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Canmore Community Housing We support a more sustainable community by providing a range of housing.

LOOKING TO RENT IN CANMORE?Finding a home you can afford in Canmore can be challenging. The Vital Homes Rental Program h...
11/03/2026

LOOKING TO RENT IN CANMORE?

Finding a home you can afford in Canmore can be challenging. The Vital Homes Rental Program helps eligible residents who live and work in our community access long-term rental housing at below-market rates.

COULD YOU QUALIFY?

You may be eligible if you:

Work at least 20 hours per week for a licensed Canmore business, or meet another qualifying employment or residency pathway.

Meet the program’s household income limits.

Meet the Canadian citizenship, permanent residency or valid work permit requirements.

Do not own residential real estate in Canada or elsewhere.

WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM OFFER?

Vital Homes rental rates are maintained at least 10% below market rates, helping eligible households access more attainable housing in the community they call home.

READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?

Review the eligibility criteria, gather your supporting documents and submit an online application through Canmore Community Housing.

Approved applicants are placed on the applicable waitlist, with homes offered as they become available. Wait times can be significant, so we encourage eligible households to review the program and apply early.

Learn more about eligibility and how to apply:

Vital Homes Rental Program | Canmore Community Housing

Questions? Contact our team at 403-609-9983 or [email protected].

What makes a community thrive?It's the people who care for our neighbors, teach our children, serve our customers, suppo...
11/02/2026

What makes a community thrive?

It's the people who care for our neighbors, teach our children, serve our customers, support local businesses and volunteer their time.

A thriving community needs people who can live here, work here and feel connected to the place they call home.

Housing is an important part of that picture. By helping create housing opportunities for local residents and workers, Canmore Community Housing contributes to a stronger, more connected community.

Because Canmore is more than a destination. It's home.

LOOKING TO OWN A HOME IN CANMORE?Homeownership in Canmore can feel out of reach, but Canmore Community Housing’s Vital H...
10/29/2026

LOOKING TO OWN A HOME IN CANMORE?

Homeownership in Canmore can feel out of reach, but Canmore Community Housing’s Vital Homes Homeownership Program is designed to help eligible residents put down roots in the community they call home.

Could you qualify?

The program is intended for people with an established connection to Canmore, including:

Local employees working at least 30 hours per week for a licensed Canmore business.

Residents who work locally, including eligible employees, self-employed individuals and retirees.

Long-term Canmore residents who meet the program’s residency requirements.

Applicants must also meet Canadian citizenship or permanent residency requirements, have a gross household income of $250,000 or less in the previous tax year, and qualify for mortgage financing.

THINKING ABOUT BUYING, NOW OR IN THE FUTURE?

You don't need to wait until you're ready to purchase to get started. Canmore Community Housing encourages interested households to apply and join the waitlist.

Your first step is to attend a Vital Homes Ownership Information Session to learn more about the program, eligibility requirements and application process. Our next sessions are November 4, December 2, and January 6, 2027.

Learn more and take the first step toward homeownership:

Explore the program and application details at:

Looking to Own | Canmore Community Housing

Questions? Contact [email protected].

Please review the full eligibility criteria, as meeting the initial requirements does not guarantee a home will be available or that mortgage financing will be approved.

Construction Update: 100 Palliser LaneConstruction at 100 Palliser Lane continues to progress, with roofing installation...
10/28/2026

Construction Update: 100 Palliser Lane

Construction at 100 Palliser Lane continues to progress, with roofing installation underway on Building 1 and the fourth floor of Building 2 nearing completion.

This development will bring 144 purpose-built rental homes to Canmore, across two buildings, with a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom units. A minimum of 20% of the homes will be accessible, helping meet a range of housing needs in our community.

With more than 100 tradespeople on site each day, work is advancing across several areas:

Building exteriors: Exterior work is underway, including insulation installation.

Interior construction: Drywall installation continues in Building 1.

Site development: Backfilling is largely complete, with hard surfaces in the parking area and sidewalks expected to progress in the coming weeks.

Next steps: Elevator installation and the installation of key mechanical equipment are anticipated in the coming weeks.

The project remains on track for completion in summer 2027.

Every milestone brings us closer to delivering much-needed rental housing for the people who live and work in Canmore.

CCH October Update: Housing Progress in CanmoreCreating more housing opportunities takes time, but important progress is...
10/26/2026

CCH October Update: Housing Progress in Canmore

Creating more housing opportunities takes time, but important progress is underway.

Here are a few highlights from our October 2026 Operations Report:

🏗️ 144 new rental homes in progress
Construction at 100 Palliser Lane continues to advance, with roofing underway on Building 1 and the fourth floor of Building 2 nearing completion. The development will include one, two and three-bedroom homes, with at least 20% of units designed to be accessible. Completion remains on track for summer 2027.

