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Final report of the Alberta Affordable Housing Review Panel

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This report provides recommendations to government on how to better support housing for Albertans in need, balancing financial sustainability with growing demand. In developing its... More ≫

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This report provides recommendations to government on how to better support housing for Albertans in need, balancing financial sustainability with growing demand. In developing its recommendations, the Affordable Housing Review Panel considered input from Albertans, the supports required for Albertans in need of housing, market trends and projections, and approaches to housing in other provinces. The government will use this report as the cornerstone of its strategy and action plan to transform affordable housing in Alberta.

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CMHC - Alberta investment in affordable housing

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Since 2011, the Government of Alberta and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation have been working together to invest in affordable housing in Alberta, to improve and increase the supply of... More ≫

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Since 2011, the Government of Alberta and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation have been working together to invest in affordable housing in Alberta, to improve and increase the supply of affordable housing in the province, and to ensure Albertans most in need have access to safe and appropriate housing options. This resource and its updates present the annual and cumulative total of households assisted the the joint initiatives.

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Vendor performance management program [Seniors and Housing]

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Describes the Vendor Performance Management Program, which supports the Government of Alberta’s strategic goal of protecting vital public services by ensuring the delivery of quality housing... More ≫

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Describes the Vendor Performance Management Program, which supports the Government of Alberta’s strategic goal of protecting vital public services by ensuring the delivery of quality housing projects on time, on budget and within scope.

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Design and technical guidelines : Alberta Social Housing Corporation

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The Design and Technical Guidelines developed by Seniors and Housing are intended as benchmarks, to outline the minimum standards required by the province when developing provincially-funded... More ≫

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The Design and Technical Guidelines developed by Seniors and Housing are intended as benchmarks, to outline the minimum standards required by the province when developing provincially-funded housing in Alberta. The guidelines serve as a tool to convey guiding design principles and technical specifications for the construction of affordable housing, and provide direction to housing management bodies, designers, project managers, developers and contractors in new construction and major renovation projects.

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Alberta Social Housing Corporation housing accommodation types : fact sheets

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These fact sheets from Alberta Seniors and Housing were developed to support the Alberta Social Housing Corporation Design and Technical Guidelines. They provide summarized information about each... More ≫

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These fact sheets from Alberta Seniors and Housing were developed to support the Alberta Social Housing Corporation Design and Technical Guidelines. They provide summarized information about each housing accommodation type, including a brief explanation of the accommodation type, its functions, and key design characteristics. Each fact sheet includes a typical functional programme table to assist in planning areas for the specific accommodation type. Also includes a general fact sheet which provides a quick overview and summary of each accommodation type.

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Aging with pride : a guide to creating inclusive services for LGBTQ2S+ older adults

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The guide is an educational resource to help senior-serving organizations increase awareness of LGBTQ2S+ seniors’ issues and needs and identify concrete actions organizations can take to be more... More ≫

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The guide is an educational resource to help senior-serving organizations increase awareness of LGBTQ2S+ seniors’ issues and needs and identify concrete actions organizations can take to be more inclusive and affirming. This guide is for any organization that works with seniors as volunteers, staff, clients, residents or participants. This includes seniors’ centres and associations, community outreach and frontline service providers, and housing providers.

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Social isolation : the relationship between social isolation and elder abuse [2019]

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This fact sheet and accompanying poster and card were developed for those who provide services to seniors, to help improve understanding and awareness of social isolation and its relationship to... More ≫

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This fact sheet and accompanying poster and card were developed for those who provide services to seniors, to help improve understanding and awareness of social isolation and its relationship to elder abuse and loneliness.

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Addressing elder abuse : a toolkit for developing a coordinated community response

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The purpose of this toolkit is to support communities, organizations and individuals to provide a multi-disciplinary approach to prevent and address elder abuse. The toolkit provides a five-stage... More ≫

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The purpose of this toolkit is to support communities, organizations and individuals to provide a multi-disciplinary approach to prevent and address elder abuse. The toolkit provides a five-stage process for developing a Community Coordinated Response framework and includes definitions, templates, worksheets and handouts.

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Veterans service centre and housing supports : access to integrated services and supports in Edmonton

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This fact sheet provides an overview of the Veterans Service Centre and Housing Supports project. It provides details on the project, services available to veterans, program eligibility, project... More ≫

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This fact sheet provides an overview of the Veterans Service Centre and Housing Supports project. It provides details on the project, services available to veterans, program eligibility, project partners and more.

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Aging well in community grant program

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This two-page fact sheet provides an overview of the Aging Well in Community Grant Program, which provides funding support to initiatives that help Alberta seniors live safely and independently in... More ≫

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This two-page fact sheet provides an overview of the Aging Well in Community Grant Program, which provides funding support to initiatives that help Alberta seniors live safely and independently in their chosen communities. Includes eligibility requirements, application timelines and where to find additional information.

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