Events
Looking for a co-op housing event near you?
Throughout the year, CHF Canada member co-ops come together regionally and nationally to shape the future of co-op housing in Canada. They gather to celebrate successes, build networks, improve governance skills, share concerns and dreams, discuss emerging issues and lobby government.
You’ll find all CHF Canada’s events listed below, with more information on how to register or take part.
In addition to exciting live virtual and in person events, CHF Canada has an online learning platform where housing co-op members, directors and staff can learn anytime! Learn more here.
For more information about events hosted by regional federations, contact the federation in your region.
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- All Events
Co-op Voices Matter: Preparing for Manitoba’s Budget Townhalls Manitoba February 03, 2026 to February 03, 2026 Register
6:00-7:00PM CT
Registration is required.
Join us for a 1-hour prep meeting for Manitoba’s pre-budget townhalls. Whether this is your first consultation or you’ve been before, you will learn from co-op and community housing champions and hear what looking for in the upcoming provincial budget. Together, we will explore ways to speak up for co-op housing.
What we’ll cover:
- Information about Manitoba’s pre-budget consultations and townhalls
- Key co-op housing priorities for this budget, including presentations from Springfield Seniors & Old Grace Co-op
- Broader community housing budget recommendations from MNPHA and Right to Housing Coalition
- Tips on how to share your experience and make your point clearly
- Time for questions, discussion, and peer advice
Sharing Circle for Staff and Managers National February 12, 2026 to February 12, 2026 RegisterBrochure
1:15 – 2:30 pm EST
Topic: Managing Stress in Your Day-to-Day Role
Co-op staff and managers are invited to participate in our monthly Sharing Circles! A virtual discussion series with your colleagues, as well as subject matter experts, and CHF Canada staff. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from sector experts on topics relevant to co-op staff and management, to discuss their learnings and exchange ideas in an open discussion forum, as well as in smaller breakout groups.
These are free events, hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.
Participants must be either housing co-op staff or managers.
Monthly Membership Call – February National February 24, 2026 to February 24, 2026 Register
6:00-7:00PM EST
New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call! This live webinar is designed to help you get the most of your CHF Canada membership. You’ll learn about member benefits, service offerings, events, and more. Participants also have the chance to exchange ideas in an open discussion forum and network with other members.
Though this call is geared towards new members, all are welcome. It’s a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge of your membership benefits, ask questions and to hear from members of our co-op housing community.
These are free events, hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.
CHF Canada Greener Co-op Microgrants: Information Session National February 26, 2026 to February 26, 2026 Register
7:00 – 8:00 PM Eastern Time
FREE
Join us for an overview of CHF Canada’s Greener Co-op Microgrants Program. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the program, which supports housing co-ops in designing and implementing projects that help green their communities. Since 2016, CHF Canada has allocated $880,000 in microgrants to 264 housing co-ops across Canada. Grant applications will open on February 16, 2026.
This information session will provide an overview of the program, explain how to apply, outline what the judges look for in strong applications, and highlight results from past funded projects. We look forward to seeing you there.
Insurance without the headache: how to actually read your policy National February 26, 2026 to February 26, 2026 Register
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Eastern Time
FREE
CHF Canada invites you to a virtual information session all about the 2026 Commercial Insurance year. This webinar is for co-op managers and staff and board of directors that are enrolled in the CHF Canada Commercial Insurance Program.
Join our CHF Canada Insurance team and Sarah Knight from Co-operators Insurance to learn more about:
- What to expect for your 2026 policy
- What affects the insurance policy renewal, and how you can help reduce the impacts to your policy.
- How the program is performing
- How climate events and the economy impact insurance for your co-op
- How you can manage risks in your co-op. Bring your questions for a live Q&A and get the information you need to plan for the coming year
Not sure if your co-op is enrolled? Reach out to Owen Carnahan, ocarnahan@chfcanada.coop to confirm.
Facilitator: Sarah Knight
Sarah Knight has 17+ years experience as a licensed insurance broker and represents a number of CHF co-operative members as well as being the lead broker of the CHF program. She is an advocate for the co -operatives and can bring any recommendations directly to the management and underwriting teams.
Sharing Circle for Staff and Managers National March 12, 2026 to March 12, 2026 RegisterBrochure
1:15 – 2:30 pm EST
Topic: Social Services Partnerships
Co-op staff and managers are invited to participate in our monthly Sharing Circles! A virtual discussion series with your colleagues, as well as subject matter experts, and CHF Canada staff. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from sector experts on topics relevant to co-op staff and management, to discuss their learnings and exchange ideas in an open discussion forum, as well as in smaller breakout groups.
These are free events, hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.
Participants must be either housing co-op staff or managers.
Monthly Membership Call – March National March 31, 2026 to March 31, 2026 Register
6:00-7:00PM EST
New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call! This live webinar is designed to help you get the most of your CHF Canada membership. You’ll learn about member benefits, service offerings, events, and more. Participants also have the chance to exchange ideas in an open discussion forum and network with other members.
