The province is providing an additional $16 million in funding towards government-owned affordable housing units. September 13, 2023. (Photo: Government of Alberta on YouTube, YourAlberta-Youtube)

By Christian Oldale

Alberta funding upgrades to affordable housing units

Sep 13, 2023 | 3:30 PM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – The province is providing an additional $16 million in funding towards government-owned affordable housing units.

The investment is on units not currently in use across Alberta, and will include repair and maintenance projects such as replacing windows, repairing roofs and improving interior environments to help bring units up to date.

Jason Nixon, Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services, said, “We know the need for affordable housing continues to grow. Alberta’s government is committed to maintaining existing units while continuing to invest in new homes.”

He continued, “By revitalizing outdated units, we are providing safe, stable homes for Albertans in need.”

The province is working with housing providers to identify priority projects.

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It was previously announced on July 24, 2023 that the provincial government was providing $68 million to support affordable housing solutions for low-income Albertans.

Public, non-profit and private sector partners can submit their affordable housing projects for funding until October 16.

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