What Brentwood Community Development Group does

Brentwood Community Development Group (BCDG) is a not-for-profit affordable housing provider headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, operating continuously since 1972. The organization owns and operates five distinct residential communities serving different low- and moderate-income segments: Matheson Senior Residence (420 suites for low-income seniors), Brentwood Homes (207 family townhouse units), Brentwood Apartments (29 units primarily for AISH recipients), Meadowcroft (13 houses plus 2 basement suites for families), and Sherbrooke Town Homes (2- and 3-bedroom townhomes near downtown Edmonton).

BCDG's core operating model is a self-funded cross-subsidy: approximately 65% of units are rented at market rates, and the margin funds rent-geared-to-income (RGI) subsidies on the remaining 35% of units, producing financial self-sufficiency without annual operating government funding. In 2016 this generated over $300,000 in subsidies, supporting 24 families through the Legacy Program and additional families through the Terra Centre "Successful Families Program" partnership. Capital expansion has historically been financed through CMHC operating agreements and provincial grants, including a $1.37M provincial grant in 1972 and a $2.2M grant in 2011 for a 29-unit in-fill building that was the first attempted net-zero residential building in Edmonton, integrating 29 green technologies (geothermal, solar PV, solar thermal).

The go-to-market is direct-to-tenant: prospective residents apply through the BCDG website or by calling property offices, with referral pipelines through community partners such as Terra Centre, schools, and newcomer services. The organization announced the Brentwood Builds redevelopment in 2023 to roughly triple housing capacity at the Brentwood Homes site (~500 additional units), alongside multi-year capital projects including the Balcony Enclosure Project at Matheson and a 2016 expansion into Britannia-Youngstown with a co-located Terra Centre daycare.

Name

Brentwood Community Development Group

Legal name

Brentwood Community Development Group

Website

https://brentwoodgroup.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Brentwood Community Development Group is a not-for-profit affordable housing provider in Edmonton, Alberta, operating five residential communities (~670 units) for low-income seniors, families, and AISH recipients through a self-funded cross-subsidy model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Affordable Housing Services

NAICS

Other Community Housing Services (624229), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340), Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531)

akta.pro primary industry

Affordable Housing & Community Development (Housing, Community Land Trusts) (BPAGALAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Affordable & Subsidized Housing Property Management (LIHTC, Section 8) (BPAJAFAD), Nonprofit / Faith-Based CCRCs (HLADAEAC), Affordable Rental & Multifamily Housing Finance Programs (LIHTC/Tax Credits/Subsidized Loans) (FSALAKAF)

Keywords

• Affordable housing
• Subsidized housing
• Nonprofit housing
• Senior housing
• Community development

Headquarters

HQ city

Edmonton

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Market Rate Rental Income: The organization rents approximately 65% of its units at market rates. This market rental income funds their maintenance operations and their rent geared to income subsidy programs for the remaining 35% of units.
2. Government Grants and Low-Interest Loans: The organization uses government grants and low-interest loans to build new units. Historical examples include a $1,373,358 provincial grant in 1972 for Matheson Seniors Highrise and a $2,200,000 Provincial grant in 2011 for the net-zero building.
3. Rent Geared to Income Subsidy Recovery: When families no longer need subsidy assistance, they can stay in their units as market-rate tenants. This allows families to 'give back' to the program by simply paying their rent, creating a natural transition mechanism.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Brentwood Community Development Group is a not-for-profit organization that owns and operates five distinct affordable housing communities in Edmonton, Alberta, serving low-income seniors, families, and individuals with special challenges. The portfolio includes Matheson Senior Residence, Brentwood Homes, Brentwood Apartments, Meadowcroft, and Sherbrooke Town Homes, with approximately 65% of units rented at market rates to fund rent-geared-to-income subsidies for the remaining 35% of tenants. Beyond housing, the organization provides support programs including the Successful Families Program, the Apartment Program (for AISH recipients), and the Legacy Program.

