@ASCHA__

Alberta Seniors & Community Housing Association: provides member-centric services and a bold unifying voice to support seniors and community housing providers.

 Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Joined August 2009
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November is Housing Month, an annual campaign dedicated to raising awareness about safe, quality, and affordable housing in Edmonton. This year, we’re bringing you a full month of activities. From insightful webinars events and Supportive Housing visits, there’s something for everyone to learn and participate in. See details at housingmonth.ca/where-and-wh… and learn more on: housingmonth.ca/ #yeghousingmonth
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Congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Liberal Party of Canada on their election victory. CHRA looks forward to working with your government to tackle the housing crisis by doubling the share of community housing and building a more fair and just Canada.
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Canada’s housing system is an unfair game stacked against Canadians. The only way out of the game is together. Join the Canada Housing Coalition (CHRA,@CAEHomelessness, @CREA_ACI, @HabitatCanada) to End the Housing Game. endthehousinggame.ca/chra-si…
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The @CDHoweInstitute reveals the need for strategies that support greater affordability for seniors and encourages governments to look at Quebec, which provides a refundable tax credit for seniors and their care. Read the report here: bit.ly/4aKL6WN
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Calgary is set to experience another heatwave this week! Here are a few tips to help keep your home cool.
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Alberta’s government is providing a $20 million increase to help seniors lodge operators support eligible low-income residents. This investment will support seniors who need access to safe, secure and affordable homes. Read more here: alberta.ca/release.cfm?xID=9…
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François Fayad, our Director of Communications, was with Irene Martin-Lindsay, Executive Director of @ASCHA__ yesterday afternoon at the @NBNPHA_ALSBLNB annual conference to talk about consolidation in the community housing sector, as seen in Alberta.
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Mental Health Week is just around the corner! Here is a list of all of the incredible events hosted by CMHA Edmonton. Don't miss out—register now on our website before spots fill up! Let's prioritize our well-being together. 💙
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I am announcing support for Alberta Housing Providers to help tackle rising costs and inflation. Together, we can effectively address the housing crisis and continue to improve the lives of Albertans for generations to come. xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1mnGepXkZ…
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Supporting Alberta Housing Providers

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The direct results of providing housing and wraparound supports can be seen here, in just 6 months: - many residents found employment - there was a reduction of substance use - a reduction of emergency hospital visits by 74% cbc.ca/news/canada/london/hi…
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Did you try turning it off and then turning it back on again? Sleep is like a reset for the body and on World Sleep Day, we remind everyone that sleep is an excellent way to improve & maintain your physical & mental health. #WorldSleepDay #FCSS #FCSSAA
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Some populations are at increased risk of being in #housing need, or may have accessibility needs. Luckily, our Housing Needs Assessment Tool can break down your community’s core housing need by these Priority Populations, and their income. hart.ubc.ca/housing-needs-as…
Percentage of Households in Core Housing Need by Priority Population, 2021, Canada. Bar chart showing the percentage of households of designated priority populations in core housing need.

ALT Percentage of Households in Core Housing Need by Priority Population, 2021, Canada. Bar chart showing the percentage of households of designated priority populations in core housing need.

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Alberta's population increase has led to an increased demand for housing. Our economic study finds that bringing the province's % of community housing stock in line with the OECD average by 2030 would bring $16-$30.5B to AB's GDP. Learn more: bit.ly/49SLani @ASCHA__
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On the shortest day of the year, let's illuminate the importance of mental health. 15% of Canadians experience the winter blues — a wave of low emotions accompanying these colder, darker times. Today, take a moment to prioritize your mental health. #MentalHealthMatters
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#Housing can come in many, many forms—market, non-profit, public, social, supportive, subsidized, transitional... Don’t get overwhelmed, our Housing Glossary is here to help you sort these terms out: hart.ubc.ca/housing-glossary…
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Our new survey highlights a reality: Almost half of Canadians allocate 50% or more of their income to housing costs. Among those aged 18-34, 64% spend over half their income on housing. #NationalHousingDay Explore insights and our housing solutions: habitat.ca/en/news/housingsu…
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Among the report's key findings is that bringing Canada’s community housing stock to the OECD average by 2030 would boost economic productivity by a staggering 5.7% to 9.3%.
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@CMHC_ca17 Nov 2023
Making sure everyone in Canada has a home means all of us working together to find innovative solutions to housing challenges. Nov. 22 is #NationalHousingDay, don’t forget to mark your calendars.
An optimistic woman is standing on a busy street. There is a roofline drawn around her.

ALT An optimistic woman is standing on a busy street. There is a roofline drawn around her.

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#YEGHousingMonth 2023 begins! Join upcoming virtual lunch & learn sessions by @CityofEdmonton & @GEFSeniors on housing, affordability & engagement on Nov 3 & 6, noon-1 pm. To participate in one or more events, register at housingmonth.ca/where-and-wh…. #TogetherWeCanEndHomelessness
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Leading up to Truth and Reconciliation Day @NCTR_UM are hosting daily lunch and learns. Check them out here: nctr.ca/education/coming-soo…
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