Independent Living 

Suomi Eesti Maja (SEM)



721 North St.

Founded in 1976, Suomi Eesti Maja (Phase 1) is an independent-living facility for senior citizens.

Suomi Eesti Maja strives to ensure the privacy, security and maintenance of a safe and clean environment that provides a pleasant atmosphere where residents can live independently. Community service agencies may provide home and nursing care.  It has a dining room/recreation hall for social events and functions. Some apartments are geared to income as designated by the Sault Ste. Marie & District Social Administration Board. The minimum age limit is 60 years of age.


Suomi Eesti Maja provides a warm atmosphere and clean surroundings to help each resident to feel comfortable and safe in their surroundings. Many activities are planned and residents can be as busy and involved as they desire, or they can just enjoy the company of others.

Some of SEM's Amenities: 
  • Sauna / Exercise Room
  • Laundry Cards
  • Designated Parking 
  • Pool Table / Darts Game Room
  • Woodworking Room

Admission Process

Anyone who has submitted a complete application form will go onto the waitlist. Once an appropriate apartment becomes available, an OFRA staff will contact you to view the apartment and the facility. 

If you are a senior who meets the following criteria, you can apply for an apartment at the Ontario Finnish Resthome Association:
  • Over 60 years of age
  • Able to live independently
Anyone interested in applying for an apartment can also call to arrange for a tour of the facility. 

For tours or tour information contact For tours or tour information contact Tania Lavoie, Admission Coordinator at 705-945-9987 Ext 243.
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Suomi-Eesti Maja was the first housing facility established by OFRA in 1976.

This four-storey facility consists of 134 private apartments for independent seniors. Residents can enjoy several recreational and craft/hobby rooms, lounges, a large community room and saunas.

Availability of Subsidized Apartments

You may be eligible for subsidized (geared-to-income) rent through the Sault Ste. Marie Housing Corporation.

Please contact SSMHC for more information and subsidized housing application form.

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I have been a tenant here since 2013. I am so very happy to have found such a nice, clean, quiet and friendly place to call home. There is so much to do here in the way of activities and outdoor enjoyment.

Shirley Quesnel

Suomi Eesti Maja Resident