project scope, purpose, and timeline; Describe the objectives of the consultation event; Confirm the original vision of the PDRC related to its housing plan; Explain how the PDRC is going to use the information we gather through the various methods described below in deciding on its priorities and initiatives for the next five year planning time-frame of its housing plan.
Dollar Ranking Previous Strategies: Each person was given $100 (in $10 increments) in play money and was asked to rank the importance of fifteen strategies (pulled largely from the existing housing plan) by deciding how much of their $100 they would spend on each strategy. By providing ten bills to be applied to fifteen strategies we were effectively limiting people to select ten at the most. However, participants were encouraged to spend the majority of their $100 on the strategy most important to them. For example, there was nothing preventing someone from placing $70 of their $100 on one strategy. The result of this exercise was to develop a new Top Five list. During the consultation process that helped to create the North Point Douglas Housing Plan 20032008, a similar Top Five list was developed. The 2010 consultation exercise allowed us to compare the present and past Top Five list to see if any neighbourhood priorities had changed. Comment Wall: Participants were provided a wall of paper and aerial photos of the neighbourhood, where they could write down any comments related to housing in North Point Douglas. The purpose of the comment wall was to provide people with an opportunity to freely express through words or illustrations their comments on: Ideas for new initiatives; Wants and wishes for the neighbourhood; Things they dont like about the neighbourhood; Barriers or challenges to overcome; Problem properties; and Questions
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Questionnaire: Participants were also provided with a questionnaire to complete. A copy of the questionnaire can be found in Appendix B. These questions are similar to a questionnaire that was provided during consultation for the development of the North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2003-2008. The purpose of using similar questions was to compare the results and identify if priorities, issues, challenges and concerns had changed over time.
4.1.2 Public Open House

The second round of consultation included a public open house that was held on January 18th, 2011 between the hours of 4:00pm and 7:00pm at the St. Andrews Ukrainian Catholic Church (160 Euclid Avenue). The purpose of this open house was more informational than consultative in nature; the intent was to provide a report back to the public on the project progress. The information provided at the open house included: Research findings from updating the community profile; Results of the previous consultation events; A report card on accomplishments from the North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 20032008; and Proposed priorities and activities for the new housing plan
Information was presented on a series of eighteen display boards. Members of the PDRC and the consulting team were in attendance to answer questions and engage in discussion about the plan.
4.2 Community Consultation Results

4.2.1 Stakeholder Consultation Sessions Results
The results from the stakeholder consultation sessions, and the additional consultation with renters and businesses, are summarized as follows: 47 people attended the stakeholder consultation sessions 101 questionnaires were completed (by participants at the consultation sessions and by additional renters and business participants at a later date) 89% of respondents felt that North Point Douglas has improved over the past five years
The most important issues identified by respondents who completed the questionnaire are: Healthy, safe and clean living conditions (31% of responses) Safety in the neighbourhood (28% of responses) Landlord responsibility and accountability (11% of responses) Boarded-up houses / derelict property (11% of responses) Appearance of houses in the area / more renovations to houses in area (9% of responses)
Through the dollar ranking exercise, participants were asked to rank the strategies from the previous North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2003-2008. The top five strategies were: 1. Improve and Maintain Rental Properties 2. Promote Home Ownership and Diverse Housing Choice 3. Fix Up Owner Occupied Housing 4. Improve Safety in the Neighbourhood 5. Foster Community Interaction and Activity
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4.2.2 Public Open House Results

The results from the public open house are summarized as follows. A total of 42 people attended the open house. A total of 15 questionnaires were completed and handed in. The results of the questionnaire are as follows.
When asked what percentage of the homes in North Point Douglas should be rental, the responses were categorized as follows: 2 people suggested over 50% (answers ranged from 65% - 70%) 4 people suggested at 50% 8 people suggested under 50% (answers ranged from 20% - 48%)
When asked to provide their level of support for the direction of the updated plan, and/or, any other comments, the responses were as follows: 3 comments supporting the new plan were received; 1 person suggested that paid staff is required to move the plan forward; 2 people commented on addressing crime, both doing more to curb the drug situation that is present, and looking at other program examples to handle crime; 1 person requested to provide landlords with more funds to upgrade / repair their rental units; and 3 people noted specific properties to look at redeveloping.
4.3 Doing Things Right and Doing the Right Things

