Pakoshayimooh Village

Project Overview

Métis Capital Housing Corporation (MCHC), a not-for-profit organization wholly owned by the Otipemisiwak Métis Government of the Métis Nation within Alberta, is developing Pakoshayimooh (Hope) Village in Edmonton’s Blatchford community.

Pakoshayimooh, meaning hope, reflects the project’s focus on wellness, connection, and community. Pakoshayimooh Village will provide affordable sober-living housing for low-income Indigenous individuals who have completed addiction treatment and are committed to maintaining sobriety.

The development is designed to offer safe, supportive housing within a culturally grounded, supportive environment. It follows a continuum-of-care approach by connecting residents to culturally grounded activities and coordinated supports as they continue their recovery journey outside treatment settings.

This project is being developed in partnership with the City of Edmonton, which has contributed land for the development, and the Government of Alberta, which has provided capital funding support. MCHC will operate Pakoshayimooh Village in collaboration with the Otipemisiwak Métis Government’s health department.

Why It Matters

Securing stable housing after completing addiction treatment is one of the most significant challenges individuals face following treatment.

For Indigenous people, this challenge is often compounded by long-standing systemic barriers and the impacts of historical and intergenerational trauma, which continue to limit access to safe, affordable housing.

Pakoshayimooh Village will help address this gap by providing affordable sober-living housing for people as they move from treatment to long-term stability. Rooted in Métis values, the project is designed to support continued sobriety, wellness, and a sense of belonging.

This project will aim to:

• Support individuals’ ongoing wellness by providing stable, affordable sober-living housing
• Reduce housing insecurity for Indigenous people who face systemic barriers following treatment
• Create a safe, well-managed environment that supports continued sobriety and community integration
• Positively contribute to the surrounding Blatchford neighbourhood and adjacent communities through thoughtful design, operations, and integration

By combining affordable housing with culturally grounded activities and coordinated supports, Pakoshayimooh Village will support residents in building long-term stability while maintaining sobriety and benefit the broader community.

Project Details

Homes: A six-storey apartment building with 55 affordable one- and two-bedroom suites. Accessibility: Barrier-free suites and accessible design features incorporated throughout the building, including entrances, corridors, doorways, fixtures, outdoor spaces, and accessible pathways connecting indoor and outdoor culturally grounded amenity areas. Shared spaces and amenities: A range of shared amenities and spaces designed to support wellness, connection, and daily living, including cultural and ceremonial spaces, indoor and outdoor recreation areas, a rooftop patio and outdoor seating, a community kitchen, multipurpose programming spaces, a computer room, and outdoor greenspace such as a community garden and outdoor grilling areas. Parking and transportation: On-site underground parking for tenants, including accessible parking, along with secure bicycle storage to support a range of transportation needs. Supports and operations: On-site operational and support staff will work within the building to support daily operations and a safe, well-managed living environment. Residents will have access to culturally grounded activities and coordinated supports that promote stability, connection, and continued wellness. Design and sustainability: Designed in alignment with Blatchford Green Building standards, with an emphasis on energy efficiency beyond current requirements to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, support lower operating costs, and promote environmentally responsible living. Eligibility: Residents must have completed addiction treatment, be committed to maintaining sobriety, and have a total annual household income that does not exceed the current Income Thresholds set by the Alberta Government. Applicants may be referred through treatment programs or apply directly.

Proposed Building Design Final plans may change based on input received from various interested parties.

Have Your Say

We want to hear from residents and businesses in Blatchford, Prince Charles, Prince Rupert, Westwood, and Spruce Avenue, as well as other members of the broader Edmonton community. Please complete the Pakoshayimooh Village Feedback Survey below to share your input. Your feedback will help inform design considerations and support thoughtful integration of the project into the surrounding community.

If you require assistance completing the survey, please contact us at 780-452-6440.

Deadline: February 28, 2026

Community appreciation draw: Residents and businesses located in the following neighbourhoods will be entered to win one of three $100 gift cards:

• Blatchford
• Prince Charles
• Prince Rupert
• Westwood
• Spruce Avenue

The draw is limited to residents and businesses located in these neighbourhoods; however, feedback is welcome from anyone in the broader Edmonton community.

Updates

This page will be updated as the project progresses. A What We Heard Report, summarizing community feedback and how it informed the project, will be shared in spring 2026.

Contact

Do you have questions about the project or this engagement? Connect with us at:

Email: engagement@metishousing.ca
Phone: 780-452-6440