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We're joined by Christel Kjenner, director of the housing action team at the City of Edmonton, to get an overview of what the city is doing about the housing crisis. Here are the relevant links for this episode: Christel Kjenner Christel Kjenner on LinkedIn November 2021: The future of affordable housing according to our Christel ball (Episode 154) Housing at the city Affordable Housing Strategy Housing Accelerator Fund Feb. 21, 2024: Building more homes that Canadians can afford in Edmonton Housing context Calgary population surges by staggering 6%, Edmonton by 4.2% in latest StatsCan estimates Lack of clarity in district plans could erode trust, councillors say Edmonton mayor names 16-member task force to tackle housing and homelessness Housing advocates say big money is transforming rental markets. And Alberta could be a poster child New standard could help shift Edmonton's growth pattern Fifteen years after the original strategy, Edmonton has a new plan for homelessness Rapid fire The 'Redmonton' party no more: Alberta NDP's base has shifted to Calgary Edmonton Fringe raises $100,000 in donations, unveils 2024 theme Troy's tweet See us in person! May 30 : <a href="https://edmonton.taproot.events/calendar/20

Here are the relevant links for this episode: HR Policies Alberta premier's office appoints HR expert as minister speaks about drinking allegations ETS Delays Edmonton transit to temporarily reduce bus frequency due to driver COVID-19 vaccination rates Trick or Treat 'Treat or tricks': 1922 Edmonton Bulletin article has claim to first printed reference to popular Halloween phrase Guests Giri Puligandla , executive director, CMHA Edmonton Region Christel Kjenner , director of affordable housing & homelessness, City of Edmonton Housing Month Where and When — Edmonton Housing Month Housing Background 'It's a human right': Edmontonians want city council to take more action on housing Housing, transit top priorities for Edmonton at Big City Mayors' Caucus Council approves new supportive housing projects, seeks provincial funding for operations Edmonton's housing market ranked top for affordability 'It has to work for everyone': Edmontonians call for more inclusive city planning Councillor Introductions Aaron Paquette , Dene Speaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network : locally grown, community supported. This week we talked about Park Power , your friendly, local utilities p