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Let’s Build a Better Future Together 

Let’s Build a Better Future Together May 05

The Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada offers warm congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney on...

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We’re hiring: Co-ordinator, Education Services

We’re hiring: Co-ordinator, Education ServicesMarch 30

The Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada is recruiting for a full time (35 hours per...

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We’re hiring: Program Manager, Co-operative and Planning Services, National

We’re hiring: Program Manager, Co-operative and Planning Services, NationalMarch 30

The Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada is recruiting for a full time (35 hours per...

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Canadians want more co-op housing: new report from Abacus Data

Canadians want more co-op housing: new report from Abacus DataMarch 06

Recent findings from Abacus Data show that 73% of Canadians say non-profit and co-op housing...

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Events

15May

1:15-2:30pm EST Co-op staff and managers are invited to participate in our monthly Sharing Circles!...

21May

4:00 – 6:00pm EST Co-op housing staff and managers in Ottawa are invited to participate...

21May

6:00-7:00PM EST New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call!...

21May

1:00-2:00pm EST In this one-hour webinar, you will learn everything you need to know to...

18Jun

6:00-7:00PM EST New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call!...

Success Stories and Social Feed

Success Stories

Innovative. Diverse. Democratic.
Find out why 250,000 people in Canada call housing co-ops home.

  • Stanley Knowles Co-op
    Stanley Knowles Co-op
    Toronto seniors enjoy a diverse community
    Flanked by condo towers in the dynamic Yonge-Eglinton neighborhood of Toronto, the co-op’s 103 units are home to a diverse community, 2/3 of whom are seniors.
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  • Fraserview Co-op
    Fraserview Co-op
    Beautiful new riverside co-op helps address Vancouver’s housing crunch.
    Developed in partnership with the City, this innovative project will provide affordable community housing desperately needed in a region with sky-high rents and real estate.
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  • Sundance Housing Co-op
    Sundance Housing Co-op
    Dedicated to sustainable living
    After operating for more than 40 years, this Edmonton co-op has begun a deep energy retrofit project.
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  • Tamil Co-operative Homes
    Tamil Co-operative Homes
    Community Spirit
    Once a haven for Tamil refugees, today this co-op welcomes immigrants from many countries and is considered not just an affordable stop but a permanent home.
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  • Unified Saint John Housing Co-op
    Unified Saint John Housing Co-op
    Co-operation Among Co-ops – Mergers
    The biggest merger in Canadian co-op housing history began with the desire for a stronger voice, financial sustainability and more opportunities for engagement.
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  • Hugh Garner Housing Co-op
    Hugh Garner Housing Co-op
    Planning and Advocacy
    This forward-looking community engaged politicians, ministers and other decision-makers to the benefit of thousands of housing co-op members across the country.
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67% of Canadians Recognize Homelessness as a Housing Issue Needing Immediate Action

New polling analysis for @CAEHomelessness, @CREA_ACI, and @chfcanada

Full report: https://abacusdata.ca/canadians-recognize-homelessness-as-a-housing-issue-needing-immediate-action/

#cdnpoli #housing #homelessness #affordability

The Ontario election is on February 27, and we're working to put co-op housing on the agenda.

Send an email to your local MPP candidates to tell them Ontario needs more co-op housing - homes that are affordable, secure and built to last ➡ http://chfcanada.coop/ONelection

1 week ago

CHF Canada
Co-op members are passionate advocates because they know first-hand the benefits of living in a co-op. Hear from members about why Canada needs to build more co-op homes. Affordable, secure and connected – co-op housing is a community you can count on. 📢 This election and beyond, co-op members and supporters are taking action to call for more co-op housing. Learn more: chfcanada.coop/election2025 ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

CHF Canada
From Saint John to Edmonton to Toronto and Winnipeg, we’ve been connecting with co-op members, supporters, and local candidates across the country through our Build Co-op Housing, Build a Better Future campaign. These events have been an opportunity to ask questions of for candidates, share stories and get trained on how to take action this election. ✅ Find ways to take action and make your voting plan: chfcanada.coop/election2025 ... See MoreSee Less
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