Ontario municipal elections October 24: speak up for co-op housing

Published September 02, 2022

On October 24, voters will elect their municipal councillors and mayors.

There is a lot at stake for co-op housing in these elections. CHF Canada created an Ontario municipal elections page to help supporters speak up for co-op housing this fall.

Mayors and councillors are in charge of some of the most important decisions that can impact the future of co-op housing in your community. This year, this is truer than ever as many HSA co-ops will be looking to sign new agreements with their municipality after they have paid off their mortgage.

When co-ops and their supporters make their voices heard, politicians take notice.

This election, ask candidates if they will:

• Work with HSA co-ops in their area to ensure they are offered fair agreements that support the long-term health and sustainability of the community.
• Prioritize building more permanently affordable co-op housing.

Co-ops can take action:

• Connect with CHF Canada or their regional co-op housing federations
•  Make sure your co-op shares our flyer to all members
•  Hold a candidates’ event
•  Help to get out the vote on Election Day.
•  Learn about the issues, voting and more on our Ontario municipal elections page.