AURORA — The Ontario government is supporting the construction of modern, safe and comfortable long-term care homes, housing and other critical infrastructure by selling unneeded government land in Aurora through the Surplus Lands Program. The land will be used to develop Communauté du Trille blanc (CTB) – Aurora, a new campus for the Francophone community that will include a 160-bed long-term care home, housing and recreation space.
“As our province continues to age, it is critical we protect Ontario and our seniors by building the long-term care needed to meet increasing demand,” said Natalia Kusendova-Bashta, Minister of Long-Term Care. “By selling unused provincial lands in the GTHA, we are finding innovative solutions where they are needed most. When the Aurora site is fully developed, 160 long-term care residents will have a modern and comfortable place to call home.”
The Surplus Lands Program also allows for underused land to be repurposed for the benefit of Ontario families, including for housing, health care and educational facilities.
Communauté du Trille blanc plans to submit a broader site proposal with a vision that includes:
- 160 new long-term care beds through the construction of a new long-term care home;
- 5 acres of recreational land use on the western parcel;
- A ‘French village’ campus of care that includes different types of housing and a French language hub; and
- A continuum of health and community services for residents.
This innovative approach to building new long-term care homes will help address the increasing demand for long-term care beds and housing in large urban areas, where available land is scarce and costly.
"Our government is protecting Ontario’s seniors by ensuring they receive the care they deserve — in the language of their choice and in a way that honours their culture and identity," said Caroline Mulroney, Minister of Francophone Affairs. "This new complex will provide adapted living spaces, specialized facilities and programs that keep residents connected and engaged while celebrating the rich culture of our Francophone community."
The program is part of the government’s commitment to build 58,000 new and redeveloped long-term care beds across the province, as outlined in the 2025 Ontario Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario. The government is fixing long-term care to ensure Ontarians get the quality of care and quality of life they need and deserve. The plan to improve care is built on four pillars: staffing and care; quality and enforcement; building modern, safe and comfortable homes; and connecting seniors with faster, more convenient access to the services they need.