Calgary invests $33M in affordable housing for Indigenous communities

March 17, 2026

RED FM News Desk

Calgary is set to see up to 379 new affordable housing units for Indigenous residents thanks to the city’s Indigenous Housing Program. On Monday, officials announced the recipients of the $33 million financial award—known in Blackfoot as Maa’toomaa’taapii Aoko’iyii’piaya—supporting 24 projects led by 16 Indigenous nations and non-profits.

The program marks the largest investment in Indigenous housing in Calgary’s history. Mayor Jeromy Farkas called it a “meaningful step forward” for the city’s Indigenous communities.

Chief Samual Crowfoot of Sikiska Nation expressed gratitude, noting the project will benefit members living off-reserve in Calgary and have a lasting impact on families.

Five projects will receive $20.2 million to construct 147 new homes, while four projects will use $10.6 million to purchase land for up to 232 additional units. The initiative aims to address housing shortages and strengthen community support for Indigenous residents in the city.