Researching Policy Tools and Community Solutions for Housing Affordability in Alberta

The Banff Canmore Foundation is leading a research initiative to explore policy tools—such as covenants, deed restrictions, and fiscal incentives—to improve housing affordability in Alberta’s tourism-based communities. Focusing on Banff, Canmore, and Jasper, the project aims to identify effective, community-driven strategies that are not reliant on government or major employers. The research will assess policy barriers, highlight best practices from similar communities, and develop an advocacy strategy to support policy reform. The ultimate goal is to equip municipalities and nonprofits with actionable tools to increase housing accessibility for local residents.