The PDRC Housing Committee considered the information from all of the sources described in this document and drew these main conclusions:
Doing Things Right

working together, volunteer groups, non-profits, governments and individuals have created many positive changes, helping to improve safety and fix up housing in the neighbourhood continuing community activities and partnerships will build on successes going forward
Doing the Right Things

Winnipegs strong real estate market means housing prices have increased a lack of new rental units has contributed to very low vacancy rates city-wide people living alone, people living in single-parent families and Aboriginal families make up significant parts of the neighbourhood population and are more likely to face challenges with respect to affordable housing the condition of the housing stock in the area, which is predominantly rental, has deteriorated due to its age presenting challenges to tenants related to quality, health, cleanliness and safety
housing affordability and housing choice are challenges to address going forward
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Based on these conclusions, and in light of its capacity as a volunteer group, the PDRC Housing Committee has decided to focus its time and energy on three strategic priorities for the North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan over the next five years: 1. Improve and Maintain Housing Stock 2. Promote Diverse Housing Choice (home ownership, rentals, co-ops, special needs housing, etc) 3. Foster Community Interaction and Activity The accompanying initiatives to support these priorities can be found in Section 6.0 of this document, forming the basis of the North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2011 2016.
PART 5
| PROGRESS TO DATE
Progress To Date
This section provides a report card on the initiatives found in the North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2003-2008.
5.1 Community Accomplishments

The following tables illustrate the accomplishments of the North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 20032008. The check marks indicate that the initiative has been completed, and the notes specify whether or not that initiative will be continued in 2011-2016 Housing Plan.
Priority #1: Fix Up Owner Occupied Housing Initiative Completed Notes

Encourage the exterior renovation of fifty homes per year Develop a list of home improvement contractors who will work in NPD Develop an agreement with a building supply company who will provide a discount on building materials for homeowners in NPD Organize an Urban Green Team fixup and paint crew to assist property owners who have physical limitations (e.g. elderly, limited mobility) with renovations Continuing
Continuing
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Develop an information package for homeowners on renovation grant programs and resources Hold information sessions each spring on building by-laws and regulations Offer a home repair and maintenance workshop for NPD residents each year Lobby city to reimburse permit fees and dumping fees for homeowners who build or renovate Lobby provincial and federal governments to raise the personal income ceiling for people to qualify for home repair grants
Continuing
Continuing
Continuing
No progress to date; not identified as a priority going forward
No progress to date; not identified as a priority going forward
Priority #2: Improve and Maintain Rental Properties Initiative Completed Notes
Provide fix-up grants for five to eight fix-ups per year Develop and maintain a Housing Registry Research how other neighborhoods have implemented TLC programs Develop and promote TLC program to landlords and tenants Publicly recognize landlords that participate in the TLC program Identify landlords not in compliance and work with the City to enforce standards Offer bi-annual workshop for tenants on rights, responsibilities, and resources Continuing
Continuing
No longer required; program is in place
Continuing but more resources may be required
Continuing but more resources may be required Continuing but more resources may be required
Continuing
Progress to Date
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Priority #3: Clean Up the Neighborhood Initiative Completed Notes

