National

We’re hiring: Director, Co-operative Housing Development
Staffing updates at CHF Canada
CHF BC negotiates deal saving 425 co-op homes in Burnaby, BC
We’re hiring: Manager, Human Resources
Windmill Line Co-op honoured for their environmental sustainability work
Halifax marks successful return to in-person annual meeting
Linda Wilson: An LGBTQ+ co-op founder
At a Vancouver co-op, a diversity grant helps seeds of reconciliation grow
Six lessons for co-ops looking to grow and build new homes to achieve the vision of Co-op Housing for All
Canada’s housing co-ops remember Wes Hosler: a man for the members
Annual Meeting Panel Sessions offer great educational value
Community steps up to help fire victims at Better Living Co-op
Dawn Obokata: from co-op gratitude to governance
Learn how your co-op can build on its strengths
St Charles Co-operative Homes: 30-year loyalty award
CMHC Preservation Fund update for federal co-ops
‘A great form of housing’: reactions to the $1.5B funding for new co-op housing in federal budget
NEW! Building New Co-op Homes: Development Resources
Stay safe and save money with our NEW Risk Management program
We’re hiring: Regional Manager, Ontario
Federal budget prioritizes housing: $1.5B sets the stage to build the next generation of co-op housing
Missing element of the National Housing Strategy: urban, rural and northern Indigenous housing strategy
Nominate your co-op managers and staff for a long-term service award!
Annual Meeting Covid rules change with Nova Scotia reopening plan
Spam email advisory
Rooftops Canada launches new five-year Women’s Spaces project in Africa
What’s new and exciting at this year’s Annual Meeting?
The benefits of living in a co-op during the pandemic
We’re Hiring: Education Program Co-ordinator
What diversity means to Emma, a CHF Canada Diversity Scholarship recipient
Webinar: They’re multiplying! Co-op housing growth across Canada
Applications open for 2022 Greener Co-op Microgrants
Annual Meeting registration open: here’s how to pitch your co-op on attending!
Building the pathway out of the housing crisis by building co-op housing
Ashworth Square: 40-year loyalty award recipient
Future Looks Bright for Oasis Co-op in Sudbury – First ILM Program Co-op Refinanced
Win registration to Halifax with new Housing Co-op Success Stories contest!
Virtual film night: My Mom’s Co-op – February 24th
Black History Month: William Andrew White III
CHF Canada launches Aging in Place Exchange Network
CMHC announces $118 million in FCHI-2 rental assistance for federally-administered co-ops
Watch a new video showing co-op success stories in Nova Scotia
115 Place Housing Co-op in British Columbia Needs Your Help Today!
Thanks to new, returning and long-time members!
From clean ups to social media, how Diversity Scholarship recipient Dylan helps his co-op
We’re hiring: Accounting Assistant
Greener Co-op Microgrant supports kids’ garden in Kingston
Blair Hamilton receives many thanks, and award in Manitoba, prior to retiring
Annual Meeting Survey – what members said
Is your co-op interested in adding co-op homes? We can help you find development professionals
Diversity Scholarship recipient Dimah builds co-operation among newcomers
Parliament returns on National Housing Day, Speech from Throne prioritizes housing
Ahmed Hussen appointed federal Minister of Housing
Do you want a stronger and better-connected community?
Coming soon: Aging in Place network
Meet Diversity Scholarship recipient Carolyn Conrad
2022 Halifax Annual Meeting – we want to hear from you!
Partnership opportunities now available!
November 22nd is National Housing Day
Introducing three new CHF Canada staff
How CHF Canada staff are working towards reconciliation
Co-op Housing Day at Queen’s Park — More than 100 co-ops pass the Fix the Formula resolution
New video: Here’s how our Regional Energy Coach can help your co-op
Save the date for our 2022 Annual Meeting in Halifax: June 16 – 18
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Vote Housing – what we accomplished, and what’s next?
Meet our Asset & Financial Planning Services team!
