The announcement was made by Blaine Calkins, Member of Parliament for Wetaskiwin, on behalf the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC).

“Our Government understands the importance of infrastructure in maintaining strong and prosperous communities,” said MP Calkins. “This program is opening the door for municipalities to meet their housing-related infrastructure needs. Canada’s Economic Action Plan will continue to create jobs and stimulate the local economy here in Rimbey, and in all corners of the country.”

Rimbey has been approved for a low-cost loan of more than $1.5 million from CMHC’s Municipal Infrastructure Lending Program (MILP), to upgrade its water distribution system. These upgrades will improve the water pressure for residents of Rimbey as well as increase the town’s water storage capacity for fire protection.

Canada’s Economic Action Plan provides up to $2 billion in direct low-cost loans to municipalities, over two years, for housing-related infrastructure projects through the MILP. Municipal infrastructure loans are available to any municipality in Canada and provide a new source of funds for municipalities to invest in housing-related infrastructure projects. These low cost loans can also be used by municipalities to fund their contribution for cost-shared federal infrastructure programming.

“The Municipal Infrastructure Lending Program is great for smaller communities with limited borrowing capacity” said Tony Goode, Chief Administrative Officer for the Town of Rimbey. “Thanks to the CMHC loan, the Town of Rimbey is able to undertake water storage and distribution improvements that will enhance the Town’s ability to provide sustainable residential, commercial, and industrial growth in the area.”

Eligible projects include infrastructure related to housing services such as water, power generation and waste services, as well as local transportation infrastructure within and into residential areas, such as roads, sidewalks, lighting and green space.

As Canada’s national housing agency, CMHC draws on more than 60 years of experience to help Canadians access a variety of quality, environmentally sustainable, and affordable homes — homes that will continue to create vibrant and healthy communities and cities across the country.

Scenes from Rimbey – Moishe Alexander (video)

Home foreclosure is a not the best situation to be in. Once the notices start coming and the phone starts ringing you can’t really keep hiding. Your going to hear from lots of people who claim that they can help you. These calls are from organizations that have their own motives and goals. In desperate times even a good sales pitch may sound like a miracle.

There are a number of people who are going to send mail or call. Most likely they were able to get your address or your number from the court system. Due to the legal nature of the process your information will be deemed as public and be published. This means anyone with internet access can find you. In some cases they may get your name from a list that was generated on the web…most of these lists go to investors/ investment trust companies.

The most common people or organizations that are going to give you call:

Swindlers/Con Men/Crooks

These are the ones you have to be aware of. (And there are a lot of them out there.) All of them offer promises and refer you to a chapter 13 attorney for collect a fee. In worse cases, they will take the deed of the house and force you to pay rent while leading you to believe that they can save your home and in the end you loose it all because they do nothing but take your “rent money” and skip town.

This is the most common problem you will face besides the actual foreclosure.

Mortgage brokers

They can help you by refinancing your property. However, these loans may have higher interest rates and closing costs than what you payed at the bank. Some may even charge you more to see how much you are willing to pay and take advantage of it. Not all brokers will rip you off. Over the last several years mortgage brokers have gotten the short end of the stick in the press. Shop around and ask family and friends for a referral if you decide to use a broker. (and just for the record..no I am not a mortgage broker)

Attorneys

This is your last resort. Most attorneys don’t really care about the situation you’re in or give you the attention you need.

Mortgage negotiators/Mortgage “Mod gods”

They negotiate repayment schemes with mortgage lenders. You can negotiate with the bank but in case it fails you can ask the help of a professional to get the plan approved. Some banks may impose a much more demanding plan and these professionals can get you a more favorable agreement.

Hard money lenders

These people are normally wealthy and are looking to loan you money, to cover your mortgage, at a higher interest rate. In some cases they will over to buy your house and lease to own it back to you…for a higher interest rate of course. (this may not be a bad option IF you can arrage something that works fr your financial position)

Mortgage/note holder

Your mortgage holder will call you to reinstate your house. This can be a good option depending on your situation. These are usually offered by mortgages backed by the government.

Whoever calls you or wherever the mail comes from be aware and think things through. You can stop a home foreclosure with the right options applicable for your situation. Do not throw in the towel if you don’t have to.

http://www.real-estate-blog.org/home-foreclosure-who-the-heck-is-calling-my-houseand-why/

brought by Moishe Alexander, CFC CEO

“To date, over $115 billion has been provided to improve the availability of financing for Canadian households and businesses, all of it on a commercial basis to protect the taxpayer,” said Minister Flaherty. “This has had a real impact on credit conditions in Canada. Household and business credit is growing and average interest rates have fallen steadily. This is good news for all Canadians.”

Minister Flaherty also announced that allocations under the $1-billion Small Enterprise Tranche of the Canadian Secured Credit Facility (CSCF) have been made, ensuring the facility reaches smaller participants in the loan and leasing market. Lenders from a cross-section of the vehicle and equipment financing industry have received the allocations. This brings the total allocated under the CSCF to $11 billion. A further $1 billion will be allocated in August.

“Giving smaller lenders in the loan and leasing market a chance to access credit is wholly consistent with Canada’s Economic Action Plan,” said Minister Clement. “Support for the financing of vehicles and equipment in Canada will also help bolster confidence in the Canadian auto industry at this critical time.”

Canada’s Economic Action Plan takes unprecedented action to improve access to credit and financing for Canadian families and businesses. Measures include the:

* Business Credit Availability Program
* Canadian Secured Credit Facility
* Insured Mortgage Purchase Program
* Canadian Lenders Assurance Facility
* Canadian Life Insurers Assurance Facility

The Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance, and the Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Industry, today announced that all of the measures in Canada’s Economic Action Plan to improve access to financing are in place and fully operational.

“To date, over $115 billion has been provided to improve the availability of financing for Canadian households and businesses, all of it on a commercial basis to protect the taxpayer,” said Minister Flaherty. “This has had a real impact on credit conditions in Canada. Household and business credit is growing and average interest rates have fallen steadily. This is good news for all Canadians.”

Minister Flaherty also announced that allocations under the $1-billion Small Enterprise Tranche of the Canadian Secured Credit Facility (CSCF) have been made, ensuring the facility reaches smaller participants in the loan and leasing market. Lenders from a cross-section of the vehicle and equipment financing industry have received the allocations. This brings the total allocated under the CSCF to $11 billion. A further $1 billion will be allocated in August.

“Giving smaller lenders in the loan and leasing market a chance to access credit is wholly consistent with Canada’s Economic Action Plan,” said Minister Clement. “Support for the financing of vehicles and equipment in Canada will also help bolster confidence in the Canadian auto industry at this critical time.”

Canada’s Economic Action Plan takes unprecedented action to improve access to credit and financing for Canadian families and businesses. Measures include the:

* Business Credit Availability Program
* Canadian Secured Credit Facility
* Insured Mortgage Purchase Program
* Canadian Lenders Assurance Facility
* Canadian Life Insurers Assurance Facility