Mountain View Seniors' Housing

What Mountain View Seniors' Housing does

Mountain View Seniors' Housing (MVSH) is a quasi-governmental Housing Management Body (HMB) established in 1960 under a Ministerial Order by the Province of Alberta, headquartered in Olds, Alberta. The organization operates a regional continuum of housing services for seniors and low-income residents across Mountain View County and Kneehill County in central Alberta, including four lodge facilities (Mount View Lodge in Olds, Chinook Winds Lodge in Carstairs, Aspen Ridge Lodge in Didsbury, and Sundre Seniors' Supportive Living), self-contained apartments in five communities, lifestyle suites, six subsidized community housing units for families, and local administration of the Government of Alberta Rent Assistance Benefit. Service delivery spans independent living, supportive lodge living, and Continuing Care Type B / Type B Secure Space, with on-site care services contracted through Bethany Care Society (Sundre, Aspen Ridge) and Didsbury & District Home Care (Chinook Winds) under oversight of Assisted Living Alberta.

MVSH's revenue model is structurally hybrid and largely income-based. Rental streams for community housing, self-contained apartments, and standard lodge suites are capped at 30% of household gross income (CRA Notice of Assessment Line 15000), functioning as a recurring, subsidy-bound revenue model funded through tenant rent contributions and provincial housing operating funding. Seniors' Lifestyle Suites operate at non-income-based market rates with optional add-on services (meal packages, housekeeping). Additional revenue includes program administration fees for the Rent Assistance Benefit and Foundation-raised charitable contributions via the MVSH Foundation (registered charity, established 2002), which funds capital amenities such as the 2024 therapeutic spa tub installation at Mount View Lodge. No proprietary technology platform underpins operations; applications, waitlist prioritization, and admissions are handled through the Housing & Admissions Department via direct mail, email, fax, or in-person submission, with need-based point-scoring allocation governed by the Alberta Housing Act.

The organization is governed by a Board of Directors with municipal representation from Carstairs, Cremona, Didsbury, Sundre, Olds, and Mountain View County, and is led by Chief Administrative Officer Stacey Stilling and Director of Operations Susan Read. Marketing is conducted primarily through organic channels — the mvsh.ca website, blog, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn — supplemented by community fundraising events (the Annual Golf Classic, now in its 16th year) and staff/cultural programs such as the Lodge Excellence Award and MVSH Lodge Olympics. With 11-50 employees, MVSH functions as a regional housing administrator operating a legislated government mandate rather than as a privately held company pursuing venture-style growth.

Name

Mountain View Seniors' Housing

Legal name

Mountain View Seniors' Housing

Website

https://mvsh.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mountain View Seniors' Housing is a quasi-governmental Housing Management Body in Alberta that operates four senior lodges, self-contained apartments, lifestyle suites, community housing, and the Rent Assistance Benefit across Mountain View County and Kneehill County.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Seniors Housing and Assisted Living Services

NAICS

Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (62331), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Other Community Housing Services (624229), Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (623312)

SIC

Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Operators Of Apartment Buildings (6513), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Independent Living with Supportive Services (Light ADL/IADL Support) (HLADAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Active Adult (55+) Independent Living Communities (HLADAAAD), Senior Living Property Management (BPAJAGAI), Elder Services & Aging Support (BPAGAEAF)

Keywords

• Seniors assisted living
• Supportive housing services
• Subsidized community housing
• Continuing care facilities
• Rent assistance programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Olds

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Rental income — Community Housing: Income-based rental revenue from subsidized community housing units in Olds and Carstairs. Rent is capped at 30% of household annual gross income.
2. Rental income — Seniors' Self-Contained Apartments: Income-based rental revenue from independent seniors' apartments across Sundre, Olds, Didsbury, Carstairs, and Cremona. Rent set at 30% of total income.
3. Rental income — Seniors' Lifestyle Suites: Non-income-based rental revenue from Lifestyle Suites at Mount View Lodge and Sundre Seniors' Supportive Living Facility. Optional meal and housekeeping add-ons available for an additional fee.
4. Accommodation fees — Seniors' Lodges: Lodge accommodation fees covering rent, meals, snacks, housekeeping, linen changing, in-house activities, maintenance, utilities, and 24/7 security. Subsidies available for eligible applicants. Includes Continuing Care Type B and Type B Secure Space suites with on-site care staffing.
5. Rent Assistance Benefit — Program administration: MVSH administers the Government of Alberta Rent Assistance Benefit locally in Mountain View County and Kneehill County. The benefit is paid directly to tenants; MVSH receives program funding/administration fees from the provincial government.
6. MVSH Foundation fundraising: The MVSH Foundation (registered charity established 2002) raises funds through community events, the Annual Charity Golf Classic, donation drives, grant applications, and local business partnerships to fund resident amenities and facility enhancements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Mountain View Seniors' Housing (MVSH) is a non-profit Housing Management Body that provides a continuum of seniors' housing, assisted living, and community housing services across Mountain View County and Kneehill County in Alberta. Its core offerings include four lodge facilities offering supportive living with meals, housekeeping, activities, and 24/7 staff; independent seniors' apartments and lifestyle suites; subsidized community housing for income-based families; and administration of the Government of Alberta Rent Assistance Benefit program.