2021 Diversity Scholarship recipients head to school
2021 Co-op Housing Champion Eileen Leishman, “a dreamer, a driver and a doer”
Karla Skoutajan: A dedicated co-op housing leader
Co-op Cost Cutters adapts to changing needs of co-ops
Notice of disruption to phone extensions, August 23-27
Featured Resource: Indigenous Truth and Reconciliation Toolkit
Greener Co-op Microgrants supporting a record number of projects this summer
Castlegreen Co-op in Thunder Bay to save $72,000 annually while keeping homes in good repair with repairs and upgrades
Federal election underway: Four easy ways to help the Vote Housing campaign
We’re Hiring a Program Administrator (Atlantic Region)
You are invited: Vote Housing poll launch!
We’re Hiring: Co-ordinator, Co-operative Housing Development
Aging in Place network: survey
CHF Canada staff in their communities
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Shannon helps grow community through gardening
Co-ops coping with COVID-19: Capital replacements and repairs
We’re Hiring: Regional Manager, Prairies
‘Co-op Futures’ Virtual Annual Meeting recordings: free to registrants, special offer for those who missed event
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Kathy helps grow community, one potluck at a time
Rooftops Canada Board opening
New #FixtheFormula4Coops Campaign launched: Pass a resolution
Members endorse resolutions and mark completion of governance changes at 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Co-op living provides aging in place for urban Indigenous couple, Hilton and Philomena
Recognizing amazing co-operators: Eileen Leishman, Karla Skoutajan and Loyalty Awards
Co-ops to receive funding for energy upgrades: Yours could too!
Tina Stevens’ Statement on Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc
2020 Annual Report
Five reasons to register now for our #CoopFutures Annual Meeting
Call for submissions: Co-operators have talent!
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Dale brings food, celebration and a vision for the future to his co-op
Minister Hussen covers housing in post-budget roundtable
Alexandra Wilson: Insights from an outstanding co-op leader
2021 Federal Budget Highlights
Housing co-ops welcome bold investment in childcare, alongside measures to help address homelessness and provide rental assistance
New Resource: Democracy during pandemics
Kingston Co-op expansion: how members drove new development
New Regional Energy Coach Irfaan Hasham can help your co-op improve energy efficiency
Solidarity with Canada’s Asian communities
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Sara started with a kids’ committee, now she’s a co-op president, and works and advocates in the sector
Consider applying for a Diversity Scholarship (or new Training Scholarship)
Keep it fresh, keep it flowing: Co-op communication during Covid-19
New co-op homes in Atlantic Canada! “Affordable, safe and inclusive housing for generations to come”
CHF Canada’s federal budget recommendations highlight the need for more co-op housing
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Flowers and other care initiatives at Brittany Lane Co-op
Considering Professional Development? Apply for a CHF Canada Management Scholarship Deadline March 1st
Save the Date: June 10-13 Virtual Annual Meeting
Federal budget public survey: help make the case for co-op housing
February is Black History Month
Temporary rental assistance for pre-April 2016 federal co-ops
CHF Canada welcomes Dallas Alderson, Director, Public Affairs and Policy
Election reminder: All Board seats open in 2021
We’ve updated our Atlantic Region webpage
Kingston Co-op to add 38 new units
Closing out 2020: Stay safe, strong and kind!
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Lindsey encourages young leaders as pandemic highlights affordable housing crunch
Toronto co-op gets creative to learn about Indigenous cultures
Virtual Fall Education Event concludes with positive reviews
Welcome new members!
Photo Gallery: Congratulations to CHF Canada members receiving Loyalty Awards!
