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Parliament returns on National Housing Day, Speech from Throne prioritizes housing
For Immediate Release (Ottawa, November 23, 2021) – Yesterday, as MPs returned to Parliament for the first time since being elected, housing advocates were keenly aware that it was also National Housing Day. In a joint letter published by National Newswatch earlier in the month, CHF Canada’s Executive Director Tim Ross, as part of the Vote Housing … Continue reading “Parliament returns on National Housing Day, Speech from Throne prioritizes housing”
Parliament returns on National Housing Day, Speech from Throne prioritizes housing
For Immediate Release (Ottawa, November 23, 2021) – Yesterday, as MPs returned to Parliament for the first time since being elected, housing advocates were keenly aware that it was also National Housing Day. In a joint letter published by National Newswatch earlier in the month, CHF Canada’s Executive Director Tim Ross, as part of the Vote Housing … Continue reading “Parliament returns on National Housing Day, Speech from Throne prioritizes housing”
Ahmed Hussen appointed federal Minister of Housing
As part of last month’s federal cabinet appointments, the Honorable Ahmed Hussen was appointed Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion. “We look forward to continuing our work with Minister Hussen in his new dedicated leadership role in housing, diversity and inclusion to tackle the housing crisis with more co-operative housing supply,” said CHF Canada … Continue reading “Ahmed Hussen appointed federal Minister of Housing”
November 22nd is National Housing Day
The huge response to the Vote Housing campaign made it clear that housing and homelessness are key issues for Canadians. It is fitting that the first day that the newly elected Parliament is sitting this year, November 22nd, is also National Housing Day. Here is what CHF Canada wants to see the new Parliament prioritize: dedicated federal investment … Continue reading “November 22nd is National Housing Day”
New co-op homes in Atlantic Canada! “Affordable, safe and inclusive housing for generations to come”
Sector-led co-ops are driving the development of a significant number of new co-op homes in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Fourteen homes were recently completed, and more than 70 additional homes are planned. Nova Scotia Compass Nova Scotia Co-operative Homes Ltd. (Compass NS) is taking the next steps toward building two new apartment buildings on … Continue reading “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
CHF Canada’s budget recommendations to the federal government primarily highlights the need for new, dedicated funding to develop more co-op and non-profit housing through a “non-market” component of the National Housing Strategy (NHS). It also calls for strengthened rental assistance for low-income households living in co-ops, along with key changes to two NHS programs. The NHS has … Continue reading “CHF Canada’s federal budget recommendations highlight the need for more co-op housing”
CHF Canada’s federal budget recommendations highlight the need for more co-op housing
CHF Canada’s budget recommendations to the federal government primarily highlights the need for new, dedicated funding to develop more co-op and non-profit housing through a “non-market” component of the National Housing Strategy (NHS). It also calls for strengthened rental assistance for low-income households living in co-ops, along with key changes to two NHS programs. The … Continue reading “CHF Canada’s federal budget recommendations highlight the need for more co-op housing”
Federal budget public survey: help make the case for co-op housing
The Government of Canada is looking for your input on the next federal budget. These consultations are an important part of how the federal government constructs their budget priorities, and we can help shape that budget by ensuring co-operative housing is on the agenda. Take 5 minutes to complete this anonymous pre-budget questionnaire and be … Continue reading “Federal budget public survey: help make the case for co-op housing”
CHF Canada’s Executive Director appointed to inaugural National Housing Council
Yesterday, Ahmed Hussen, the federal minister responsible for housing announced the appointment of Tim Ross, CHF Canada’s Executive Director to the National Housing Council. The National Housing Council has a mandate to monitor the effectiveness of the federal government’s National Housing Strategy, to provide advice to the Minister responsible for CMHC on how to improve … Continue reading “CHF Canada’s Executive Director appointed to inaugural National Housing Council”
Throne Speech mentions several housing objectives, including partnering with co-ops
This week the government presented its throne speech which outlines priorities for the next Parliamentary session. CHF Canada welcomed the speech, and the government’s commitment to develop mid- and long-term partnerships with not-for-profits and housing co-ops. We also supported the government’s promises to end chronic homelessness, and investments in housing for Indigenous Peoples and northern communities. This … Continue reading “Throne Speech mentions several housing objectives, including partnering with co-ops”