Edmonton housing programs

A home is more than just a roof overhead; it should be a safe and secure place where families build relationships and communities, where they enjoy economic prosperity and where they are happy and healthy. Civida manages more than 5, housing rental units throughout the Edmonton area.

A safe, affordable home plays a critical role in all aspects of life. Everyone deserves a home they can afford. To better understand why communities are opposed to affordable housing and how providers can understand and respond to opposition, Civida conducted an applied research project on affordable housing and neighbourhoods.

Civida Board Chair, Mr. For information on how to participate, please visit their website. The City is leasing land in Evansdale to the Homes for Heroes Foundation for a tiny home village for military veterans who have experienced homelessness.

Learn more. The City sold land to Habitat for Humanity at below-market value for the construction of six homes in the northeast neighbourhood of Hollick-Kenyon. The City renewed a land lease that will allow GEF Seniors Housing to redevelop a complex built in , tripling the number of units for low and moderate income seniors.

Civida formerly Capital Region Housing is leading the renewal of a City-owned housing complex in Kilkenny into new safe and affordable housing in a sustainable mixed-market development. Since , the City has contributed capital costs toward the construction of nearly new or refurbished units of affordable housing. Learn more about available grant programs. This development is part of the new transit-oriented redevelopment at Station Pointe.

Affordable housing is rental or ownership housing that requires government money to build or operate. Affordable housing has rents or payments below average market cost. It is targeted for long-term occupancy by households that earn less than median income for their household size.

Most affordable housing is provided in multi-unit residential structures, including apartment units, row housing, triplexes and duplexes. Affordable home ownership is offered through Habitat for Humanity.

There are Edmontonians of all ages, including low-wage workers, retirees, single-income families, newcomers, and people who need income support, struggling to cover their housing costs. Of those, 22, households spend more than half. When housing costs are this high, it becomes difficult to afford other necessities, like food and clothing, or to save for the unexpected, like illness or job loss. This kind of housing insecurity puts people at risk of homelessness.

There are different types of affordable housing to meet different needs. Anyone can apply for affordable housing if they are over 18, low-income, and capable of living independently. Applicants must provide proof of income and a written reference, preferably from a previous landlord. There are many reasons why the City of Edmonton supports building affordable housing in every neighbourhood, regardless of average income.

The Seniors Lodge program provides rooms, meals, housekeeping services and recreational opportunities for independent seniors. Community based services may help offer these amenities and opportunities.

A seniors lodge may be appropriate for those who do not require care in a specialized health care facility. Management and resident selection opportunities belong to local housing providers. Each local housing provider sets their own lodge rates, and rates vary between regions.

Special Needs Housing options are available for individuals who have special housing needs, including:. Look through the available options and choose a local housing provider that offers a program that suits your situation. Under the Alberta Housing Act and regulations, as well as operating agreements, housing providers are responsible for the day-to-day operation of housing programs and managing applications for housing.

Contact information for housing providers is available at the end of the Find housing tool. The Design and Technical Guidelines outline the minimum standards required when developing provincially-funded housing in Alberta. The guidelines provide design principles and technical specifications for the construction of affordable housing. They provide direction to housing management organizations, designers, project managers, developers and contractors in new construction and major renovation projects.

The fact sheets give a quick overview and summary of each housing accommodation type, its functions, and key design characteristics. They include a typical functional program table to assist in planning areas for the specific accommodation type. Alberta Housing Act. Alberta Housing regulations. Supportive Living Accommodation Licensing Act. Income thresholds.