A recent funding injection from the federal government is providing more than 200 new affordable housing units in Calgary over the next two years. VCC's Meaghon Reid discussed the announcement with Global News' Adam MacVicar, explaining that there's still a gap between federal and provincial funding and the actual need in Calgary.
Article
Federal government announces $38M to build affordable housing units for Calgary seniors
VCC discusses affordable housing need with Global News
9 March 2022
Attribution
Related Articles
- Apr 16, 2024
"Poverty is a problem that just becomes more expensive if you do not treat it."
Meaghon Reid spoke with the Calgary Herald ahead of the Federal Budget 2024 on VCC's hopes for the announcement.
- Apr 15, 2024
Social housing in Canada needs to double to meet demand
Long-term affordability for renters and an increase in non-market housing is an important step in poverty reduction.
- Feb 25, 2024
Alberta intends to opt out of national pharmacare plan
VCC weighs in on the consequences for people living on lower incomes