Organize a spring neighborhood clean-up Graffiti removal Not a priority of the Housing Committee* Not a priority for Housing Committee* Continuing
Create an inventory and monitor vacant lots
*While not a priority of the Housing Committee, the PDRC takes an active role in these activities. Litter removal can be done by the Urban Green Team program through the PDRC / NECRC. The City of Winnipeg provides graffiti removal services and the spring clean-up is organized by the PDRCs Environment Committee.
Priority #4: Promote Home Ownership and Diverse Housing Choice Initiative Completed Notes
Collaborate with the North End Housing Network to advance housing initiatives Encourage the renovation or redevelop of seven to ten properties per year. Support partners in obtaining grants from various levels of government to continue housing renewal, renovations and infill development Ongoing discussions on Barber house site Hold an information session on home ownership Offer a home repair and maintenance workshop for NPD residents each year. Promote North Point Douglas to realtors Lobby provincial and federal governments to create tax incentives for home ownership Continuing
Continuing
Continuing
SISTARS Daycare and Community Hub project Not identified as a priority going forward Continuing
Not a priority going forward Not a priority going forward
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Priority #5: Improve Safety in the Neighborhood Initiative Completed Notes

Conduct a Safety Audit of NPD Work with North End Safety Coordinator Create an inventory and monitoring of boarded and placarded properties Lobby the City to increase community police presence Not a priority for Housing Committee* Not a priority for Housing Committee* Continuing
Not a priority for Housing Committee*
* Since the 2003-2008 plan was developed, the POWERLINE program was established. This program has been publicly recognized as an effective means to demand action from officials with authority to force landlords to improve their properties, evict problem tenants and shut down centres of criminal activity.9 Regular community monitoring ensures that overflowing dumpsters, graffiti and other nuisance problems are reported.
5.2 Towards Effective Implementation

Securing funding for a Housing Plan Coordinator was identified as an objective of the North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2003-2008. This initiative did not take place. The North End Community Renewal Corporation housing program staff has played a lead role in the housing progress to date. The PDRC will continue to seek funding to support hiring staff dedicated to implementing the Neighbourhood Housing Plan, and existing staff will increase their focus on housing issues.
PART 6
| 2011 - 2016 Neighbourhood Housing Plan
2011 - 2016 Neighbourhood Housing Plan

Vision
Our vision for North Point Douglas is a neighbourhood that works together to create a safe, clean and stable environment for all who have chosen to live and work here. A revitalized North Point Douglas will: offer good quality, well maintained, affordable housing choices for a diverse population see landlords working cooperatively with the community offer safe and attractive streets which encourage interaction and participation between neighbours offer a physical environment which encourages children to play together, individuals and families to thrive, and the sense of neighbourhood pride to grow offers a variety of programs and activities for youth and family
Priorities
To help us achieve our vision for housing in the North Point Douglas neighbourhood, the Point Douglas Residents Committee will focus its efforts on these priorities over the next five years: improve and maintain housing stock promote diverse housing choice foster community interaction and activity related to housing
The tables on the following pages outline the specific initiatives and their supporting objectives, rationale, timelines, measurables, partners and probable costs that will support these priorities.
Neighbourhood Housing Advocacy Positions

