Bill 23 received Third Reading in the Legislature on November 14, 2017, and Royal Assent on December 15, 2017. Please visit the Legislative Assembly website to view the bill.
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Asiya: Bought a Condo and Can’t Move In
I moved to Edmonton, Alberta less than a year ago from Montreal, Quebec. I am a single mom of a twenty month old girl with no support from her father. Moving to Edmonton meant that I would be closer to my parents and that my daughter would be closer to her grandparents. Needless to say, … Continue reading Asiya: Bought a Condo and Can’t Move In
Wanda: Thinking of Changing your Condo Bylaws? Think Again.
When my husband and I married in 2011 we knew we wanted kids, and we also knew that his building was age and pet restricted. He was the condo board president. We started a campaign to have the bylaws changed to allow children. We failed by one vote; people who don't vote count as a 'no' vote.
Media Release: Alberta Human Rights Act Age Amendments Discussion Guide
The CFHCA will be submitting a formal response to the Government of Alberta that will include the following key points: 1) The Act should include provisions that explicitly provide protection for children and their caregivers in condominium and rental housing. 2) The Act should include exemptions for supportive living facilities such as for persons with developmental disabilities and seniors.
Sample Responses: Alberta Human Rights Act Age Amendments Discussion Guide
The Government of Alberta want to know what you think! Alberta Justice has just released the Age and AHRA Discussion Guide. Written submissions are required no later than August 31, 2017.
Infographic: Canadian Jurisdictional Review of Age Restrictions in Housing
Alberta is the only province that allows discrimination against children in rental apartments and condos.
Amy: My Story, My Reasons
Parents on low or fixed incomes, or parents who have to leave their previous living situations in a hurry are up against a formidable obstacle when landlords and builders can legally discriminate against people with children.
Joelle: At Home in the Core
Finding family-friendly housing downtown has greatly enhanced our quality of life.
Fill in the Edmonton Insight Community Survey!
This month the Edmonton Insight Community survey (administered by the City of Edmonton) includes questions about people's attitudes toward children in apartments and condos. Please take a moment to fill in the survey--the data will be invaluable. You need to be a member of the Edmonton Insight Community to fill in the survey; if you're … Continue reading Fill in the Edmonton Insight Community Survey!
Michael: Diary of a Condo Board President
I'm a condo owner and currently serve as president of my condo board. My wife and I also own a second condo and I've been president of that board as well. Over the years we've had to deal with several problem units and noise complaints. None of the problems have ever involved children.
Child Friendly Housing Coalition of Alberta 