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Métis organization first recipient of Indigenous-led affordable housing grant
April 4, 2024 A new seniors housing development in northeast Edmonton will be the first project supported by the City of Edmonton’s new Indigenous-led affordable housing grant. Métis Capital Housing Corporation will receive $2.29 million for a new seniors lodge in the Montrose neighbourhood. The new lodge includes 36 affordable suites, a common dining area […]
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Read MoreResponse to federal government housing announcement
Apr 03, 2024 “Alberta’s government has deep concerns about the federal government’s April 2 housing announcement. To date, the Government of Canada has not provided adequate or appropriate funding to Alberta for housing and are once again bypassing provincial jurisdiction by not consulting or even notifying provinces about the new program. This is another example […]
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Read MoreNavigation and Support Centre remaining open permanently
Mar 26, 2024 The navigation and support centre in Edmonton will continue to connect vulnerable Edmontonians to services and supports and the province will add a second centre in Calgary. The safety and well-being of people in crisis and experiencing homelessness in Edmonton and Calgary is a priority for Alberta’s government. In November 2023, Premier […]
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Read MoreBuilding housing for the future
Mar 11, 2024 If Budget 2024 passes, its capital plan would invest $840 million over three years to provide more than 5,000 affordable housing units and support more than 6,000 jobs. All Albertans deserve a safe place to call home. To continue building capacity within the affordable housing system, Alberta’s government is continuing to invest […]
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Read MoreCalgary invites Indigenous organizations to non-market housing land sale – CityNews
The city of Calgary announced Monday five land sites available for sale at below-market value, prioritizing Indigenous non-profit organizations. Silvia Naranjo reports. Read More: https://calgary.citynews.ca/video/2024/03/11/calgary-invites-indigenous-organizations-to-non-market-housing-land-sale/
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Read MoreIndigenous organizations prioritized for Non-Market Housing Land Sale
11 March, 2024 The City of Calgary is pleased to announce that five new City-owned land sites are now available for sale, at below-market value, to eligible non-profit organizations under The City’s Non-Market Housing Land Sale program. Using funding from the federal Housing Accelerator Fund, each site will come with funding of up to $75,000 […]
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Read MoreFort McKay First Nation Oil Sands Regulations amendments advance economic reconciliation in Alberta
From: Indigenous Services Canada Today, Chief Raymond Powder of Fort McKay First Nation, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, and Rick Wilson, Minister of Indigenous Relations […]
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Read MoreHomeless reception centre generates big numbers as well as ‘abject misery’: advocate – Taproot Edmonton
March 6, 2024 The United Conservative Party government describes its recently-launched homeless reception centre as a success, but some advocates for people without housing strongly disagree. The province launched a navigation and support centre out of a Hope Mission building in January. Jason Nixon, minister of seniors, community, and social services, said the centre was […]
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Read MoreBuilding more homes that Canadians can afford in Edmonton, Alberta
February 21, 2024 Right now, in communities across the country, building affordable housing is too hard. That’s why the federal government is working with municipalities to break down barriers and build more homes, faster so Canadians – whether they are just starting out, growing their families, or aging in security – can find a place […]
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Read MoreHelping build more homes, faster in Alberta
February 19, 2024 With federal funding and federal leadership, we are changing how cities let housing get built in their municipalities. With a greater focus on higher density housing, student housing, homes near transit and affordable housing, we are going to get more homes built for Canadians at prices they can afford. Today, the Government […]
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