In addition to the priorities and initiatives listed in the tables, advocacy on housing-related issues is an ongoing and important function of the PDRC and its housing subcommittee.
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The sub-committee created a list advocacy positions (see bullets below) that will be put forward during opportunities that volunteers and staff may have during housing-related discussions with elected officials, government representatives, private sector individuals, non-profit groups or any other decision-makers that may affect development in North Point Douglas, as well as the media.The Point Douglas Residents Committee believes that: the City of Winnipeg needs to dedicate more resources to enforcement of the Neighbourhood Livability By-law; government and other funders need to dedicate more resources to the Tenant-Landlord Cooperation program; gentrification is an issue in North Point Douglas and new development should not be at the expense of people who already live in the neighbourhood; new development should have a look and feel that fits within existing neighbourhood surroundings; there is an urgent need for safe, clean, good quality rental apartments in the neighbourhood, public, private and non-profit developers need to consider housing options beyond single-family detached homes in order to serve a diversity of neighbourhood needs.
Risk
The Point Douglas Residents Committee, along with its Housing sub-committee (that has taken ownership of this plan) is a volunteer-based organization with one staff person. As the following tables indicate, the PDRC is reliant on the time and efforts of volunteers to fully implement this plan. Along with the PDRC Executive Director, staff time from NECRC and the North Point Douglas Womens Centre is essential to undertake these activities as well; these organizations are non-profit and operate with lean resources. As noted in the previous section, PDRC is interested in expanding its staff resources to include a person dedicated to housing. This plan was developed, however, bearing in mind the existing capacity of the PDRC and its partners. It is worth noting that a healthy supply of energetic volunteers will assist PDRC to act on these initiatives. On a positive note, the North Point Douglas Neighbourhood is known city-wide for its activist and committed volunteers who work hard to improve neighbourhood conditions; the North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan is in dedicated and capable hands.
North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2011 - 2016 Initiatives Priority #1: Improve and Maintain Housing Stock
Initiative Objective / Rationale Promote pride in community appearance, perceptions of safety and protect property values, use existing legislation to improve housing stock Promote pride in community appearance, perceptions of safety and protect property values Provide financial assistance to individuals undertaking exterior home improvements in NPD Timeline Who? Measurables Calls to 311; responses to calls; reduced number of vacant and boarded buildings; number of properties brought into compliance Calls to 311; responses to calls; reduced number of vacant and boarded buildings; number of properties brought into compliance Total number of applications, number of successful applications, amount of grants, amount of private contributions Partners Probable Costs
Work with City of Winnipeg to enforce Neighbourhood Livability By-law standards
Ongoing
PDRC, NECRC
NECRC, City of Winnipeg, Power Line
PDRC Volunteer and Staff Time NECRC Staff Time
Continue to do Community Audits
Ongoing
PDRC, NECRC
NECRC, Educational Institutions (summer students) NECRC, Province of Manitoba, City of Winnipeg, Winnipeg Housing and Homelessness Initiative (WHHI)
Support Housing Improvements (Fix Up Grants)
Ongoing
PDRC, NECRC
Update, Maintain and Promote Information Package on Available Resources (fix up grants, building supply line of credit, list of home improvement contractors who have done work in the North End)
Provide support to residents undertaking renovations
Yearly
NECRC
Number of requests for the info package, number of grant applications Number of landlords signing up for program; number of tenants receiving assistance; number of rental properties receiving certification; number of volunteers; number of inspections; value of funds returned to landlords and tenants Registry is kept up-todate; calls from landlords re: matching tenants to properties
NECRC, NPD Womens Centre
NECRC Staff Time PDRC Volunteer and Staff Time (to distribute information packages) PDRC Staff and Volunteer Time, NECRC Staff Time
Continue to Support Tenant-Landlord Cooperation (TLC) Program
Encourage landlord accountability, improve housing conditions and provide support to tenants
Ongoing
PDRC, NECRC
NECRC, PDRC, NPD Womens Centre, Funders (non profit and public)
Continue to Upkeep Housing Registry
Identify contact info for landlords of rental property, build relationships with rental property landlords, identify rental vacancies Provide support to residents undertaking renovations; improve neighbourhood condition and aesthetics
NECRC
Volunteer Time
Monthly
Community Volunteer
Apply to summer student funding programs such as the Urban Green Team to hire students to complete exterior housing improvement activities for elderly/disabled and other beautification activities
Seasonal
PDRC
Successful funding application; track crew activities; number of properties affective
Province of Manitoba - Urban Green Team
PDRC Staff and Volunteer time, Green Team wages
North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2011 - 2016 Initiatives
Priority #2: Promote Diverse Housing Choice