Though this call is geared towards new members, all are welcome. It’s a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge of your membership benefits, ask questions and to hear from members of our co-op housing community.
These are free events, hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.
Sharing Circle for Staff and Managers National April 23, 2026 to April 23, 2026 RegisterBrochure
1:15 – 2:30 pm EST
Topic: Workplace Culture and Nonviolent Communication
Co-op staff and managers are invited to participate in our monthly Sharing Circles! A virtual discussion series with your colleagues, as well as subject matter experts, and CHF Canada staff. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from sector experts on topics relevant to co-op staff and management, to discuss their learnings and exchange ideas in an open discussion forum, as well as in smaller breakout groups.
These are free events, hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.
Participants must be either housing co-op staff or managers.
Monthly Membership Call – April National April 28, 2026 to April 28, 2026 Register
6:00-7:00PM EST
New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call! This live webinar is designed to help you get the most of your CHF Canada membership. You’ll learn about member benefits, service offerings, events, and more. Participants also have the chance to exchange ideas in an open discussion forum and network with other members.
Though this call is geared towards new members, all are welcome. It’s a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge of your membership benefits, ask questions and to hear from members of our co-op housing community.
These are free events, hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.
Sharing Circle for Staff and Managers National May 14, 2026 to May 14, 2026 RegisterBrochure
1:15 – 2:30 pm EST
Topic: Aging in place
Co-op staff and managers are invited to participate in our monthly Sharing Circles! A virtual discussion series with your colleagues, as well as subject matter experts, and CHF Canada staff. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from sector experts on topics relevant to co-op staff and management, to discuss their learnings and exchange ideas in an open discussion forum, as well as in smaller breakout groups.
These are free events, hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.
Participants must be either housing co-op staff or managers.
Monthly Membership Call – May National May 26, 2026 to May 26, 2026 Register
6:00-7:00PM EST
New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call! This live webinar is designed to help you get the most of your CHF Canada membership. You’ll learn about member benefits, service offerings, events, and more. Participants also have the chance to exchange ideas in an open discussion forum and network with other members.
Though this call is geared towards new members, all are welcome. It’s a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge of your membership benefits, ask questions and to hear from members of our co-op housing community.
These are free events, hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.
Monthly Membership Call – June National June 30, 2026 to June 30, 2026 Register
6:00-7:00PM EST
New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call! This live webinar is designed to help you get the most of your CHF Canada membership. You’ll learn about member benefits, service offerings, events, and more. Participants also have the chance to exchange ideas in an open discussion forum and network with other members.
Though this call is geared towards new members, all are welcome. It’s a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge of your membership benefits, ask questions and to hear from members of our co-op housing community.
These are free events, hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.
Monthly Membership Call – July National July 28, 2026 to July 28, 2026 Register
6:00-7:00PM EST
New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call! This live webinar is designed to help you get the most of your CHF Canada membership. You’ll learn about member benefits, service offerings, events, and more. Participants also have the chance to exchange ideas in an open discussion forum and network with other members.
Though this call is geared towards new members, all are welcome. It’s a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge of your membership benefits, ask questions and to hear from members of our co-op housing community.
These are free events, hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.
Monthly Membership Call – August National August 25, 2026 to August 25, 2026 Register
6:00-7:00PM EST
New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call! This live webinar is designed to help you get the most of your CHF Canada membership. You’ll learn about member benefits, service offerings, events, and more. Participants also have the chance to exchange ideas in an open discussion forum and network with other members.
Though this call is geared towards new members, all are welcome. It’s a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge of your membership benefits, ask questions and to hear from members of our co-op housing community.
These are free events, hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.
Monthly Membership Call – September National September 29, 2026 to September 29, 2026 Register
6:00-7:00PM EST
New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call! This live webinar is designed to help you get the most of your CHF Canada membership. You’ll learn about member benefits, service offerings, events, and more. Participants also have the chance to exchange ideas in an open discussion forum and network with other members.
Though this call is geared towards new members, all are welcome. It’s a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge of your membership benefits, ask questions and to hear from members of our co-op housing community.
These are free events, hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.
Monthly Membership Call – October National October 27, 2026 to October 27, 2026 Register
6:00-7:00PM EST
New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call! This live webinar is designed to help you get the most of your CHF Canada membership. You’ll learn about member benefits, service offerings, events, and more. Participants also have the chance to exchange ideas in an open discussion forum and network with other members.
Though this call is geared towards new members, all are welcome. It’s a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge of your membership benefits, ask questions and to hear from members of our co-op housing community.
These are free events, hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.
Monthly Membership Call – November National November 24, 2026 to November 24, 2026 Register
6:00-7:00PM EST
New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call! This live webinar is designed to help you get the most of your CHF Canada membership. You’ll learn about member benefits, service offerings, events, and more. Participants also have the chance to exchange ideas in an open discussion forum and network with other members.
Though this call is geared towards new members, all are welcome. It’s a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge of your membership benefits, ask questions and to hear from members of our co-op housing community.
These are free events, hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.