What is a Homeowners’ Association?

One of the most frequent questions we hear is “What is the difference between a Homeowners’ Association and a Community Association”?

The information below explains some differences.

Homeowners’ Association (HOA):

An organization created by the Developer:

To manage and maintain certain amenities and unique features of a development that the City will not accept responsibility to maintain.
To have Residents pay an annual fee to the Association through an encumbrance on their property title.
To ensure a high degree of maintenance of the common amenities, such as entrance signage, certain ornamental parks and ponds, boulevard landscaping and buildings.

Advantages of an HOA:

All residents are members and all residents contribute.
HOAs are mandated to maintain certain community amenities and physical elements installed by the Developer.
Maintenance preserves certain areas and unique features of the community, which contributes to longterm appeal.

Community Association (CA):

An organization formed by the residents of an area:

To support the social, educational, and recreational needs of the community.
To build connections in the community through volunteer opportunities, events and programs.
To act as a community liaison in civic matters (planning and development).
To plan, develop and maintain community facilities and amenities such as community gardens and skating rinks.

Advantages of a CA:

Membership is optional.
The Board is made up of unpaid volunteers and most CA activities are managed by volunteers.
Members can volunteer and become involved and connected in the community.
Members can participate in CA-run events and programs.
The CA receives development, transportation, and zoning plans from the City and the Developer(s) and may provide feedback on the approval process.
The CA has direct contact with the Alderman, MLA, Police Liaison Officer, and other government officials.
The CA can support the addition of new facilities and amenities in the neighbourhood.
The Federation of Calgary Communities (FCC) provides support to over 200 Community Associations (CAs) in Calgary.

*Definitions were taken in part from the Federation of Calgary Communities (FCC).

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Redstone Homeowners' Association News

Dear Redstone Homeowner,

As a homeowner in the Community of Redstone, you are automatically a member of the Redstone Homeowners’ Association (RSHOA).

In accordance with the registered encumbrance on all Redstone land titles, each household is required to contribute annual HOA fees.

Your contributions support the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of the community, including:

• Maintenance of shared community spaces
• Winter pathway clearing throughout the community
• Summer litter and garbage collection along pathways
• Beautification initiatives including flowers, landscaping, and garden beds
• Reserve fund contributions for future repairs and replacement of HOA-maintained assets such as entry features, brick walls, benches, and signage

The Redstone Homeowners’ Association fiscal year runs from May 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027.

Annual Fees

The RSHOA fee for the 2026–2027 fiscal year will remain unchanged at $126.00 total ($120.00 base fee plus GST).

Payment Deadline: June 30, 2026

Please note that interest charges will begin accruing on overdue accounts after June 30, 2026, at a rate of 18% per annum, calculated and compounded monthly.

Payment Options

There are 3 convenient payment methods:

Pre-Authorized Debit (PAD): Owners currently enrolled in PAD will have their payment automatically withdrawn. New enrollments may submit a completed PAD form along with a void cheque.

Online Payment – Café Portal: Owners may continue to make payments securely online through the resident portal.

Cheque or Bank Draft: Payable to: Redstone Homeowners’ Association
Mail or deliver to:
Equium Group
Suite 850, 639 – 5 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB T2P 0M9

Please note that e-transfers are not accepted.

To ensure you continue receiving important community updates and notices, please confirm that Equium has your current email address by contacting RedstoneHOA@equium.ca and including your property address in the subject line.

Community information and updates can also be found at www.redstonehoa.ca.

Thank you for your continued support in helping maintain and enhance the Redstone community.

Sincerely,

Equium Group
On behalf of the Redstone Homeowners’ Association (RSHOA)