My husband and I are new parents. We live with our 16-month-old toddler in the heart of the core -- two blocks from Rogers Place -- in an apartment/loft building that is primarily professionals, MacEwan students, and a couple of retirees. Prior to 2012, our loft was my now-husband's bachelor pad. He lived there as … Continue reading Rachel: Loft Living, Family Style
Jodie: Housing is for Humans
I am a single mother who lives in downtown Edmonton with my 9-year-old daughter. When my marriage ended 5.5 years ago, I was faced with the reality that I needed to find a safe and family-friendly space for my daughter and I since I could no longer live in the marital home my ex-husband and … Continue reading Jodie: Housing is for Humans
Aitana: Being a Family Just Isn’t Cool
My husband, my five-month-old baby and I came to Edmonton on August 25 th, 2015. We are originally from Spain. We were living in a business style furnished condo for a year. We didn’t feel it a good space option for the baby, so we decided to move out. In July 2016 we started our … Continue reading Aitana: Being a Family Just Isn’t Cool
Jenn: Adult Only A-OK
This is a tough topic for me as I choose to live in an adult-only building (18 units, inner-city Calgary) and would like it to stay that way; however, I always read your posts on this topic (because I can see it is important) and I clearly see that for people with children (ie single … Continue reading Jenn: Adult Only A-OK
Chelsey: A Condo Love Letter
I live in an apartment. It’s not particularly attractive (think Soviet-era housing complex); the lobby features fake flower arrangements and brass finishes, the elevators often break down. I don’t have a balcony and I’m certain I’ve paid my lifetime’s share of special assessments. When I bought the place I had the idea I would “upgrade” … Continue reading Chelsey: A Condo Love Letter
Child Friendly Housing Coalition of Alberta 