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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 … Continue reading “Throne Speech mentions several housing objectives, including partnering with co-ops”
Community Housing Transformation Centre launched – will distribute millions in grants to housing providers (including co-ops!)
December 13 marked the launch of a new federal initiative for housing co-ops and other affordable housing groups. Two years in the making, the Community Housing Transformation Centre (the Centre) is now open for business. Governed by eight community housing associations including CHF Canada, the Centre is funded by the federal government through the National … Continue reading “Community Housing Transformation Centre launched – will distribute millions in grants to housing providers (including co-ops!)”
What the parties have said about housing
For the past few months, we have called on all the political parties to prioritize housing, and recommended five policy actions: Maintain federal leadership and investment to address access to housing. Develop and adequately fund a distinct urban, rural and northern Indigenous Housing Strategy Increase the supply of community housing Protect the existing supply of … Continue reading “What the parties have said about housing”
What are the parties saying about housing?
In order to make an informed vote in support of the Include Co-op campaign, you need to know what the parties are promising in their platforms and saying during the campaign. Liberal: The Liberal Party will be running on their record over the past four years, including the National Housing Strategy 10 year plan. This … Continue reading “What are the parties saying about housing?”
Housing co-ops welcome federal investment protecting affordability of 55,000 low-income households
For Immediate Release (Ottawa, June 25, 2019) – Canada’s housing co-ops welcome today’s announcement of the second phase of the federal government’s plan to protect housing affordability for 20,000 low-income co-op households. It also includes funding for other forms of community housing, providing similar security of tenure for a total of 55,000 households. “We welcome … Continue reading “Housing co-ops welcome federal investment protecting affordability of 55,000 low-income households”
Saskatchewan and the Federal government sign 10-year housing agreement
Last week, Saskatchewan was the latest province to sign a bilateral agreement with the federal government as part of the National Housing Strategy. The 10-year, cost-shared $449.9 million agreement is designed to help protect and renew community housing and support housing repair, construction, and affordability. Funding for the Canada-Saskatchewan Community Housing Initiative is intended to … Continue reading “Saskatchewan and the Federal government sign 10-year housing agreement”
CHF Canada looks forward to affordable housing strategies
Toronto, April 11, 2019 – Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada (CHF Canada) CHF Canada was pleased to see the first budget of the new provincial government confirm Ontario’s support for the National Housing Strategy and announce a new Community Housing Renewal Strategy that is tasked with stabilizing and growing Ontario’s community housing sector. We are … Continue reading “CHF Canada looks forward to affordable housing strategies”
Community housing partnership to deliver transformative housing initiative
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Ottawa, April 11, 2019) – A national partnership of housing organizations announced today that CMHC has selected its proposal to create a Community Housing Transformation Centre supporting innovation, capacity building and long-term sustainability of community housing. This National Housing Strategy initiative will invest $68.6 million over nine years into programs, grants and … Continue reading “Community housing partnership to deliver transformative housing initiative”
CHF Canada applauds two more bilateral housing agreements for Alberta and Yukon
Earlier this month, bilateral housing agreements on the deployment of the National Housing Strategy were signed between the Federal Government and the Governments of the Yukon Territories and the Province of Alberta. These 10-year agreements will invest $678 million in Alberta and $60 million in the Yukon to protect, renew and expand social and community … Continue reading “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
For Immediate Release (Ottawa, March 19. 2019) – The Co‑operative Housing Federation of Canada (CHF Canada) and housing co‑ops across the country are pleased to see continued commitment to the National Housing Strategy in the 2019 Budget. “CHF Canada welcomes increased investments in rental housing, and we look forward to partnering with the government to … Continue reading “Housing co-ops encouraged by ongoing commitment to housing in today’s Federal Budget”