Indigenous Residential Solutions
Sustainable Modular Housing for Indigenous Communities
Armelands delivers turnkey, culturally aligned modular homes that arrive fully furnished and ready to support families from day one.
Our Mission & Vision: Building Foundations for Generations
We work hand-in-hand with Indigenous communities to deliver affordable, high-quality, and sustainable housing solutions tailored to local needs and aspirations.
Every Armelands home is designed and prefabricated in St. Catharines, Ontario, ensuring compliance with stringent Canadian standards and resilience in varied climates.
Community-Centered Design
Traditional influences and consultation with Elders ensure every home reflects community priorities and cultural values.
Sustainable Materials
Robust cold-form steel, hurricane-resistant envelopes, and low-impact finishes protect families for generations.
Energy Efficiency
Advanced insulation, heat pumps, radiant floors, and renewable-ready systems dramatically lower monthly costs.
Home Specifications & Structure
Core Structure
- 1596 sq ft interior plus 240 sq ft covered porch for four-season living.
- Commercial-grade cold-form steel framing with EPS foam for hurricane and fire resistance.
- Engineered helical pier foundation system with Canadian-certified drawings.
Performance Features
- R40 wall and R70 ceiling insulation with panelized assembly for rapid onsite completion.
- CSA-approved black-framed windows, durable metal roofing, and premium interior finishes.
- Heat pump, radiant heated floors, wood-burning stove, and tankless water heater included.
Coming Soon: Lifestyle Pods & Specialty Spaces
We are co-designing additional plug-in modules that complement residential neighborhoods—from seasonal cabins to wellness studios. These concepts are in partnership discovery and will evolve with community guidance.
Seasonal Hunting Cabins
Modular bunk-style cabins with secure gear storage, drying rooms, and land stewardship amenities for harvest seasons.
Community Fitness Studios
Multi-use wellness pods that support yoga, strength training, and Elder-led mobility programs year round.
Cultural Arts & Learning Nooks
Flexible interiors for language classes, drum making, and digital learning that connect youth and Elders.
Land-Based Workshop Garages
Heated maker spaces with tool storage, vehicle bays, and outdoor prep zones for land-care initiatives.
Youth Recreation Lounges
Safe hangout spaces with study pods, gaming zones, and mentorship corners supporting after-school programs.
Community Healing Spa Suites
Thermal therapy suites with cedar soaks, sauna pods, and treatment rooms oriented toward land-based healing.
Pricing & Investment
Our turnkey proposal for ten homes ensures transparent, all-inclusive pricing with substantial long-term value for the community.
Price per House
$478,800
Canadian dollars, turnkey delivery.
Cost per Square Foot
$300
Exceptional value across 1,596 sq ft living area.
Move-In Ready
100%
Fully furnished, equipped, and supported from day one.
Pricing includes architectural drawings, prefabrication, shipping, erection, finishes, appliance package, HVAC, renewable energy, heated garage, furnishing, and community support package, providing transparent value without hidden costs.
Turnkey & Fully Furnished Units
Move-in ready homes remove immediate financial burden and logistics, allowing families to settle comfortably from the very first day.
Complete Furniture Package
Beds, bunk beds, wardrobes, living room seating, dining set, and ample storage solutions included in every unit.
Premium Linens & Essentials
Sheet sets, pillows, towels, cleaning supplies, and paper goods arrive stocked for immediate comfort.
Kitchen Essentials
Cookware, tableware, countertop appliances, coffee maker, spice rack, and optional starter pantry provided.
Modern Appliances
Full suite includes fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave, washer, and dryer for seamless daily living.
Renewable Power & Community Enhancements
Homes are delivered with solar or wind generation, robust battery backup, and insulated heated garages. Every ten homes include an additional storage container with wind turbine and batteries for secure, energy-independent community storage.
- Solar or wind systems with battery backup ensure reliable, independent power for families.
- High-efficiency mechanical, storage, and heating systems reduce lifetime utility spend.
- Brymark Promotions community support package provides winter apparel, backpacks, and supplies.
Fresh Nibi Water Filtration
Every home includes a Fresh Nibi full-house filtration system, delivering clean drinking water while supporting a 100% Indigenous-owned business.
- Reduced reliance on bottled water and lower long-term costs.
- Improved wellness outcomes with safe, reliable drinking water.
- Direct support for Indigenous entrepreneurship and economic development.
Peace of Mind for Every Home
Our warranty coverage reflects our commitment to enduring quality and long-term performance.
- 10-Year Coverage: Interior flooring and wall finishes remain protected against manufacturing defects for a full decade.
- 25-Year Coverage: Combined manufacturer and Armelands structure warranty ensures the frame and foundation stay resilient.
- 50-Year Coverage: Premium windows and metal roofing deliver decades of durable protection in diverse climates.
Coverage excludes extraordinary events such as natural disasters or fire, which typically fall under standard homeowner insurance. Full documentation is supplied at handover.
Guided Delivery from Planning to Post-Occupancy
Experienced integration with project manager Darren Hardy, architect, and engineering team.
Collaborative value engineering with community representatives to balance cost and culture.
Master scheduling, weekly reporting, and WSIB-compliant safety planning for each site.
Rigorous quality assurance, inspection management, and responsive change administration.
Support securing regulatory approvals, permits, and civil engineering coordination.
Post-construction commissioning, manuals, warranty facilitation, and close-out documentation.
Next Steps: Partnering for a Brighter Future
We’re ready to collaborate on customisations, review project details, and deliver homes that elevate community well-being.
Review proposal details and address questions with our Indigenous housing specialists.
Explore customization options for cultural programming, accessibility, or climate-specific enhancements.
Understand the long-term economic, social, and health value of our move-in ready homes.
Initiate partnership steps and schedule delivery timelines suited to community priorities.