From Policy to Practice: Building Affordable Housing at the Municipal Level with Jessica DeVreeze

In this episode of On the Way Home, Emmy Kelly speaks with Jessica DeVreeze, Affordable Housing Team Leader with the City of Airdrie, about what it takes to move affordable housing from policy discussions into real implementation on the ground. Jessica reflects on her journey from policy strategy in Calgary to leading municipal housing initiatives, sharing what surprised her most about the realities of delivery and collaboration. She discusses the role municipalities play in advancing housing through land use, partnerships, and policy tools, explores the biggest barriers cities face today, and highlights lessons Canadian communities can learn from global and multicultural perspectives. Jessica also shares what gives her hope and what she believes must happen now to build more inclusive, affordable communities in the years ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.