Initiative Work with the North End Housing Network to Improve Housing Options (apartments, cooperatives, pocket suites, quality rooming houses, etc serving a diversity in age, gender, family size and culture) Objective / Rationale Ensure NPD community is represented in the Network Timeline Who? Measurables Maintain or increase in funding into NPD for housing projects and programs Maintain or increase in funding into NPD for housing projects and programs List of sites created and provided to potential developers or government Partners North End Housing Network members, NPD Womens Centre North End Housing Network, NPD Womens Centre, public, private and non-profit developers City of Winnipeg PP&D Probable Costs
Ongoing
PDRC, NECRC
NECRC Staff Time, PDRC Staff and Volunteer Time
Support North End Housing Network Partners in Obtaining Grants to continue Housing Renewal, Renovations and Infill Development
Obtain financial incentives for home repair, renovations, and new construction in the NPD community
Case-byCase, Ongoing
PDRC, NECRC
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Identify Potential Sites for Mixed-Use / Multi-family development
Improve housing options for NPD residents
2012
PDRC, NECRC
North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2011 - 2016 Initiatives
Priority #3: Foster Community Interaction and Activity Related to Housing

Initiative Organize Information Sessions on housing topics such as: - Tenants Rights and Responsibilities - Building By-law Regulations - Home Repair and Maintenance - Home Repair and Maintenance for Women Objective / Rationale Build awareness, provide encouragement, education and support to local residents; housingrelated skill development for homeowners and tenants Timeline Who? Measurables Partners NECRC, City of Winnipeg, NPD Womens Centre, Province of MB (Residential Tenancies Branch) Probable Costs PDRC Staff Time, NECRC Staff Time (through the Housing Training Initiative, TLC), Womens Centre Staff Time, Venue rental, and other associated event costs
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Yearly
NECRC, PDRC
Number of attendees, number of sessions held
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Develop a Community Tool Lending Program and Property Repair Skills Bank
Provide support to residents undertaking renovations
Start in 2013
PDRC
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Develop a Street Captain program
Improve communication and broaden linkages between NPD residents and PDRC Housing Committee
Start in 2012
PDRC
Number of residents using tool program, number of people volunteering for skills bank, number of completed projects Program framework is developed; Number of street captains established; Number of interactions with people in the community; Number of projects completed (e.g. tree banding)
Ross House Museum, others TBD
PDRC Staff and Volunteer time, storage space
NECRC, Power Line, NPD Womens Centre, Community Volunteers, Others TBD
Volunteer time, PDRC Staff Time
Appendix A| Sources of Information
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Sources of Information
1 Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, Research
Highlight, Overview of the Current State of Knowledge on Societal Outcomes of Housing, Socio-economic Series 10001, January 2010. Market Report - Canada Highlights, Spring 2010. City of Winnipeg CrimeStat Report
8 Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, Rental
3 EKOS Research, Neighbourhoods Alive! Community
Outcomes Evaluation Report, September 2010.
4, 5, 7 Manitoba Housing Renewal Corporation, HomeWorks! A
Housing Strategy and Policy Framework for Manitoba, June 2009. (4,5)
North End Community Renewal Corporation, Housing Coordination Funding, Report to the Winnipeg Housing and Homelessness Initiative, March 2010 North End Community Renewal Corporation, Housing Development Work Plan 2009 2010 North End Community Renewal Corporation, The North End Tenant - Landlord Cooperation Program, Report to the Winnipeg Foundation, 2009 North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2003 2008
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and Character. 2003 - 2008
Point Research, Point Douglas Community Survey 2008 Statistics Canada, 1996 Census Data North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Profile Statistics Canada, 2001 Census Data North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Profile Statistics Canada, 2006 Census Data North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Profile
2, 9 Winnipeg Free Press, Crime Can be Beaten, March 13,
2010, page A18.
Appendix B| Questionnaire
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North Point Douglas Housing Plan Stakeholder Consultation Sessions November, 2010 Questionnaire Please complete this questionnaire and leave it in the drop-box. It will take approximately 10 minutes. The North Point Douglas Residents Committee will use this information as we update our Five Year Housing Plan. We appreciate your participation today and value your input. 1. How did you hear about this event (please check all that apply)? Poster in the area / on a bulletin board Flyer in the mail From a friend or neighbour From a community organization Email invitation Other (please specify):___________________________
2. Are you (check all that apply): Home Owner in North Point Douglas Renter in North Point Douglas Landlord in North Point Douglas Business Owner / Operator in North Point Douglas Employee at a Business in North Point Douglas Employee at a Community Organization or Social Service Provider that serves North Point Douglas Volunteer at a Community Organization or Social Service Provider that serves North Point Douglas Other (please specify): ________________________
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3. If you live in North Point Douglas: what street do you live on? ________________________________________________
4. If you live in North Point Douglas: how long have you lived here? Less than 6 months 6 months to 1 year 1 - 4 years 5 - 9 years 10 - 14 years 15 - 19 years More than 20 years I live here now, but I am planning to move out of the neighbourhood within the next 6 months
5. What do you like most about North Point Douglas? ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________
6. Is there anything that you would like to change in North Point Douglas? ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________
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7. Do you feel that over the past five years North Point Douglas has changed for the better? Yes No Why?____________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ 8. If you had to pick only one important issue for the North Point Douglas Residents Committee to address, which one is the most important to you? (please check only one) Healthy, safe and clean living conditions Boarded-up houses / derelict property Care and appearance of park / green space More people owning homes Appearance of houses in the area / more renovations to houses in the area Landlord responsibility and accountability Care and appearance of vacant lots Concerns about availability of neighbourhood amenities like stores or other businesses Safety in the neighbourhood
8. What type of housing do you think we need more of in North Point Douglas? Owner occupied homes Houses for rent Apartments for rent Special Housing (e.g. seniors, disabled, students) Condominiums Housing for single people Housing for small families Housing for large families Housing for extended families
Temporary Housing (e.g. emergency shelters)
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9. What are the things that would make you think that housing in this area has improved? ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________
10. Can you think of any new ideas or activities that should be considered? ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ 11. Additional Comments: ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________
You may send your Questionnaire directly to Scatliff+Miller+Murray by fax at 9273443 or email comments@scatliff.ca by Monday, November 22, 2010. Thank you!
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PART 2| Profile of North Point Douglas