Product overview

Mountain View Seniors' Housing operates a comprehensive portfolio of seniors' living and community housing programs across Mountain View County and Kneehill County, Alberta. The organization offers four distinct lodge facilities (Aspen Ridge Lodge, Chinook Winds Lodge, Mount View Lodge, and Sundre Seniors' Supportive Living), each providing various levels of care from independent living to continuing care. Additional housing products include Seniors' Lifestyle Suites with optional services, Seniors' Self-Contained Apartments for independent seniors on fixed incomes, and Community Housing for income-based families. The Rent Assistance Benefit program provides monthly subsidies for eligible tenants. An affiliated charitable foundation (MVSH Foundation) supports amenities and quality-of-life enhancements through fundraising events including the Annual Golf Classic.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Seniors' Lodges Full-service supportive living facilities offering accommodation, meals, snacks, housekeeping, linen changing, in-house activities, maintenance, utilities, 24/7 security, and on-site care staffing for seniors requiring varying levels of support. Includes Continuing Care Type B and Type B Secure Space suites. Operates at four lodge sites in Carstairs, Didsbury, Olds, and Sundre. Care services contracted through Assisted Living Alberta and delivered by Bethany Care Society (Sundre, Aspen Ridge) and Didsbury & District Home Care (Chinook Winds).
• Seniors' Lifestyle Suites Independent living apartments with fully equipped kitchens (fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave), laundry hook-ups, and optional add-on services (meal package from lodge kitchen; light housekeeping for an additional fee). Located adjacent to Mount View Lodge in Olds and Sundre Seniors' Supportive Living. Non-income-based rental pricing.
• Seniors' Self-Contained Apartments Affordable one-bedroom apartments (approximately 580 sq. ft.) for independent seniors aged 65+, equipped with fridge, stove, and window coverings. Rent set at 30% of total income (CRA Line 15000). Security deposit required. Available in five communities across Mountain View County.
• Community Housing Subsidized rental homes for income-based families with dependents in Mountain View County. Rent capped at 30% of household's annual gross income (CRA Line 15000). Security deposit equal to one month's rent. Residents pay their own electricity, cable, and telephone. Annual reapplication required.
• Rent Assistance Benefit (RAB) Government of Alberta rent subsidy program locally administered by MVSH for residents of Mountain View County and Kneehill County. Subsidy paid directly to tenants based on household income and local market rents. Renewable annually with no limit on years of eligibility if the household remains eligible.

