Organization

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs is composed of three main divisions, as well as supporting strategic corporate and shared services:

Housing Development and Operations
The Housing Development and Operations Division works with over 200 community based organizations, including municipalities, housing providers, private non-profit and private for profit organizations to ensure that Albertans have access to affordable housing that meets their needs.  This includes options for families, seniors and Albertans with disabilities.  The division administers a number of grant programs established to increase the province’s supply of affordable housing, in addition to ensuring that provincially owned or supported housing is effectively managed.  The division also oversees the program and grant initiatives delivered through the Alberta Social Housing Corporation and administers rent supplement programs.

Homeless Support and Land Development
The Homeless Support and Land Development Division helps ensure homeless Albertans have access to emergency shelter and supports needed to transition into permanent housing and toward self-sufficiency.  The division provides support to the Alberta Secretariat for Action on Homelessness in implementing Alberta’s 10-year plan to address homelessness.  The division facilitates ongoing access to and the timely release of suitable land for the development of affordable housing in high-growth communities.

Strategic Services
The Strategic Services Division provides strategic operational and corporate support to the Ministry.  The division is responsible for the development and coordination of policy and legislation, strategic planning and reporting, performance measures, research, coordinating federal/provincial relations, and all aspects of financial services.  The division provides the Ministry with information management and technology services and general administration, including accommodations, procurements and records management.  Strategic Services collaborates with stakeholders and cross-Ministry partners to develop solutions that enhance understanding of key issues surrounding homelessness and affordable housing.