How CHF Canada is working on combatting anti-Black racism
An update on our reconciliation work, from CHF Canada President Tina Stevens
Microgrant supports co-op green roof
CHF Canada’s Executive Director appointed to inaugural National Housing Council
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Denise has given (and gotten) a lot during 30+ years managing co-ops
Co-op community garden becomes a community gathering place
Reconciliation Toolkit: Ideas for Action
Needham Co-op uses microgrant towards energy efficiency
Coady Co-op buys its leased land with $8M financing through CHF Canada
Six resources on accessibility and including people with disabilities
2021 CHF Canada Annual Meeting will be virtual
Reconciliation Toolkit: Ideas for Healing the Relationship
Clairvue Co-op launches expansion
Managers and staff say co-ops challenged by COVID but doing well
CHF Canada’s Virtual Fall Education Forum – Oct 28 to Nov 30
Year-round partnership opportunities with CHF Canada
Throne Speech mentions several housing objectives, including partnering with co-ops
Reconciliation Toolkit: Ideas for Good Process
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Michelle is pursuing a Masters in co-op management to grow as a leader
Meet CHF Canada’s newest Board and Council members
Provincial elections during a pandemic
Co-op housing photo/video contest
Providing services and education safely during COVID-19
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Sandra worked with other members to create their new co-op
Meet new CHF Canada President Tina Stevens
Federal Community Housing Initiative Phase 2 Begins September 1
We’re hiring a Director, Public Affairs and Policy
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Miriam is part of three generations of housing co-op members
Meet CHF Canada’s newest staff, Rajathi and Jaclyn
Reconciliation Toolkit: Ideas for Knowing and Honouring
Six resources on aging in place
Adapting to a new normal with co-op meeting alternatives
Virtual MEF and CMC well attended and popular
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Ian helps build food security in his community
Diversity Scholarship recipients announced in Atlantic Region and Southwestern Ontario
2020 Greener Co-op Microgrants awarded – program growing thanks to more funding partners
CHF Canada briefs Parliamentary Committee on co-op housing during COVID-19
2020 Annual Meeting
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Kerry says co-ops can help solve “the disease of loneliness”
CHF Canada launches Reconciliation Toolkit
Solidarity: Black Lives Matter
CMC Virtual Plenary – June 4
Virtual Member Education Forum Webinar Series: June 15 – 30
Federation of Canadian Municipalities launches new Sustainable Affordable Housing Initiative
2019 Annual Report
CHF Canada supports the Canadian Women’s Foundation with a livestreamed Joel Plaskett concert
Introducing three ‘new’ co-op housing federation staff
The Co-operators offers discounts and rebates on Group Benefits and AutoGuard during COVID-19
Two AGM special resolutions would complete governance changes initiated last year
Co-op managers and staff working hard and smart during COVID-19
Official Notice: Don’t miss CHF Canada’s 2020 Virtual AGM
President/E.D. Message: We are in this together, and CHF Canada is here to help
Change to MemberGuard program underwriting
Six resources on 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion
Member survey on COVID-19
CHF Canada to hold online AGM June 13th
FCHI-2 update
Annual Meeting & COVID-19 FAQs
2020 Annual Meeting Changes
Harvey Cooper set to retire as Deputy Executive Director
We’re hiring an Atlantic Region Co-ordinator
COVID-19 and Ontario housing co-ops
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Keeping spirits high with a social distancing singalong
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Sarcee Meadows Women’s Circle helps out
Notice of service interruption: Our offices are closed
New CHF Canada staffer Owen Carnahan wants YOU to keep your co-op safe!
Housing Co-ops and COVID-19
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Jelena and her family love helping out
We’re looking for a Local Planning Co-ordinator for our 2021 Annual Meeting in Ottawa!
We’re hiring a Program Manager, Asset Management Services
Rental Assistance Program Update: CMHC announces extension to Federal Community Housing Initiative, Phase 1
Annual Meeting Discounts, Savings and Bursaries
Six resources to start the Truth and Reconciliation conversation
Call for Candidates: 2020 Elections
Another member benefit: Co-op Cost Cutters
FCHI-2 Rental Assistance Update for federal co-ops
#HumansOfCoopHousing: Tonya O’Keefe fighting to protect rental assistance for Saskatchewan’s co-ops
Tell us about your favourite #HumansOfCoopHousing
Your Group Benefits Plan – website refresh
Community Housing Transformation Centre launched – will distribute millions in grants to housing providers (including co-ops!)
Welcome new members!
Consider Rooftops Canada for your year-end giving
Happy holidays from CHF Canada!