Product overview

Brentwood Community Development Group is a not-for-profit organization providing affordable housing to the Edmonton community through five distinct housing communities. The portfolio includes Brentwood Homes (family townhouses), Brentwood Apartments (independent living), Matheson Senior Residence (seniors housing), Meadowcroft (family houses), and Sherbrooke Town Homes (affordable townhomes). Beyond housing, the organization operates multiple support programs including the Successful Families Program (in partnership with Terra Centre), The Apartment Program, and The Legacy Program, all offering rent geared to income subsidies. The organization is undergoing a major redevelopment initiative called Brentwood Builds to triple housing capacity. Services include Pre-Authorized Debit for rent payments and ongoing balcony enclosure projects.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Matheson Senior Residence Affordable independent living facility for seniors providing 420 suites with community support programs. Originally built in 1972 as Meadowcroft.
• Brentwood Homes Safe, secure townhouses for families in a quiet neighbourhood setting, walking distance to schools, transit, and Westmount mall. 207 units total.
• Brentwood Apartments Affordable independent living apartments offering bachelor and one bedroom units with opportunity to apply for rent subsidy. Primarily serves AISH recipients.
• Meadowcroft Family housing consisting of 13 houses and 2 basement suites located on 115 Ave between 142 Street and Groat Road for families seeking larger rental homes.
• Sherbrooke Town Homes Quality affordable townhomes with two and three bedroom options, finished basements, located near downtown Edmonton (10 mins) and Kingsway Mall (5 mins). Features non-smoking, no pets policy, and Crime Free Program.
• Successful Families Program Partnership with Terra Centre providing stable housing and training to help young families succeed through rent-geared-to-income subsidy and programs on tenancy, parenting, budgeting, and educational planning.
• The Apartment Program Program operating in 29 units of Brentwood Apartment providing rent-geared-to-income subsidy to residents with unique needs, primarily AISH recipients.
• The Legacy Program Program running since 1977, predecessor to the Terra-Brentwood Program, supporting 24 families in Brentwood Homes with rent-geared-to-income subsidies.
• Rent Geared to Income Subsidy Program Self-funded subsidy program where 65% of units are rented at market rates to fund subsidies for the other 35%. Provided over $300,000 in subsidy in 2016. Allows families to move toward self-sufficiency.
• Pre-Authorized Debit (PAD) Rent Payment Automated rent payment service allowing tenants to transfer rent from their bank account automatically, eliminating the need for cheques and office visits.

Quantifiable outcome

• Zero residents will lose housing due to Brentwood Builds redevelopment - all current residents to be retained
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Terra CentrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Terra Centre to support teen-lead families through the Successful Families Program. Brentwood provides housing with rent geared to income subsidy; Terra provides programs on tenancy, parenting, budgeting, and educational planning. The program helps families build skills and complete their education in a safe, stable, affordable environment.
• Green Energy FuturesminorOthersCommunity partner organization that shares BCDG's vision for sustainable, supportive communities.
• Jasper PlaceminorOthersCommunity league partner organization working within the communities BCDG serves.
• Our Lady GraceminorOthersCommunity partner organization listed as sharing BCDG's vision.
• Braemar SchoolminorOthersEducational partner organization, likely supporting school-age children in BCDG housing communities.
• Centre for NewcomersminorOthersSocial services partner helping newcomers access affordable housing within BCDG communities.
• SHSAminorOthersCommunity partner organization listed as sharing BCDG's vision.
• ANPHAminorOthersCommunity partner organization, possibly related to public health initiatives.
• Edmonton Police ServiceminorOthersCommunity safety partner supporting the Crime Free Program at Sherbrooke Town Homes and other properties.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Capital Region Housing Corporation: Edmonton-based nonprofit social housing provider owning and operating thousands of subsidized units across the region. Most directly comparable to BCDG as a local affordable housing operator with government and CMHC financing relationships.
• Homeward Trust Edmonton: Edmonton's housing-first strategy organization coordinating affordable housing investment across the city. Operates in the same Edmonton affordable housing ecosystem with overlapping CMHC and provincial funder relationships.
• Habitat for Humanity Edmonton: Nonprofit affordable housing provider in Edmonton building and operating subsidized housing for low-income families. Comparable mission, geographic footprint, and reliance on community partnerships.
• Right at Home Housing Society: Edmonton-area nonprofit providing affordable housing and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities. Closely comparable as a small Edmonton nonprofit housing operator serving vulnerable populations with rent-geared-to-income programs.

Emerging players

• Mustard Seed Edmonton: Edmonton nonprofit providing shelter, housing, and community support services to people experiencing poverty and homelessness. Overlaps with BCDG on housing provision and community support but emphasizes emergency shelter.
• YWCA Edmonton: Edmonton nonprofit providing affordable housing and support services for women and families fleeing violence or poverty. Comparable as a local nonprofit housing operator serving vulnerable demographics with rent-subsidized units.
• Options Community Services Society: BC-based nonprofit providing affordable housing, immigrant services, and community supports. Comparable nonprofit affordable housing operator model serving vulnerable populations with rent-subsidized units.

Regional players

• Silvera for Seniors: Calgary-based nonprofit providing affordable housing and services for low-income seniors. Directly comparable to Matheson Senior Residence in mission and tenant profile, but operates in a different Alberta city.
• Atira Women's Resource Society: Vancouver-area nonprofit operating affordable housing and support services for women and children. Comparable as a nonprofit affordable housing operator with mixed-income model, though geographically separate from BCDG.

Broad incumbents

• Toronto Community Housing Corporation: Canada's largest social housing provider operating tens of thousands of subsidized units in Toronto. Comparable as a Canadian nonprofit affordable housing operator, though far larger in scale and municipality-owned rather than independent.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

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