Mar 20 2015
The Governments of Canada and Alberta are working together to build new affordable housing for low-income seniors in Edson, Alberta. A joint investment of some $12.1 million will support the expansion of the Parkland Lodge and fund 62 rooms in the three-storey, 102-unit building.
The new lodge, operated by the Evergreens Foundation, will include activity rooms, exercise facilities and guest housing for families who come to visit.
Jim Eglinski, Member of Parliament for Yellowhead, Alberta, on behalf of the Honourable Candice Bergen, Minister of State (Social Development), along with the Honourable Robin Campbell, Member of the Legislative Assembly for West Yellowhead, made the funding announcement today.
Quick facts:
- The new lodge will replace the existing building, developed in 1960, and located at 4619 9th Avenue in Edson.
- The joint funding comes as a result of the 2014-2019 Canada-Alberta Investment in Affordable Housing Agreement, which represents some $202 million over five years to help more individuals and families in housing need.
- The remaining funds for the new lodge will be contributed by the Housing Management Body, The Evergreens Foundation, and/or its members.
- The Evergreens Foundation is a non-profit housing management body that has been providing affordable housing options to seniors, individuals and families for over 50 years. It provides support to the surrounding communities of Hinton, Edson, Jasper, Grande Cache and Evansburg.
Source: http://www.canada.ca/