This program provides apartment type accommodation to low and moderate-income seniors who are functionally independent with or without the assistance of existing community based services. The tenants rent, which includes heat, water and sewer expenses, is based on 30% of a households adjusted income. Tenant's are responsible for electricity, telephone and cable television, as well as any additional services they may request i.e. parking.
Income Changes
Senior citizens whose income falls below local limits (Core Need Income Threshold or CNIT) and who are functionally independent, with or without the help of existing community based services are eligible. Applicants are prioritized on the basis of need.
Bow Valley Regional Housing (BVRH)
Phone: 403-678-5922 Email Website
Office Location:
920 13th Street
Canmore, AB T1W 1W1.
Services: BVRH operates 62 apartment-type units in Banff Mount Edith House and Canmore Bow River Homes
Evergreen Manor, Cochrane
Legion West Heritage Society
Phone: 403-932-6489
Office Location:
300 Ross Avenue
Cochrane, AB, T4C 1X4
Services: Subsidized rental apartment for seniors who are able to manage on their own. Apartment building has exercise room, hairdressing salon, and a meeting room.