Affordable Housing with Indigenous Intergenerational Programing opens in Crescent Heights

Calgary, AB – Hope Heights, a four-storey apartment building located at 117 12 Avenue NW is opened on October 15th in the community of Crescent Heights just north of Downtown, Calgary. This project includes 35 one-bedroom rental units for young single mothers and their children, and seniors. Residents will have access to wrap-around support services on-site provided by Highbanks Society and McMan Youth, Family and Community Services of Calgary. Thank you to Elder Skip Wolfleg JR from the Siksika Nation for offering a blessing to this space, this land, and welcoming our new residents.

The collaborative program is designed to provide stable, affordable housing for vulnerable populations, particularly young adults and their children as well as seniors, with a focus on Indigenous communities. This proven intergenerational housing model proposed for Hope Heights, fosters a mentorship community where seniors mentor youth on Indigenous traditions and life skills while youth support seniors with companionship and daily living tasks. This mixed model aims to reduce social isolation, promote health, and enhance the well-being of both populations. The program will integrate cultural programming, mentorship opportunities, and life-skills training, supported by case management staff on-site during the day.

“At HomeSpace Society, we are incredibly proud to celebrate the grand opening of Hope Heights. This project represents more than just bricks and mortar—it’s the culmination of innovative partnerships, driven by a shared vision to create lasting, meaningful change. We are especially grateful for the opportunity to serve Indigenous Calgarians, ensuring this development not only meets immediate housing needs but also reflects a deep respect for culture, tradition, and resilience. Together, we are building homes that offer hope, stability, and a brighter future for generations to come.”– Bernadette Majdell, CEO HomeSpace Society

This housing project received $7.3 million under the Cities Stream of the third round of the RHI3 from the federal government through CMHC, $872,975.00 from the City of Calgary, $2.1 million from the Government of Alberta Affordable Housing Partnership Program, and $1.3 million donation from Calgary builder Hopewell. The 20 months of construction began in March 2023 and was completed on time and on budget by October 2024. Hope Heights is the final build of the former RESOLVE campaign launched in 2012, where Calgary homebuilders donated $1.4 million each towards affordable housing. Those builders were Albi Homes (now Albi Luxury by Brookfield), Brookfield Residential, Cedarglen Homes, Streetside Developments, Morrison Homes, Hopewell Residential, Homes by Avi, Calbridge Homes, Shane Homes, Cardel/Logel Homes and Jayman Master Built (now Jayman Built).

We extend our deepest thanks to all who believed in this vision and helped make it a reality as well as everyone who joined us at the grand opening of Hope Heights.