Construction Begins on New Seniors Housing in Fort Macleod

FORT MACLEOD, ALBERTA--(Marketwired - July 7, 2016) - Local seniors will soon have new affordable housing options in Fort Macleod. A 40-unit lodge will be built on the site of the existing Macleod Pioneer Lodge and will help to better accommodate the needs of residents.

The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), along with the Honourable Lori Sigurdson, Minister of Seniors and Housing, made the announcement today.

Quick facts:

• The Governments of Canada and Alberta contributed some $7.25 million to the project through the Investment in Affordable Housing Agreement (IAH 2014-2019).
• The new 40 units will be built on the site of the existing 37-unit lodge, located at 660-28^th Street in Fort Macleod. Residents will enjoy larger rooms, full in-suite washrooms and be protected by modern fire and safety systems.
• The Willow Creek Foundation is contributing some $1.8 million to the project.
• The Willow Creek Foundation is responsible for the existing Macleod Pioneer Lodge, the Chinook Arch Manor in Granum and the Colonel Macleod Manors One and Two in Fort Macleod.

Quotes:

"Our Government is providing Canadians not only with safe, affordable housing, but also with the jobs and opportunities they need, so they can strengthen and contribute to our communities. We are proud to support the creation of these new affordable housing units which will contribute to improve the overall well-being of seniors in Fort Macleod." - Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

"Every Albertan deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. I'm proud of our government's commitment to seniors and housing. The new lodge gives Fort Macleod and area seniors an opportunity to continue living in the community, close to family, friends and neighbours." - Honourable Lori Sigurdson, Minister of Seniors and Housing

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