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Calgary's Housing Fund at Risk Amid Rezoning Standoff

Calgary is at a crossroads as the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) halts $129 million in federal Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) money, pending clarity on citywide rezoning plans. This pause, reported by Global News, has sparked heated discussions among residents and city officials.

Community and Policy Clash

The federal fund, launched in 2023 to accelerate housing supply, mandates cities like Calgary to implement structural reforms, including ending exclusionary zoning. Calgary's initial approval of a blanket rezoning policy in 2024 aimed to diversify housing types, but faced significant public opposition. Despite exceeding housing targets, a recent motion to repeal this policy has triggered the funding freeze.

Future Uncertain

While some city leaders argue the policy failed to improve affordability and disrupted community character, federal advocates stress the importance of transformative change. The city must now navigate these tensions, with the risk of losing critical funding if clarity isn't achieved by March 2026. As Calgary prepares for further debate, the balance between federal directives and local priorities remains a pressing challenge.

Guardians of the Plains: Calgary's Ongoing Battle to Grow and Protect its Vital Urban Canopy

Calgary, a city often defined by its proximity to the Rockies and its industrious spirit, boasts an often-underestimated natural treasure: its urban forest. While the vast open spaces surrounding us might suggest otherwise, our city is home to approximately seven million trees, a verdant lung distributed across both public and

CTrain Cruelty, Humane Society Heist: The Spiraling Cost of Neglect on Our City's Streets

People are talking about a recent case involving a man charged with animal abuse, raising questions about pet safety in the city. The dog is now safe with the Calgary Humane Society.

Calgary's Own UCalgary Soars into Canada's Top 5 Research Universities!

The Gist Calgary, grab your coffee and listen up: our very own University of Calgary has officially landed in Canada's Top 5 research universities, making December 2025 a landmark month for our city! This isn't just bragging rights; it's a testament to the groundbreaking

Community and Policy Clash

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