History
The story of Mills Community Support Corporation (formerly known as Almonte Community Development Corporation) has its roots in the mid 1970's when "Almonte Community Builders" was established. Individuals from the community who had been striving to build affordable housing for low-income families formed this group. The close collaboration between the Almonte Community Builders and Almonte Town council resulted in a successful application to the Ontario government for a Neighbourhood Improvement Grant to service an available tract of land, and funding from CMHC for construction of affordable housing.
Prior to the start of construction, the group decided to incorporate itself as the Almonte Community Development Corporation Inc. (ACDC) on December 9th, 1975. With it's own charter, ACDC proceeded with the construction of twelve family units on Norton Street. This first project was completed in 1978 and named the Gail Thomson Residences in honour of one of the founding members of ACDC.
Mills Community Support continues to respond to community needs through its Home Support Program, Property & Housing program and Special Support Services.
