Most Canadian Armed Forces members posted to Edmonton work at the base just north of the city, so many families look at homes on the north side first. Some choose the southwest anyway, for a spouse's job, schools, family or a specific kind of home. Our team helps those families understand the trade-off and the relocation rules.
Key relocation facts
CAF posting basics (Government of Canada)| Item | Detail |
|---|
| Base location | 3rd Canadian Division Support Base Edmonton is in Sturgeon County on Edmonton's northeast border |
| Relocation directive | Canadian Armed Forces Relocation Directive (CAFRD), effective April 1, 2026 |
| First step | Contact the relocation service provider within 21 days |
| House hunting trip | Up to 5 days, extendable on paid leave; not combined with a destination information trip |
| Selling costs covered | The directive's home sale chapter covers items such as commission, legal fees and inspections, subject to its rules |
Sources: 3 CDSB Edmonton, CAFRD, CAFRD 2026 PDF, Chapter 4, Chapter 8. Always confirm your entitlements with your relocation provider.
Southwest or north side?
From the southwest, the base is across the city by Anthony Henday Drive. We do not quote a drive time; test it at shift-change hours during your house hunting trip. Families who choose the southwest often do so for a partner's work on the south side, school programs or family ties.
What military families ask us
- Can we see enough homes in a 5-day trip? Yes, if we plan ahead. We set up searches and pre-book showings before you land.
- What if we are posted out again soon? We look at resale strength and rental demand in each area you consider.
- Can you sell our southwest home when we are posted out? Yes. We list and manage the sale even after you leave Edmonton.
- Do you work with the relocation provider? Yes. We follow the provider's process and paperwork.
How the team helps
The Haupt Phaneuf Real Estate Team plans your house hunting trip, show you southwest and north side options side by side and keep your file in line with the relocation directive.
Common questions
Where is the base in Edmonton?
3rd Canadian Division Support Base Edmonton is in Sturgeon County on Edmonton's northeast border.
How long is a house hunting trip?
Under CAFRD, up to 5 days, which can be extended on paid leave. Confirm with your relocation provider.
Is southwest Edmonton a practical choice for military families?
It can be, especially if a partner works on the south side. Test the drive to the base at shift times before you choose.
How do I start?
Call the team at (780) 993-8574 as soon as you have your posting message.
About the team
The Haupt Phaneuf Real Estate Team is brokered by eXp Realty. Mathew Haupt and Dane Phaneuf lead the team's work in southwest Edmonton, and the team hub, HauptRealty.com, serves the rest of the city. When you call about military relocation, you speak with someone who lives and works in the southwest, knows its streets and schools, and can fold your current home and your next one into a single plan. The team also includes Mathew Haupt, who is licensed in residential, commercial and agricultural real estate and builds homes.
Contact
Questions about military relocation? Contact the Haupt Phaneuf Real Estate Team, eXp Realty, at 780-993-8574.
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