🏡 New ownership opportunities ahead
CCH continues to work toward bringing additional ownership homes into the Vital Homes Ownership Program through developments at Altitude and Colliery Parc, with new units anticipated in late 2026 or early 2027.

📋 Demand for affordable housing remains high
More than 400 applications across our ownership and rental programs have been started but are not yet completed or approved. This reflects continued interest in housing opportunities through CCH.

🏘️ Rental availability remains limited
Low tenant turnover means fewer opportunities for new households to access CCH rental homes. Our below-market rents also mean many existing tenants have an incentive to stay in their homes longer.

Providing more housing options for the people who live and work in Canmore requires ongoing development, planning and partnerships. CCH remains focused on expanding housing opportunities and helping bridge the affordability gap in our community.

Why can't we simply build more homes?Creating new housing involves much more than construction. Suitable land, planning ...
10/23/2026

Why can't we simply build more homes?

Creating new housing involves much more than construction. Suitable land, planning and approvals, development costs, financing and partnerships all play a role in bringing a project to life.

For community housing, there's an additional consideration: ensuring homes remain affordable over the long term.

Each project comes with its own opportunities and challenges, but the goal remains the same: creating more housing opportunities for the people who live and work in Canmore.

Thinking about owning a home in Canmore?The Vital Homes Homeownership Program helps local residents achieve homeownershi...
10/20/2026

Thinking about owning a home in Canmore?

The Vital Homes Homeownership Program helps local residents achieve homeownership at below market prices.

ho can apply? You may be eligible if you have a strong connection to Canmore through one of these pathways:
• Working full time for a Canmore licensed business
• Living and working in Canmore
• A long term Canmore resident
• A retiree with significant Canmore work history

Getting started is easy:
✅ Attend a free Vital Homes Ownership Information Session
📅 Upcoming sessions:
• November 9
🕛 12:05–1:00 p.m. (online via Microsoft Teams)
✅ Speak with a lender and obtain a mortgage pre qualification letter.
✅ Complete your online application and submit your supporting documents.
✅ Meet with Canmore Community Housing to sign your Statutory Declaration.
✅ Join the Vital Homes waitlist!

Whether you're ready to purchase now or planning for the future, we encourage you to apply early and secure your place on the waitlist.

To register for an upcoming information session, email [email protected] and let us know which session you'd like to attend.

Learn more about the Vital Homes Homeownership Program at www.canmorehousing.ca

**What will help reduce Vital Homes Ownership wait times?**New homes are part of the solution, but the type and number o...
10/19/2026

**What will help reduce Vital Homes Ownership wait times?**

New homes are part of the solution, but the type and number of homes added matter.

CCH expects new properties to come into the Vital Homes Ownership Program in the months ahead through private developer agreements. These additions will create more homeownership opportunities.

However, the latest operations update indicates that average and median wait times for two- and three-bedroom homes are expected to remain above two years without more inventory of these unit sizes.

With demand remaining high and resales slowing, it will take time for additional homes to make a meaningful difference.

**Growing the supply of the right homes is essential to improving access to affordable homeownership.**

CCH will continue working to support long-term housing opportunities for eligible local residents.

Learn more at canmorehousing.ca.

Why are Vital Homes Ownership wait times still so long?The answer comes down to demand and availability.In both 2023 and...
10/16/2026

Why are Vital Homes Ownership wait times still so long?

The answer comes down to demand and availability.

In both 2023 and 2024, the Vital Homes Ownership Program welcomed 120 applicants to its waitlist. Meanwhile, the program's inventory only reached approximately 200 homes in 2026.

When many people are seeking homeownership opportunities but relatively few homes become available through resale, wait times remain long.

The recent slowdown in resales means there are fewer opportunities for applicants to move into available homes. Although new properties are expected through private developer agreements, the effect on wait times will take time to materialize.

Long wait times are a reflection of the gap between demand and available housing.

We will continue to share information about the program and the factors affecting applicants.

Visit canmorehousing.ca to learn more.

Understanding the Vital Homes Ownership WaitlistWe know that waiting for a home can be difficult, especially when you ar...
10/15/2026

Understanding the Vital Homes Ownership Waitlist

We know that waiting for a home can be difficult, especially when you are trying to plan for your family and your future in Canmore.

Our latest operations update shows that both average and median wait times for two- and three-bedroom Vital Homes ownership units are tracking at more than two years.

These timelines reflect continued demand for affordable homeownership and the limited number of homes becoming available through resales.

While new properties are expected in the months ahead through private developer agreements, additional homes will take time to make a meaningful difference to wait times.

We recognize the uncertainty this creates for applicants and remain committed to providing clear information about the program and its challenges.

Thank you for your patience as we continue working to expand long-term housing opportunities in Canmore.

Learn more at canmorehousing.ca

Address

203, 600A 9 Street
Canmore, AB
T1W3L9

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+14036099983

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