Sacred Spaces to Community Places: Unlocking Faith Properties for Housing

Repurposing Faith Spaces for Housing & Hubs—join the Edmonton Faith Properties Roundtable November 25, 1–6 pm @ Edmonton West Jamatkhana

About this Event

Join us for an important conversation about transforming Edmonton's faith properties into affordable housing and vibrant community hubs. This roundtable brings together faith leaders, municipal officials, housing developers, nonprofit organizations, and community partners to explore how underutilized faith-owned lands can address our city's housing needs while strengthening neighbourhoods.

What to Expect:

• Collaborative Dialogue - Explore possibilities in a neutral space designed for trust-building across sectors, without pressure to commit to specific projects
• Local Insights - Hear from Edmonton leaders, funders, urban planners, and faith communities who have successfully navigated faith property redevelopment
• Priority Sites - Discuss potential development opportunities on faith-owned properties across Edmonton
• Proven Strategies - Learn from successful models of faith property transformation for housing and community benefit
• Partnership Building - Connect with potential collaborators working at the intersection of faith, housing, and community development
• Funding Pathways - Discover investment opportunities and funding mechanisms for housing projects on faith properties

Facilitated by Relèven - a national leader in unlocking faith-based real estate for public good, in partnership with Affordable360 and the City of Edmonton..

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Edmonton West Jamatkhana (10930 177 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5S 2X7)
Reception: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (networking and refreshments)

Whether you represent a faith community exploring development options, work in housing or community development, or are simply passionate about innovative solutions to Edmonton's housing challenges, this roundtable offers a unique opportunity to be part of the conversation.

Space is limited. Register today to secure your spot at this catalytic gathering.

Photography & Video Notice

Please be advised that photography and video recording may take place during this event.
Footage and images may be used by the organizers for documentation, promotional materials, social media, and future communications.

By entering the event space, you consent to being photographed or recorded.
If you prefer not to appear in photos or video, please speak with an event staff member upon arrival.

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Agenda


🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:15 PM
Introduction and Land Acknowledgement

🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:30 PM
Project Outline and Methodology

🕑: 01:30 PM - 01:45 PM
Faith Properties at Risk - Edmonton Case Studies

🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:30 PM
PANEL 1 - Sacred Spaces to Community Places
Host: Dave Harder - Relèven, Director of Placemaking

Info: Faith leaders and social service providers will discuss opportunities and obstacles, and highlight successful examples of how religious communities have reimagined faith properties through housing and community hubs to serve the common good.

🕑: 02:30 PM - 02:40 PM
Table Discussion

🕑: 02:40 PM - 03:00 PM
BREAK

🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:45 PM
PANEL 2 - Funding the Future
Host: Christopher Trotman - Relèven, Fund Portfolio Manager

Info: This panel will provide attendees with insights into public and private financing options associated with developing housing on religious properties.

🕑: 03:45 PM - 03:55 PM
Table Discussion

🕑: 03:55 PM - 04:40 PM
PANEL 3 - From Steeples to Streetscapes
Host: Cory DeVilliers - Relèven Realty, Managing Director

Info: This panel will surface real-world challenges that include zoning, partnerships, heritage issues—and provide concrete solutions and pathways forward.

🕑: 04:40 PM - 04:50 PM
Table Discussion

🕑: 04:50 PM - 05:00 PM
Charting a Path Forward

🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Networking and Reception

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