Thanks for joining us on our online co-op tour!
How to pitch your co-op on attending the Annual Meeting
Co-ops rally in Regina to protect affordability
Urban gardening microgrant
Fall education events engage co-op members and partners
Co-op Housing Day at Queen’s Park
We’re hiring a Co-ordinator, Insurance and Risk Management
Consultant Jackie Hogue to advise CHF Canada on reconciliation
Survey seeks your feedback on reconciliation
Why CHF Canada staff are reading the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls report
Calls for All Canadians, from the MMIWG report
Include Co-op Campaign succeeds thanks to members
We’re hiring a Program Manager, Education Services
Highlights from the National Housing Debate
What the parties have said about housing
Sandra Turgeon wants people to discover the economic and social value of cooperatives
Exciting changes for our 2020 Annual Meeting
You Hold the Key campaign delivers as CMHC launches enrollment for FCHI-2
New Include Co-op videos
National Housing Debate, October 6
Mile End Co-op: Founding member and president explains the genesis of Mile End Cooperative
Highlights from Member Survey
Be part of the movement, meet members and have a say at the 2020 Annual Meeting
Denese’s story (video)
Nanda’s story (Video)
Judy’s story (Video)
Include Co-op updates: co-op tours, webinar, and more!
Sonia Aguilar Valencia on why co-ops should “Believe in Millennials”
Annual Meeting – Save the Date!
What are the parties saying about housing?
Get involved with the #IncludeCoop campaign!
Meet CHF Canada’s 2019 Management Scholarship recipients
Update on Federal Community Housing Initiative, Phase 2
Meet Dillon Waldron, our new Government Relations Co-ordinator
Côte-des-Neiges co-op: A neighbourly Montréal co-op community
Include Co-op campaign: get involved
Young member profile: Elke Dring on co-ops and community
Co-ops receive funding for diversity and inclusion projects
Welcome to new members
Save the date for the Fall Education Event near you
Sundance Housing Co-op: Dedicated to sustainable living
We’re hiring a Program Manager, Asset Manager Services
Stanley Knowles Co-op: Toronto seniors enjoy a diverse community
Beaver Creek Co-op receives Rooftops Canada International Service Award
Fraserview: Beautiful new riverside co-op helps address Vancouver’s housing crunch.
Federal government launches Phase Two of FCHI program: 20,000 low-income co-op households protected to 2028
Phase Two and Bilateral Agreements provide opportunity for co-ops left out of FCHI-1
Old Grace Housing Co-op: It’s not a condo, it’s a co-op!
2018 Annual Report
We’re hiring a Government Relations Co-ordinator
Meet an AGM Attendee: Mikaila Borden
Good turnouts and dialogue at education events in Winnipeg and Saskatoon
CHF Canada seeks Program Manager, Asset Management Services
Diversity Scholarship awarded to Stephanie Kent
2019 AGM resolutions propose governance changes, federal election campaign priorities and action on End of Mortgage for HSA co-ops
Young member profile: Darrah Teitel a rising star in Canadian theatre
Newfoundland signs National Housing Strategy Agreement, calls election for May 16
Saskatchewan and the Federal government sign 10-year housing agreement
Meet an AGM workshop leader: Shawn Conway
Meet an AGM workshop leader: Sarah Jensen
Community housing partnership to lead new National Housing Strategy initiative
Great speakers and education in store for London Annual Meeting
CHF Canada welcomes Courtney Lockhart
Community Housing Transformation Centre seeks Executive Director
Calgary housing co-op averts major retaining wall failure
Young Member Discounts and Bursaries for this year’s Annual Meeting
CHF Canada applauds two more bilateral housing agreements for Alberta and Yukon
Housing co-ops encouraged by ongoing commitment to housing in today’s Federal Budget
Request for Proposals: Supporting the Reconciliation Journey
Young member profile: Mary Ho on the importance of mentorship
Applications now open for Greener Co-op Microgrants!
Registration now open for London AGM!
