Housing conference and partner exhibition
In observance of National Housing Day, The City of Calgary is hosting a Housing Partnerships Conference. The conference will support meaningful dialogue and collaboration.
Conference details
Date: November 26, 2024
Venue: Calgary Telus Convention Centre, 120 9th Ave SE, Calgary AB T2G 0P3
Time: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Conference agenda
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 8 a.m. | Breakfast networking |
| 8:30 a.m. | Session starts with welcome remarks |
| 10:30 a.m. | Concurrent breakout sessions (details below) |
| 11:45 a.m. | Lunch |
| 12:45 p.m. | Plenary panel |
| 2 p.m. | Networking and closing |
| 3 p.m. | Event ends |
Concurrent breakout sessions
There will be four breakout sessions available for you to choose from when you register for the conference.
#1: Leveraging partnerships in mixed income housing
Discover how successful partnerships can be leveraged to develop and operate mixed-income housing that cater to diverse population needs. Hear from leaders and discuss how these partnerships can be replicated or scaled up.
#2: Housing for Indigenous people and equity deserving populations
Understand the housing needs of Indigenous people and equity deserving populations. Explore collaborative solutions to overcome systemic barriers and promote long-term housing stability.
#3: Housing policies & partnerships that work
Explore best practices in housing policies and how partnerships can enhance housing supply and services.
#4: Innovative approaches to building housing in Calgary
Learn about innovative approaches and partnerships to quickly build and design housing supply to meet the evolving needs of Calgary’s population.
Housing Conference 2023 highlights
On December 7, 2023, in observance of National Housing Day, The City of Calgary hosted a half-day conference for organizations that serve Calgarians across the housing continuum.
The conference brought together over 200 delegates representing a diversity of organizations within the housing sector to network, participate in dialogue and inspire partnerships. It also served as a launch into action for the housing sector as The City begins implementing Home is Here, The City of Calgary's Housing Strategy 2024-2030.
“To address the housing crisis adequately, collaboration and partnership between all orders of government and the housing sector is needed. Housing affordability is a priority for The City and we are committed to working with the key stakeholders to ensure the timely and meaningful delivery of The City’s housing strategy.”
Tim Ward, Manager of Housing Solutions.
The conference proceedings included:
- Land blessing from Elder Jackie Bromley.
- Opening remarks by Mayor Jyoti Gondek, including an announcement dedicating two City-owned sites to develop housing to support families with children who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness.
- Inspiring keynote address by Jennifer Keesmaat.
- Panel discussion consisting of experts across the housing continuum.