This release was issued under a previous government.
The Great Plains temporary neighbourhood in southeast Calgary will accommodate as many as 700 people once fully occupied in the coming weeks.
“We are making tremendous progress in rebuilding after the June floods, but there is still a significant need to provide temporary housing for people who can’t yet return to their homes. The Great Plains temporary neighbourhood will provide another housing option to ensure stability for families while they rebuild and re-establish their lives.”
More than 2,000 Albertans are currently still out of their homes due to the floods. Almost 1,400 are already living in temporary housing. The Great Plains site will provide additional housing for people who have been accommodated in hotels or other living arrangements until now.
It includes units for single people and families and will provide the same amenities as the Saddlebrook temporary neighbourhood in High River, including meals, recreation, laundry and internet access.
Albertans impacted by flooding who are in need of temporary housing must register before November 30. They can register by calling 310-4455 Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Our government was elected to keep building Alberta, to live within its means and to fight to open new markets for Alberta’s resources. We will continue to deliver the responsible change Albertans voted for.
Note to media:
A tour of the Great Plains temporary neighbourhood specifically for media will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15. Location: 57th Street and 68th Avenue SE, Calgary. Reporters are asked not to visit the site until then.
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