Very special AGM guest speakers: Giller-winning novelist Esi Edugyan and land trust CEO Brenda Torpy
Upcoming events and deadlines
Win $2,500: Tell CHF Canada about an inspiring project at your co-op
Is your co-op celebrating Black History Month?
Black History Month: Housing Co-ops & the U.S. Civil Rights Movement
CHF Canada Board and Council reviewing governance best practices
Rainbow Housing Co-op hosts tour for Saskatchewan Minister of Social Services
Call for Candidates: bring your skills to CHF Canada!
Keep your co-op safe: Fill out the 2019 Risk Management Checklist!
CHF Canada applauds signing of PEI bilateral housing agreement
Webinar: Last chance to prepay your mortgage and save money!
Join us on social media for a coast-to-coast-to-coast #CoopTour!
Co-op housing prominent at CMHC National Housing Conference
Section 61 housing co-op refinances for big reduction in mortgage rate
Co-op guide to participate in Ontario housing consultation
Join the CHF Canada team: position opens for Program Manager, Policy and Government Relations
Happy holidays from CHF Canada!
Two-time Giller Prize winner Esi Edugyan grew up in a housing co-op
Welcome, new members!
CHF Canada in 2018
Join us in London, Ontario for CHF Canada’s Annual Meeting (June 5-8, 2019)
Federal government releases one-year National Housing Strategy update
Video footage of the AGM plenary Vision Panel now online
Preston Heights Co-op celebrates successful refinancing and renovations
Your Co-op and the CMHC Survey: Federal Community Housing Initiative, Phase 2
Sponsorship opportunities now available!
CHF Canada wants to give you money!
CHF Canada event survey: have your say!
CHF Canada budget submission calls for $50 million in federal land for co-op development
CHF Canada Webinar: Securing your co-op’s future
Co-op redevelopment gives young member Labib Chowdhury a chance to shine
Aging in Place: Building community through music and co-operation
Aging in Place: A leader in governance and renewal
Aging in Place: Staying connected to family and community
Discussions about of Truth and Reconciliation at CHF Canada’s Annual Meeting
Introducing New Aboriginal Director, Tina Stevens
The story behind Orange Shirt Day
Member profile: Roanna Hall’s path to co-op leadership
Aging in Place: Managing a seniors’ housing co-op
Five ways to celebrate Co-op Week: Oct 14-20
Daly Co-op’s renovations make aging-in-place easy
Notice of Service Disruption: Ottawa office closed Monday
Canada’s Housing Co-ops Celebrate National Seniors Day
New Brunswick: Vote on September 24 to put housing front and centre during the election!
Western Manitoba Seniors Co-op launches 63-unit second phase
Diversity Scholarship recipient Keza Uwitonze talks about diversity
Request for proposals: 2019 AGM workshops
Summer of Bliss: UK expert explores Canada’s housing co-ops on cross-country tour
Federal government launches Poverty Reduction Strategy
Sahara Shaik: Continuing the legacy of co-op youth leadership
Save the date for the Fall Education Event near you!
Homestarts commits to sustained donations to Diversity Scholarships and Rooftops Canada
CHF Canada welcomes Patricia Tessier, new Director, Member Services
Kaslo Gardens, CHFT and CHF BC receive CHF Canada Regional Diversity Grants
BC’s newest and largest housing co-op, Fraserview, accepting applications
CHF Canada is hiring a Co-ordinator, Government Relations (Ontario Region)
Bain Honour Canoe supports Truth and Reconciliation
Celebrate Co-op Day, July 7
British Columbia becomes the second province to sign on to the National Housing Strategy
CMHC deadline approaches for S61 prepayment flexibility; Q&A Webinar
Co-op housing champion Christopher Wilson dies at 68
Watch and share videos from our Annual Meeting
Bain Co-op, BC’s Community Land Trust and David Lach honoured with awards
Meet CHF Canada’s new Board members
Annual Meeting endorses Vision of “Co-op Housing for All”
Young Member Profile: Old connections, fresh vision
Canada’s housing co-ops meet in Victoria to celebrate 50 years, advocacy wins and new growth
Ontario co-ops press their candidates to support co-op housing
CHF Canada signs on to A Shared Housing Agenda
Five ways your co-op can celebrate Pride Month this June
2017 Annual Report now available
Workshop Materials for the Annual Meeting
Housing Nova Scotia extends rent subsidies for housing co-ops for additional year
Congratulations to newly elected Board and Ontario Council members!
