'Massive structural blindspot': Alberta provides $300,000 to the Oxford House to support new pre-treatment beds in Edmonton

Source: Alberta - Edmonton Journal (Legislature & Capital)
Date: 2026-09-29 22:11:53.0
Tags: [Alberta, Healthcare, Social Services, Housing]

The Alberta government is providing $300,000 to the Oxford House Foundation to support two new pre-treatment homes in Edmonton, helping approximately 140 Albertans annually. Announced by Mental Health and Addiction Minister Rick Wilson, the funding forms part of a broader $10-million provincial investment aimed at expanding pre- and post-treatment housing infrastructure. The houses will offer 24-7 onsite supervision, addiction counsellors, and recovery coaches to bridge the critical gap between medical detox and formal addiction treatment.