Quantifiable outcome

• 65 years of continuous service and 65th anniversary celebrated in 2025
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Shunda Construction and ConsultingminorOthers · 11 September 2025Long-time sponsor of the MVSH Foundation Annual Golf Classic, supporting the foundation since its first tournament 15 years ago (as of 2025). Shunda Construction and Consulting has been a consistent supporter of the foundation's fundraising efforts.
• Smart Contracting Services (MVSH Maintenance)minorOthers · 11 September 2025Long-time sponsor of the MVSH Foundation Annual Golf Classic, supporting the foundation since its first tournament 15 years ago (as of 2025). Smart Contracting Services provides maintenance services to MVSH.
• ArcadisminorOthers · 11 September 2025Long-time sponsor of the MVSH Foundation Annual Golf Classic since the first tournament 15 years ago (as of 2025). A team from Arcadis won the 50/50 draw at the 2025 event, taking home just over $1,000.
• Reynolds Mirth Richards & Farmer LLPminorOthers · 11 September 2025Long-time sponsor of the MVSH Foundation Annual Golf Classic since the first tournament 15 years ago (as of 2025).
• Acera InsuranceminorOthers · 11 September 2025Winner of the 2025 MVSH Foundation Golf Classic championship with a score of -16. Donated their Oakley sunglasses prize back to the Foundation to support next year's event.
• Ironwood RestaurantminorOthers · 11 September 2025Catered the dinner at the 2025 MVSH Foundation Golf Classic, serving grilled steak to tournament attendees.
• Westview Co-opminorOthers · 11 September 2025On-course sponsor at the 2025 MVSH Foundation Golf Classic, providing snacks to golfers during the tournament.
• Looker Office Furniture and Global Furniture GroupminorOthers · 11 September 2025On-course sponsors at the 2025 MVSH Foundation Golf Classic, keeping golfers refreshed with cold drinks and entertained with contests.
• CIP Office TechnologyminorOthers · 11 September 2025On-course sponsor at the 2025 MVSH Foundation Golf Classic with a challenge event daring golfers to hit a target for a chance to win a printer.
• Original T's Restaurant (Sundre)minorOthers · 11 September 2025Donated wine and liquor to the putting challenge prize table at the 2025 MVSH Foundation Golf Classic.
• Cedars Pub (Sundre)minorOthers · 11 September 2025Donated wine and liquor to the putting challenge prize table at the 2025 MVSH Foundation Golf Classic.
• Assisted Living AlbertacoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAssisted Living Alberta manages admission to Continuing Care Home (CCH) Type B and Type B Secure Space suites at MVSH lodges. Care services at individual lodge sites are contracted through Assisted Living Alberta and delivered by Bethany Care Society (Sundre, Aspen Ridge) and Didsbury & District Home Care (Chinook Winds). MVSH staff remain on-site 24/7 but are not health care providers.
• Bethany Care SocietycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerBethany Care Society delivers care services at Aspen Ridge Lodge (Didsbury) and Sundre Seniors' Supportive Living under contract through Assisted Living Alberta. Services include assistance with daily living for lodge residents and 24/7 care staffing for CCH Type B and Type B Secure Space suites.
• Didsbury & District Home CarecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDidsbury & District Home Care provides scheduled care and support services at Chinook Winds Lodge (Carstairs) through a contract with Assisted Living Alberta. MVSH staff are on-site 24/7 to support lodge residents as needed.
• Government of AlbertacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMVSH was created under a Ministerial Order and operates as a Housing Management Body (HMB) in Alberta, entrusted with managing public housing on behalf of the region. The Government of Alberta funds community housing programs, the Rent Assistance Benefit, and Continuing Care services. MVSH operates in accordance with the Alberta Housing Act and related provincial regulations.
• Municipalities and Community OrganizationsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMVSH works closely with municipalities, provincial partners, and community organizations that share the belief that housing is the foundation of community wellness. The Board of Directors includes representatives from Carstairs, Cremona, Didsbury, Sundre, Olds, and Mountain View County, fostering strong local government relationships.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Greater Edmonton Foundation (GEF Seniors Housing): Alberta non-profit operating affordable seniors' lodges and apartments with similar HMB mandate in Edmonton region; structurally comparable operator in different geography.

Direct peers

• Didsbury & District Home Care: Local home care contractor providing scheduled care at MVSH's Chinook Winds Lodge; operates in adjacent community care space serving overlapping seniors.
• Bethany Care Society: Alberta-based non-profit continuing care and seniors' housing provider; directly delivers care services at MVSH's Sundre and Aspen Ridge lodges under contract, operating in the same senior living space.
• Silvera for Seniors: Calgary-based non-profit providing affordable seniors' housing with government subsidies; comparable income-based rental model and aging-in-place focus.
• AgeCare Health Services: Major Western Canadian provider of supportive living, long-term care, and independent senior housing; directly comparable business model and resident segments to MVSH.
• Chinook Foundation (Prairie Mountain region Housing Management Bodies): Other Alberta regional Housing Management Bodies (HMBs) operating subsidized seniors' housing and community programs under similar ministerial mandate; direct structural peers.
• The Brenda Strafford Foundation: Alberta-based non-profit operating seniors' lodges, supportive living, and continuing care communities — closely comparable to MVSH's mandate as a charitable housing/care operator.

Broad incumbents

• Revera Inc. Large for-profit Canadian seniors' housing operator (retirement residences and long-term care); comparable offerings but broader portfolio and commercial orientation vs MVSH's non-profit HMB mandate.
• Chartwell Retirement Residences: Canada's largest public retirement residence operator; comparable senior independent/supportive living product but at much larger scale and for-profit structure.
• Alberta Seniors and Housing (Government of Alberta): Provincial government funder and regulator of housing management bodies like MVSH; sets subsidy structures and program rules across the entire province.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/MountainViewSeniorsHousing
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mountain-view-seniors-housing
• Instagraminstagram.com/mountainviewseniorshousing

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

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