BVRH Monthly Bulletin            December 2016

2016 Core Need Income Thresholds (CNIT)
The thresholds for Canmore, which control aspects of eligibility and revenue for social and affordable housing programs, do not adequately reflect the actual rental market. CAO is working with Canmore Community Housing Corp (CCHC) advocating for a revision. 

The Bow River Lodge Update  15 November, 2016

Keeping you informed about the This is Home project.

BVRH Monthly Bulletin            November 2016

2016 Core Need Income Thresholds (CNIT)

The thresholds for Canmore, which control aspects of eligibility and revenue for social and affordable housing programs, do not adequately reflect the actual rental market. CAO is working with Canmore Community Housing Corp (CCHC) advocating for a revision.

Work continues on a Bow Valley Housing Needs Study, which will give us the information we need to make sound decisions about how we can best meet the needs of the region, as well as support when seeking government assistance with meeting those needs.

Work continues on a Bow Valley Housing Needs Study, which will give us the information we need to make sound decisions about how we can best meet the needs of the region, as well as support when seeking government assistance with meeting those needs.

Chair and CAO attended a government-led engagement session. Topics discussed included: current state of affordable housing in Alberta; what works now; what can be improved; how to achieve desired outcomes and; roles and responsibilities of organizations that are part of the system.

CAO attended this provincial association event, which included an asset management education component, as well as an address by the Minister of Seniors & Housing, the association’s AGM and, networking sessions.

CAO presented 2 sessions on Fund Raising, and also facilitated a group discussion about the financial challenges faced by public housing bodies. The conference offered educational opportunities, a tradeshow featuring products and services used in the industry, government information sessions, and networking opportunities.

Our request to use our 2015 operating surplus for back logged maintenance projects in 2016 has been approved by the Government of Alberta. This means we have extra money for maintenance this year.

The board has approved the Audited 2015 Financial Statements. The auditors highlighted a very clean audit and positive business practices.

BVRH has acquired fresh data regarding the need for seniors housing in our region, which we will use in decision making and advocacy. Highlights include:

BVRH continues to assist the Government of Alberta with their efforts to house local victims of the southern flooding. This program is winding down; just two tenants remain in place.

The board approved revisions to minimum and maximum lodge accommodation rates, as well as hospitality package rates effective July 1, 2016. The board also approved new additional personal service fee rates effective January 1, 2016.