Living with Onward

Learn about our communities, eligibility and how to apply through our partner agencies

Our Properties

Onward Homes operates operates over 30 independent living buildings throughout the city, housing over 3,000 Calgarians. All residents must be able to live independently with or without community supports.

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Find a Home

Residents usually come to Onward in one of three ways: Through a Partner Agency Referral, as an eligible Senior living independently and through Market rental admission.

Eligibility & Applications

Referring Agencies

To pave the way for success for our residents, we partner with more than 60 social service agencies. These partners refer individuals to Onward and, once an individual makes their home with us, provide a range of ongoing support services.

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Resident stories

Nobody can build a life without a safe and affordable place to call home. Residents at Onward come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Have a look at some of the journeys that have brought Onward residents home.

News

Home for the Holidays

When the first family moved into Columbus Place, in December of 2013, Guillermo was very excited for Christmas. The 9-year-old boy who loved Lego and Star Wars already had the best present he could ask for — a home.

Finally Home

After a tumultuous year that included obtaining guardianship of Lili, her 3-year-old granddaughter, abruptly losing the home she was renting, and finding herself living in shelter with Lili amidst a global health pandemic, it appears the year will end positively for this resilient grandmother and granddaughter duo.

Leaving a Beautiful Footprint

Catherine has been living at Columbus Place just shy of a year. She found herself unable to afford her rent and on her search for affordable housing, found Forward Housing.

Marco’s Story

Marcos, 70, has been enjoying his summer, spending the days with his granddaughters while their parents are at work. Each morning, he picks them up and brings them to his apartment for a fun day of adventures with their ‘Abuelo’ (Grandpa in Spanish).

Spreading Kindness One Stitch at a Time

If you walk into Carroll Place on any Saturday afternoon, you will find a vibrant group of women in the lounge sharing baked goods, stories and plenty of laughter. They spend the afternoon socializing while knitting a wide array of colourful masterpieces.

Free to Follow My Heart

Blaine, a Forward Housing tenant since 2013, shares his journey of personal growth thanks to the stability he experienced since securing an affordable home. Thank you Blaine for sharing your story with us.