NOVEMBER 2021 The focus on mental health services is another point of difference for Templemont. In fact, idea for the project was first conceived when AHS put out a request for proposal for a supportive living facility that could assist people with mental health and addiction issues. That was already the specialty of TPFA’s other supportive living facility, so the organization came to the table with experience – and Paul believes that’s a big part of why TPFA’s proposal was selected. After TPFA came on board, the City of Calgary was able to acquire some land from St. George’s Anglican Church, who had an old building on Templemont Drive. From there, the project team embarked on a long research process that involved visiting similar facilities across North America and learningwhat worked and didn’t work. They also decided that the site could accommodate 50 units of below market housing, in addition to the 70 units of supportive living units. To design and build the two buildings, TPFA turned to Zeidler Architecture, Colliers Project Leaders, and Graham Construction. According to Doug and Paul, the foundation’s relationship with all of those stakeholders has been “very collaborative from the start.” “Throughout the process, we’ve worked closely with everyone involved,” Doug says. “We’ve gone on quite the journey together.” “It’s a very complex site,
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