The next round of funding for the Affordable Housing Partnership Program (AHPP) is open for applications from community partners to support innovative housing solutions.
Affordable housing enables families and individuals to use their income for other essential needs and to improve their quality of life. Alberta’s government is investing in programs to ensure Albertans have access to safe, stable and affordable housing.
Through this round of funding, Alberta’s government is providing $68 million to support innovative and sustainable affordable housing solutions for low-income Albertans. Public, non-profit and private sector partners can submit their affordable housing projects for funding until Oct. 16.
“The Affordable Housing Partnership Program fosters collaborative work and prioritizes the goal of making sure all Albertans have access to safe, stable, affordable housing. By working together with our municipal, non-profit and private sector partners, we will ensure we can deliver a variety of affordable housing options to meet local needs.”
Jason Nixon, Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services
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The first round of funding closed in January, resulting in the approval of $124.7 million in funding for 30 projects. The program has supported more than 1,100 affordable housing units across Alberta.
“Alberta Seniors and Community Housing Association, ASCHA, welcomes the second round of the Affordable Housing Partnership Program, which comes at a time when Alberta’s population is rapidly growing, increasing the need for all housing, especially affordable housing options. We are appreciative of government, under Minister Jason Nixon’s leadership, for committing another funding round, which is another important step to ensure we meet Alberta’s affordable housing needs.”
Arlene Adamson, president, Alberta Seniors and Community Housing Association
“In the last year, Civida was grateful to receive $14.9 million through the Affordable Housing Partnership Program to help us build an affordable 120-unit complex in south Edmonton that will, upon completion this fall, house over 300 people. We are very excited about the opportunities that new investments through this program will bring for all Albertans.”
Gord Johnston, chief executive officer, Civida
All the proposals will be assessed based on the local community needs, ability to achieve outcomes for Albertans with low income and value for taxpayer money.
Details on eligibility and the application process can be found online.
Quick facts
Some notable projects completed from the first intake of the Affordable Housing Partnership Program in January include:
$15.2 million for the City of Calgary’s Bridgeland Place Retrofit
$14.9 million for Civida’s Lendrum Redevelopment in Edmonton
$14.7 million for Meridian Housing Foundation’s Spruce Grove Lodge Supportive Living in Spruce Grove
Funding for Alberta’s Affordable Housing Partnership Program is provided through the National Housing Strategy 10-year bilateral agreement between the governments of Canada and Alberta.
Red Deer-North constituents with questions, concerns or comments can reach out to the local constituency office. They can do so via the form on the contact page or by phoning (403) 342–2263.
Funding of $2.1 million will freshen up housing and shelter spaces provided to individuals and families in need.
Women’s shelters, homeless shelters and private non-profit housing providers offer essential supports to thousands of Albertans. It is important to ensure the housing they provide is kept in good repair.
Through the Canada-Alberta Bilateral Agreement under the National Housing Strategy and Alberta’s Capital Maintenance and Renewal Program, 18 organizations will receive a combined $2.1 million to support better housing through renovations and upgrades. Upgrades include replacing windows, roofing and siding, updating heating and ventilation systems, updating suites with new flooring and cabinetry, and performing other maintenance to ensure the buildings are safe and maintained.
“As Albertans find a place to call home, it is important to ensure it is a safe place and somewhere they can take pride in. Whether it be a shelter or affordable housing, our government is glad to be investing these funds, which will improve the quality of life for so many Albertans for years to come.”
Jeremy Nixon, Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services
“Shelters and affordable housing play a crucial role in the road to recovery for vulnerable Albertans. This announcement will help renovate shelter spaces, maintain existing homes, and ensure continued access to essential services for Albertans. Thank you to the front-line workers and organizations that help those in need. Our government will continue to support you and the critical services you deliver across the province.”
Randy Boissonnault, federal Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance and MP for Edmonton Centre
“We are grateful for the provincial government’s support of $28,500 towards capital improvements at our Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter facility. This funding will allow us to further enhance the safety and comfort of women and children who are fleeing dangerous and abusive situations in our community.”
Kim Ruse, CEO, FearIsNotLove
“Hope Mission is grateful to the provincial government for the capital maintenance renewal funds of $254,000. This will go towards renovating our women’s washrooms to create a safer environment that best meets the needs of vulnerable women in our community.”
Bruce Reith, executive director, Hope Mission
“This funding greatly benefited Accessible Housing’s Inclusio residence. Inclusio is the first and only multi-unit residential building in Canada to receive Rick Hansen Foundation Gold Certification level for high standards of accessibility. Funding for capital improvement projects allows us to continue to help those living with limited mobility.”
Discovery House Family Violence Prevention Society: $27,000
Brenda Strafford Foundation: $151,300
FearIsNotLove Society: $28,500
Accessible Housing Calgary: $37,800
Edmonton
E4C: $490,000
Hope Mission: $254,000
Operation Friendship: $20,600
Urban Manor Housing Society: $17,500
Right at Home Housing Society: $106,000
Wings of Providence: $90,000
Rest of Alberta
Central Alberta Women’s Outreach Society (Red Deer): $50,400
Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter Society: $336,300
Peace River Regional Women’s Shelter Society: $64,000
Safe Haven Women’s Shelter Society (Taber): $45,000
Wapiti Dorm Society (Grande Prairie): $130,000
Salvation Army (Fort McMurray): $29,000
Budget 2023 secures Alberta’s future by transforming the health-care system to meet people’s needs, supporting Albertans with the high cost of living, keeping our communities safe and driving the economy with more jobs, quality education and continued diversification.
Quick facts
Capital Plan 2023 allocates more than $468 million to the Alberta Social Housing Corporation over three years to provide 6,900 new and regenerated affordable housing units and support 3,300 jobs.
The Government of Canada’s National Housing Strategy is an ambitious, 10-year plan that will invest more than $82 billion to give more Canadians a place to call home.
The Government of Canada, through CMHC, works with its provincial and territorial partners to reduce the number of Canadians in need by improving access to affordable housing.
Red Deer-North constituents with questions, concerns or comments can reach out to the local constituency office. They can do so via the form on the contact page or by phoning (403) 342–2263.
