Starting this January, WHRC will begin visiting units to complete the Annual Housekeeping Reports. We encourage all tenants to spend some time making sure their unit is up to WHRC housekeeping standards. Prior to our visit, you will receive a 24-hour notice saying that we will be entering your unit. Over the next few months we will select one or more buildings to be inspected each month.
January Housekeeping Reports
Winter can feel like FOREVER in Winnipeg. Especially if you have kids!
To warm up those cold winter days we present the return of our award winning series for children of all ages every Sunday afternoon at 2:00pm from January to March. There will be special guests, surprises and lots for kids to enjoy. Special thanks to Assiniboine Credit Union and extra programming courtesy of Kier-La Janisse.
SUNDAY AFTERNOONS
JANUARY 20 until FEBRUARY 24
At Cinematheque -- 100 Arthur St.
In The Artspace Building At Old Market Square
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Proudly presented by Assiniboine Credit Union and Cinematheque
WHRC is pleased to announce that the redevelopment of Flora Place was selected as one of 16 projects to receive the 2008 CMHC Housing Award.
The CMHC Housing Awards Program was created in 1988 to identify, recognize, showcase and share best practices that have helped to improve the quality, choice and affordability of housing in Canada. Every second year, the Program honours the people and organizations creating affordable housing solutions across Canada and helps share their best practices with communities across the country.
WHRC tenants are invited to go on a bus trip to see Canad Inn's Winter Wonderland on Thursday, December 11, 2008. See over one million lights and over 29 different themed areas during the 2.5 km drive.
The bus leaves 60 Frances Street at 5:30 PM and return by 7:30 PM. There is no charge to attend but you do need to call and reserve your spot as seating is limited. Please call 228-5518 for your ticket or visit the office at 60 Frances.
The utility bills for your unit are your sole responsibility during your tenancy. How much you pay for utilities depends on how much you are consuming. There are many ways to reduce consumption, including the following:
Christmas Hamper Winners
Congratulations to our food hamper winners. Dave Galbraith won the hamper for an individual or couple. Stephanie Spence and her family won the family food hamper. The draw was open to WHRC tenants.
WHRC is going to give away two holiday food hampers to WHRC tenants. The draw is open to all WHRC tenants who have their rent paid up-to-date. Only one entry per unit will be eligible to win. One draw will be held for a family and the other for an individual or couple. The draw for the food hamper will be held on Friday, November 21. The winners will be announced in December's newsletter.
Tenants interested in ordering a hamper from the Christmas Cheer Board can do so starting
The Cheer Board's hours are:
Monday to Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM from November 12 until December 13. From December 15 - December 19 hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM and Saturday and Sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Congratulations to Karen & Dana Barnes who have received a gift card to purchase a turkey, and all of the trimmings. Thank you to everyone who entered. WHRC wishes all tenants a happy Thanksgiving holiday.
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WHRC tenants are encouraged to enter their name into a draw to win a Thanksgiving dinner. The lucky tenant will receive a gift card to purchase a turkey and all of the trimmings. Enter your name at the office before Wednesday, September 24 at noon. The winner will be announced in the October newsletter.
WHRC tenants' vehicles are required to have proper insurance if the vehicles are parked on WHRC property. This means that all uninsured vehicles or those with expired license plates will be towed. For more information contact the office at 949-2880.
September is a great time to start preparing for the cooler months ahead. WHRC would like to remind tenants that balconies and patios are not to be used for storage. Please note that satellite dishes are not permitted as they can damage the building. Tenants living in buildings with storage rooms should check to make sure their storage units are clean and tidy. If you are not sure if your storage unit or balcony is up to WHRC standards please check with your building caretaker.
WHRC would like to remind tenants about the safety program called Apartment Watch. If you, "Don't Know Them, Don't Let Them In".
Please do your part and DO NOT let anyone into your building that you don't know. Remember, you are responsible for any person you let in.
Congratulations to our winner Elaine N. who sent in one of her recipes. Send us a recipe and your name will be entered to win a WHRC cookbook and cooking pot (with a lid). Mail or drop off your recipe to the office at 60 Frances St. by Wednesday, September 24.
Each year tenants are required to submit their annual income to the office so that WHRC can calculate your rental rate. You will be sent your "Annual Income Declaration/Renewal" documents and we need them completed and returned as soon as possible.
These documents include Schedule A and A-2. The forms need to be filled out, signed and returned to the office at 60 Frances St.
WHRC is visiting units to complete the Annual Housekeeping Reports. We encourage all tenants to spend some time making sure their unit is up to WHRC housekeeping standards. Prior to our visit, you will receive a 24-hour notice saying that we will be entering your unit. Over the next few months we will select one or more buildings to be inspected each month.
September Housekeeping Reports
WHRC's Community Garden is having another successful year. The gardens are doing well and the water tank has been a welcome addition.
Our volunteer gardener, Paul Barton, has been working hard keeping the garden area looking great. In addition to the water tank, a herb bed, hanging pots and birdfeeders have been added.
Please keep in mind the garden plots are offered to tenants on a first come first served basis.
If you would like to have a garden plot in 2009 contact, the office or call 228-5518.
The following are two cleaning tips sent in by a WHRC tenant:
To clean baked-on foods from dishes or stovetop mix a tablespoon of baking soda with 1/4 tablespoon of dish soap to make a paste. Rub on item and then rinse.
Use regular toothpaste to remove tarnish off of silver, brass or copper. Rub toothpaste on item to be cleaned. Do not use a toothbrush as it may scatch some surfaces.