CHF Canada and ONPHA release An Affordable Housing Plan for Ontario
Nine ways your co-op can participate in Indigenous History Month
First Section 61 co-op refinances with CHF Canada
Election campaign launched for Ontario co-ops
Diversity scholarships awarded to young co-op leaders
Staff Profile: Melissa Estable, Manager, Co-op Housing Development
Housing co-ops welcome the signing of the National Housing Strategy’s first bilateral agreement
CHF Canada is hiring an Administrative Assistant, Ontario Region
Welcome, new CHF Canada members!
CHF Canada is hiring a Director, Member Services
Young Member Profile: Sarah Jensen
CHF Canada appoints Tim Ross as Executive Director
New video shows why you can’t miss your Annual Meeting
Federal government announces first phase of housing assistance for low-income co-op households
Staff profile: Ofelia Guanlao, Program Manager, Asset Management Services
Calling for photos and artifacts for AGM Pop-up Museum
Stability and Succession at West Glen Co-op
Co-ops celebrate Ontario Budget announcement of new Co-operative Housing Development Fund
Think green this spring! Apply for a Greener Co-op Microgrant
Rooftops Canada seeks Senior Social Housing Advisor
Spring Member Forums: Coming soon to a city near you!
Departing Directors reflect on time on Board and suggest others step up
Young leaders like Jasmine Borden can attend AGM with 50 percent discount
Vision Summit encourages co-op housing leaders to dream big
Housing Co-ops welcome funding for housing in Budget 2018
Young member story: Lori Morin
Black History Month an inspiration throughout the year, say co-op leaders
Management scholarship recipient Musonda Yamfwa urges others to apply: Deadline March 1
Adam Vaughan webinar recording available online
Meet our new Communications Coordinator, Lee Pepper
Housing co-ops mark passing of early leader and pioneer, Allen Nelson
Another housing co-op launches in B.C.
Ontario Region presents budget recommendations for province
Webinar townhall with Adam Vaughan on February 16th: Register now!
Notice of Contract Position: Manager, Co-operative Housing Development
Young member story: Quinton Rodriques
Happy holidays from CHF Canada!
Further analysis of National Housing Strategy: Thank your MP!
Welcome new members!
Young member story: Jjess Sselwanjja
CHF Canada in 2017: Stronger Together
Housing co-ops welcome National Housing Strategy
Notice of Contract Position: Program Manager, Asset Management Services
Nicholas Gazzard set to retire as CHF Canada’s Executive Director
Webinar recordings available
Request for Proposals: 2018 Vision Summit
Protect Co-op Housing campaign continues with big push in Kitchener-Waterloo
CHF Canada seeks workshop proposals for Annual Meeting in Victoria
Inspired by co-op living, Domanique Grant blends art with advocacy
Co-ops celebrate life of activist: Eleanor McDonald
Nova Scotia deal protects low-income co-op households
Sarcee Meadows’ Women’s Circle cultural event a major success
Help shape the future of the co-op housing movement!
$7.1 million in refinancing loans approved for three more co-ops
Campaign to keep our co-ops affordable – permanently!
Renovation of Ontario housing co-ops put on hold due to government demands
Co-op housing sector mourns the loss of co-op champion Pam McConnell
CMC recognizes and elects housing co-op leaders at annual congress
Chart a path forward with an Asset Management Plan
Co-op canoe installation to honour First Nations reconciliation
Housing co-op rock star to headline Annual Meeting
Online Regional Elections Open
Call to Action for You Hold the Key campaign
Spring Member Forums – Coming to You!
Budget 2017 Submission
ILM Adjustment Factors