Housing
Recent stories about housing
Bosco turns up the volume on community while considering development
An organization that supports people-serving non-profits in northeast Edmonton has launched a podcast series on community belonging as it considers what to do next with its sizable land.
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Historian seeks to tell the real story of Mill Woods
Mill Woods, the 24-square-kilometre development that makes up most of Edmonton's southeast quadrant, isn't quite what it seems from the outside, says historian Catherine C. Cole.
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Feds put $8.4M into manufacturing and construction innovation
Seven projects in the Edmonton region will share more than $8.4 million from the Regional Tariff Response Initiative from Prairies Economic Development Canada.
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Affordable housing summit to share knowledge, seek inspiration
The City of Edmonton will convene housing leaders from across the Prairies from May 11 to 14 in an effort to advance affordable and non-market housing.
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On the agenda: K-Days, Africa Centre, living wage
This week, councillors are set to discuss a potentially reduced footprint for K-Days and other major events, review a sale agreement for a proposed community centre, and hear an update on the city's living wage requirement.
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Your turn: Rossdale, budget, and County Chats
This week's batch of calls for public engagement includes a survey about Rossdale neighbourhood renewal, several budget surveys around the region, and drop-in sessions in Parkland County.
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Study measures housing insecurity among Black youth in Edmonton
A study of the housing experiences of Black youth in Edmonton has found some alarming vulnerabilities and a need for further research.
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On the agenda: Taxes, budget, River Crossing
This week, council will discuss the drivers of tax increases, vote on increasing the budget for various capital projects, and consider approving the first phase of the River Crossing Community Development.
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Council hears frustration from both sides on proposed infill changes
Residents and developers told Edmonton city councillors at a public hearing on April 7 that proposed changes to the zoning bylaw won't make a material difference to the feel of the infill structures from the street and will only make units less livable.
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