Explain how life is going to change for your child. A week prior to the first day, offer a description of the morning routine: "I'll wake you up at 7 o'clock, you need to be dressed by 7:30 for breakfast. I expect you ready with your backpack, lunch and coat to walk out the door at 8 o'clock." Young children need practice.
Most children adjust to the new school year after a week, but if after a month your child resists getting up and going to school, it's time to evaluate why. Start by talking to your child's teacher.
Each year tenants are required to submit their annual income to the office so that WHRC can calculate your rental rate. You will be sent your "Annual Income Declaration/Renewal" documents and we need them completed and returned as soon as possible.
These documents include Schedule A and A-2. The forms need to be filled out, signed and returned to the office at 60 Frances St.
WHRC is visiting units to complete the Annual Housekeeping Reports. We encourage all tenants to spend some time making sure their unit is up to WHRC housekeeping standards. Prior to our visit, you will receive a 24-hour notice saying that we will be entering your unit. Over the next few months we will select one or more buildings to be inspected each month.
August Housekeeping Reports
WHRC is building ten single-family affordable homes in the Centennial neighbourhood. The homes, to be built on Alexander Avenue and Pacific Avenue, will be for sale to low-to-moderate income households. First time homebuyers are eligible to receive Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance (HDPA).
The project received over $730,000 in funding from the Winnipeg Housing and Homelessness Initiative (WHHI). WHHI is a partnership between the Government of Canada, the Province of Manitoba and the City of Winnipeg.
If you are interested in purchasing an infill home you must be pre-approved for a $85,000 - $95,000 mortgage. As well your household income cannot exceed $49,999. For more information please contact Florence at 957-7462.
WHRC tenants ages five to 16 are invited to create a 8.5x11 masterpiece of "What I like best about Summer". The pictures can be done on anything as long as it is no larger than 8.5x11. One winner will be chosen in the following age categories:
To enter tenants must send their artwork, with their name, age, date of birth, address, telephone number, attached to the back. Artwork must be received at the office, 60 Frances Street by 4:30 PM on Friday, July 25, 2008. Call 228-5518 for more information.
Each year tenants are required to submit their annual income to the office so that WHRC can calculate your rental rate. You will be sent your "Annual Income Declaration/Renewal" documents and we need them completed and returned as soon as possible.
These documents include Schedule A and A-2. The forms need to be filled out, signed and returned to the office at 60 Frances St.
WHRC is visiting units to complete the Annual Housekeeping Reports. We encourage all tenants to spend some time making sure their unit is up to WHRC housekeeping standards. Prior to our visit, you will receive a 24-hour notice saying that we will be entering your unit. Over the next few months we will select one or more buildings to be inspected each month.
July Housekeeping Reports
Click here to see the news release for this exciting new project!
The blue bins are marked to indicate they can accept any recyclables - containers, paper products and glass. Don't sort them. Don't tie them. Just empty them and toss them in loose. And no plastic bags please!
You can recycle: Plastic containers with a recycling triangle on the bottom, including all bottles, pails, tubs, and jugs, aluminum drink cans, steel (tin) cans, milk and juice cartons, juice boxes, newspapers, flyers, magazines, phone books, household paper, shredded paper and envelopes, cardboard egg cartons and paper tubes, flattened cardboard, glass jars and bottles (clear and coloured).
Common items you can't recycle: Plastic bags, plastic packaging and cellophane, household hazardous waste containers, (such as antifreeze, motor oil, and bleach), aluminum foil or foil pie plates, foil or foam takeout food containers, foam packaging, foam egg cartons or foam meat trays, mirrors, window glass or light bulbs, drinking glasses, ceramics or cookware.
If there are enough tenants interested in having a garage sale, one will be scheduled in July. Please contact us if you would like to participate in a Garage Sale at 60 Frances Street.
KidSport is a children's charity that assists children to participate in organized sport programs. Eligibility Guidelines:
DEADLINES: July 15th and October 15th
If you have questions call KidSport Manitoba at 925-5907.
WHRC is visiting units to complete the Annual Housekeeping Reports. We encourage all tenants to spend some time making sure their unit is up to WHRC housekeeping standards. Prior to our visit, you will receive a 24-hour notice saying that we will be entering your unit. Over the next few months we will select one or more buildings to be inspected each month.
June Housekeeping Reports
Project Glow is planning a clean-up day on Thursday, May 8 from 6 P.M. - 8 P.M. in the community garden next to our office at 60 Frances Street. WHRC tenants with plots in the community garden are encouraged to attend to learn more about how to plant and care for a garden.
There are still a few plots available for tenants. If you wish to have a garden plot please call 949-2880.
Do you have trouble paying your rent on time because you can't get down to the office before it closes?
WHRC offers P.A.D. (Pre-Authorized Debit) for monthly rent. Bring in a check from your bank or pick up an authorization form and have your bank help you fill it out. P.A.D. makes it easier to pay - your rent comes out the 1st of the month as long as there is money in your account.
If you have any questions please contact WHRC at 949-2880 for more information or to have a form sent out to you.
WHRC is visiting units to complete the Annual Housekeeping Reports. We encourage all tenants to spend some time making sure their unit is up to WHRC housekeeping standards. Prior to our visit, you will receive a 24-hour notice saying that we will be entering your unit. Over the next few months we will select one or more buildings to be inspected each month.
May Housekeeping Reports
The WHRC cookbooks have arrived at the office, 60 Frances St. The Cookbooks will be $5.00 each with net proceeds going to Winnipeg Harvest. Order your cookbook today by calling 949-2880.
