As we approach year-end, we’re proud of what we’ve achieved and excited for what’s ahead.
Island Unity Land Co-operative (Island Unity) was created as part of a larger effort to bring more community-based housing to Prince Edward Island. This work was supported by a project called the PEI Community Housing Expansion Project (CHEP), which brought together three organizations with a shared goal: to create stable, affordable housing that’s owned and shaped by the people who live in it.
Thanks to this collaboration, Island Unity was officially formed and the homes at Pope Road are now part of a resident-focused, community-owned land co-op. That means the land is no longer owned by a private landlord, but by the co-op itself, with decisions guided by a volunteer board supported by the people who live here.
We have since applied for a second round of funding under the CHEP program, marking an exciting step forward in our development journey. We have also submitted an offer to acquire over 100 homes from a private landlord, with the goal of converting them into co-operative homes. This opportunity represents a bold step toward expanding our portfolio and increasing access to permanently affordable, community-owned housing.
Our continued growth will be shaped by our strategic plan, which emphasizes organizational effectiveness, partnerships, and community engagement. These priorities will help guide our continued growth and deepen our impact across the province.
While our focus is on PEI, we’re also proud to be part of a broader movement. This September, we took part in the panel “Building Sustainable and Scalable Communities: Insights from Land Co-ops,” at the Community Land Trust Summit.
We’re finishing 2025 in a strong position, full of appreciation for our community, and looking forward to 2026. We hope that the end of the year offers you an opportunity for rest, reflection, and time with loved ones, and we can’t wait to see what 2026 will hold.