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Upcoming Meeting

Annual Meeting

Fredericton, June 11 – 13, 2026.
Three days. 500 co-op leaders. Endless inspiration. Join co-op members and staff from across Canada for inspiring workshops, dynamic keynote sessions, lively social events, and our National Business Meeting. This is the place for exceptional networking—an opportunity to connect with leaders in Canada’s co-op housing sector.

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Resources

Welcome to the CHF Canada Resource Centre

We’re excited to open the doors wider to our Resource Centre, now accessible to everyone. This hub of educational tools is designed to support the people who make co-operative housing thrive, from members and board directors to staff and managers. Whether you’re looking to strengthen governance, build community, or navigate the day-to-day operations of a housing co-op, you’ll find practical, experience-based resources to help.

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NEW Campaign

The Key Is In Your Hands – Act Now

You Hold The Key
Protect affordable homes. Protect rental assistance now.

Federal rental assistance allows co-ops to provide deeply affordable homes to those that need it, while keeping co-op buildings in good shape and financially sustainable.

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Co-op Housing is Canada’s Next Big Leap in Building Strong, Connected Communities

CHF Canada is Growing Thriving Co-operative Communities, a Key Solution to Canada’s Housing Crisis

Key Focuses

Here When Canadians Need Us

CHF Canada is supporting Canadians by advocating to build more co-operative housing in this country.

Our Key Focus Areas

Education

Supporting Co-op Members for Nearly a Century

Rooted in shared values, housing co-ops are ready to usher in the next generation of growth.

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Membership

Membership Has its Perks

CHF Canada strengthens housing co-operatives nationwide by supporting over 900 member co-ops with expert guidance, practical resources, training, professional development, and national advocacy.

Benefits of Membership

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Membership

Looking for Programs?

From insurance, risk management, asset management, financial and long term planning, CHF Canada has a range of programs to meet the growing needs of your co-op.

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Board Members

Co-op Managers

Board Skills

Upcoming Events.

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Member Social Night: Trivia

Online
April 22, 2026

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7:00-8:30 p.m. EST Are you a CHF Canada member? Do you want to connect with other co-op members and staff across Canada for a fun night of networking and trivia? Join us for a virtual member social night where we’ll test your knowledge and make you rack your brains for 3 rounds of both co-op and fun trivia questions. Winners will receive prizes.
Monthly Membership Call – April

Online
April 28, 2026

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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.
Energize Your Co-op: Spring Into Action!

On-site
April 28, 2026

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9:00AM – 4:00PM EST (coffee and tea will be served on arrival at 9:00 a.m.) Brookstreet Hotel 525 Legget Drive, Ottawa, ON K2K 2W2 Grand Scheme Ballroom Wheelchair accessible Join us for a free, in-person session designed to help Eastern Ontario housing co-ops unlock new opportunities for savings, sustainability, and long-term growth. This event features workshops led by industry experts who will share practical guidance on accessing funding and programs to cut energy costs, explore keeping homes safe and sound through a risk management program and long-term plans for housing repairs, and explore future possibilities for mergers and acquisition. You’ll gain a clear understanding of available incentives, actionable steps for planning upgrades, and strategies to improve long-term performance. We’re also thrilled to welcome greetings from Ottawa sector partners who champion innovation and sustainability in co-op housing. Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and bring fresh ideas back to your coop. REGISTER NOW and come into spring with CHF Canada! Key stakeholders that will be attending the session include: · CHF Canada · City of Ottawa · Federation of Canadian Municipalities · Ottawa Hydro · Enbridge · Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) · Ottawa Climate Action Fund · Ottawa Community Land Trust

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Our advocacy continues, pushing for policies and investments that will unlock growth, strengthen communities, and ensure co-op living remains an option for generations to come.

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Success Stories

Advocating for Community

Caroline Co-op was established in 2024, when the tenants fundraised to purchase the building from the landlord and convert it from market rentals to non-profit ownership. Caroline Co-op has 21 units, a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, rented to members at affordable rates, including a portion of units offered at rental assistance rates subsidized through the City of Hamilton.

Caroline Street

The co-op was established in 2024, when the tenants fundraised to purchase the building from the landlord and convert it from market rentals to non-profit ownership. Caroline Co-op has 21 units, a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, rented to members at affordable rates, including a portion of units offered at rent-geared-to-income rates subsidized through the City of Hamilton.

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April 17, 2026

CHF Canada’s Position on Quebec’s Bill 20

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March 16, 2026

International Women's Day

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