ASCHA is advancing efforts to socialize our four key advocacy priorities: Optimization of Alberta’s Housing Continuum and Stock; Influencing Continuing Care Transformation; Capital Investment, Planning and Renewal; and Organizational Funding Models, Regulation, and Policy Reform. These priorities were identified and supported by our membership and advance the housing sector’s key positions on continuing care and assisted living, affordable and community housing, and Alberta’s Seniors Lodge Program. Through extensive data collection, research, member consultation, and collaboration with our allied organizations, partners, and government ministries, we have developed a framework document to communicate our findings and recommendations. The Right Housing, The Right Supports, The Right Time: A prevention-focused agenda for Alberta’s housing and supports system, positions housing as foundational to prevention and broader systems reform. This document outlines how the sector is responding to change, while navigating various issues impacting service delivery and achieving the housing and support goals of communities, and the province as a whole. The framework guides decisionmakers on how we can work to build a stronger housing and supports system that ensures more Albertans remain stable, connected, and supported in the places they choose to call home.

Recovery Capital Conference 2026
Jenny Grant, Director of Communications & Strategic Initiatives, was in Calgary Sep. 22 - 24 to gather insights on mental health and addictions recovery approaches from health care professionals, occupational health practitioners, government, academics, Indigenous leaders, and those with lived experience. The conference highlighted Recovery Alberta’s recovery-oriented care model, where those seeking support are now met with options sooner, reducing wait times from months and weeks to hours. Practitioners and adopters of the new model presented on their role in the new continuum of care for identification/prevention, interventions, treatment programs (both outpatient and inpatient), and ongoing recovery strategies – stressing the importance of the full continuum as recovery does not end when treatment does. Presenters and program leaders stressed the importance of safe and secure housing as an essential foundation in recovery, and the need for community supports - the opposite of addiction is connection. There are amazing organizations and individuals doing incredible work within this space, and we will continue to build relationships with provincial support partners to advance education and integrated models of care for our members and those they serve.

Alberta Municipalities’ 2026 Convention & Trade Show
From Sep. 22 – 25 ASCHA’s President, James Nibourg, and Executive Director, Irene Martin-Lindsay, had the privilege of spending valuable time with municipal leaders and provincial government representatives. We heard about many of the housing and support challenges municipalities are facing in their community and what solutions would be most beneficial. We strengthened relationships and made new connections. Hats off to Alberta Municipalities for hosting a spectacular event and thank you for including ASCHA. Building strong communities for Albertans takes exceptional collaboration!

Mark your calendar for ASCHA’s upcoming Region Meetings! These meetings bring together CEOs/CAOs, senior leaders, and board members to take part in important conversations impacting housing and continuing care in your region, learn about key sector priorities, and connect with fellow members.

📍 South Region — October 6

Holiday Inn & Suites Calgary South – Conference Centre - 8360 Blackfoot Trail SE, Calgary

📍 Central Region — October 7

Holiday Inn & Suites Red Deer South - 33 Petrolia Drive, Gasoline Alley E, Red Deer County

📍 North Region — October 8

Edmonton Hotel and Convention Centre - 4520 76 Ave NW, Edmonton

Thank you to all those who attended our 2026 Home for Housing Convention & Trade Show! The energy, engagement, and collaboration we saw throughout the event truly made this year one to remember.

In case you missed it, we’ve pulled together a quick recap of key highlights from this year's event:

• 2025 Annual Update
• Updated ASCHA Bylaws
• ASCHA Resolution 1 2026 - Accreditation Requirements
• Educational Breakout Sessions & Education Superstation presentations – Available for ASCHA Members to download in the Members Only Area of our website.
• 2026 Home for Housing Trade Show Best Booth Winners
  • 1st Healthcare Solutions
  • 2nd Complete Purchasing Services
  • 3rd JMAA Architecture
• Housing Is The Key - Leduc Regional Housing Foundation – Stories like this inspire us, motivate us, and keep us focused on our “why."