Camera On Labour No. 2
Synopsis
Forty-four units of low-rent housing are completed in Ottawa's Mooretown development, providing homes for families earning less than $3,500 a year.
Synopsis
In Ottawa, the Mooretown housing project begins construction in the fall of 1956, aiming to provide year-round employment for tradesmen facing winter layoffs. The local Trades and Labor Congress oversees the initiative, which offers affordable three-bedroom homes for families earning less than $3,500 annually. Meanwhile, in Alberta, the provincial government assists displaced coal miners from Nordegg as they transition to new jobs in a booming economy. J.S. Ferguson leads efforts to support these workers in finding employment opportunities across the region.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how Ottawa builds homes in winter despite snow and ice.
- Meet Mayor Charlotte Whitton as she inspects modern housing.
- Find out how Alberta helps miners transition to new jobs.
Did You Know
- In winter, about one quarter of construction tradesmen are unemployed by February.
- Moore Town's three-bedroom homes rent for only $58 a month.
- Nordeg's population has decreased from 1,200 to only a handful of pensioners.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rent for a three-bedroom home in Moore Town?
The rent for a three-bedroom home in Moore Town is $58 a month.
How many units are in the Moore Town project?
The Moore Town project consists of 44 units.
What was the population of Nordig before it became a ghost town?
Nordig had a population of 1,200 before it became a ghost town.
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