From bystander to nurse to surgeon – Calgary Housing Scholarship supports one resident’s dream in the medical field
“My education is more than a pathway to employment. It is the foundation of a lifelong commitment to caring for others and building a future filled with purpose, service, and stability,” said Naila, a nursing student and Calgary Housing resident. This statement not only sums up her commitment to furthering her studies, but also her […]
Calgary Housing scholarship to help budding biomedical engineer
Seeing a beloved family member suffer with chronic illness has inspired Zaima to do something about it. And she has a plan on how to alleviate the suffering of more than just her mother. Zaima is one of the winners of Calgary Housing’s inaugural Stability for Success Educational Scholarship. It’s a $2500 scholarship that aims […]
Calgary Housing announces 5 recipients of the Stability for Success Educational Scholarship
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Calgary, AB – Calgary Housing (CH) announced the recipients of its inaugural post-secondary education scholarship. The Stability for Success Educational Scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to Calgary Housing residents who want to start or continue their studies at an accredited post-secondary institution. The scholarship is unique, as the criteria isn’t based […]
Inside Calgary Housing: Resident has a fiery entrepreneurial spirit
August 21 marks World Entrepreneurs’ Day, and this year we want to highlight the story of a budding entrepreneur in a Calgary Housing home. Qutaiba is an ambitious teenager, but like many in his shoes, he didn’t have the money to do or buy what he wanted to. He wanted to start earning money for […]
Inside Calgary Housing: How affordable housing helped one resident build a future
Calgary Housing is sharing a story of a former resident whose experience in affordable housing allowed him to reach his educational goals and grow his family. “I’ve learned more about negotiation and conflict resolution in my time at Calgary Housing than over my entire career as a corporate lawyer.” “I’ve learned more about negotiation and […]
Rent Assistance Tax Slip Info
Tax Slip info for Rent Assistance Recipients Statement of Benefits (T5007) The T5007 tax slips will be mailed out on February 27, 2026. A T5007 – Statement of Benefits slip will be issued for each tax year for the following programs: Recipients of Portable Rent Supplements administered by Housing Providers Rental Assistance Benefit Program Temporary Rent Assistance […]
Affordable Housing: A Foundation for Change
Investment in Affordable Housing Builds Foundation for Change “It was the greatest experience for us.” Courtney Cathcart grew up in Calgary Housing. He, along with his mom and brother, lived in a townhouse complex in the west end of the city. The family was able to access Calgary Housing when Courtney was two years old, and […]
Inside Calgary Housing: Resident overcomes challenges to chart a path forward.
November 15 marks the beginning of Métis Week, and this year we wanted to highlight the story of a Métis resident that lives in a Calgary Housing home. Kaylee, a Métis woman from Manitoba, moved to Calgary in 2018. With support from Calgary Housing and her community, she overcame significant challenges and is now able […]
Inside Calgary Housing: Community’s support helps youth reach his dreams
Welcome to our new series “Inside Calgary Housing,” where we feature the people who live, work and play at one of the 9,200 homes under Calgary Housing’s care. August 12 marks International Youth Day, and this year we wanted to highlight the story of one youth that lives in a Calgary Housing home. While most […]
New Varsity Multi-Service Centre serves multi-generational families and community
We recently joined The City of Calgary and the Calgary Fire Department to open the new Varsity Multi-Service Centre. This community-focused hub includes strengthened emergency response, a public green space, new services, and new affordable housing options. For Calgary Housing, the 48 new homes here are part of our ongoing work to deliver stable, affordable […]