PART 4| Community Involvement

PART 5| Progress to Date

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Map showing the boundaries of the North Point Douglas neighbourhood

1.1 North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2003 2008

North Point Douglas Neighbourhood Housing Plan 2003-2008

Welcome Home, Euclid Ave.

The North Point Douglas Housing Plan 2003-2008.

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consensus-driven decision making using a community economic development approach

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1.2 Neighbourhood Housing Plan Update 2011: Objectives and Process

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| PROFILE OF NORTH POINT DOUGLAS

Profile of North Point Douglas

Profile of North Point Douglas

2.1 History and Character

Profile of North Point Douglas

2.2 Neighbourhood Demographics

North Point Douglas Population Trend (Statistics Canada Data)

Figure 1: North Point Douglas Population Trend

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Figure 2: North Point Douglas Age Structure

2006 Age Structure (Statistics Canada Data)

North Point Douglas Winnipeg

Population by Marital Status

Population by Marital Status (2006) (Statistics Canada Data)

Winnipeg North Point Douglas

Figure 4: North Point Douglas vs City of Winnipeg Marital Status

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Household Size and Families by Type

Family By Type (2006) (Statistics Canada Data)

Figure 5: North Point Douglas Family By Type

Profile of North Point Douglas

City of Winnipeg Family By Type (2006) (Statistics Canada Data)

Figure 6: City of Winnipeg Family By Type

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Employment and Income

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Income by Census Family Structure (Average) (2006 Statistics Canada Data)

Unemployment Rate Trend (1971-2006) (Statistics Canada Data)

Figure 8: North Point Douglas vs City of Winnipeg Unemployment Rate Trend

Profile of North Point Douglas

North Point Douglas Crime (Winnipeg CrimeStat Data)

Figure 9: North Point Douglas Crime

2.3 Neighbourhood Housing Characteristics

Single Detached House

Apartment (Detached Duplex)

Apartment (5 or more storeys)

Apartment (less than 5 storeys)

Figure 10: North Point Douglas Type Of Dwelling

Figure 11: North Point Douglas Dwelling Tenure

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100 0 Before 1946 1946 to 1960