Welcome to the Community Housing Transformation Centre
The Community Housing Transformation Centre is a catalyst for the growth of community housing across Canada.
We provide grants, tools and services to support community housing stakeholders (non-profit housing organizations, housing co-ops, federations, associations, groups and governments) in their efforts to enact social change, ensure economic sustainability, and bolster growth and efficiency.
Find out about our services, programs and grants, browse our news and get involved in growing community housing in Canada.
2024-2028 Strategic plan
A new plan will guide the Centre’s work over the coming years
RentSmart
Empowering tenants and communities through education
Housing School
Empowering the sector with knowledge and tools
Self-Assessment Tools
Run a health check on your organization using the Organizational Compass and the Green Compass. Fill out our free online self-assessment form to:
- Identify your strengths and weaknesses
- Access an automatically generated action plan
- Consult the list of resources available to implement the plan
Resource Inventory
Access a list of resources selected by the Centre’s team to meet your organizational needs based on your areas of interest and location. Included are the following:
- Guides, reports and tools
- Activities and training
- Financing opportunities
Services & Special projects
- Energy efficiency coaching services
- Self-assessment tools
- Resource inventory
- Special projects
News
A pilot project to expand community housing in Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island (PEI), known for its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage, is now making strides with a pilot project aimed at expanding community housing. The province, in partnership […]
Canadians want to know more about community housing
A recent national survey conducted by Abacus Data for the Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada reveals a powerful insight: Canadians are not only open to community housing, they want more […]
The Nunalingni Piruqpaalirut Fund update webinar
Are you working to improve housing conditions in Nunavut? The Nunalingni Piruqpaalirut Fund (NPF) is a grant program dedicated to supporting Nunavut community housing projects. Join us on Tuesday, May […]
Building a stronger future for community housing in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan’s community housing sector is facing an aging housing stock, limited funding, and a shortage of skilled workers. Compared to many other provinces, unfortunately it remains underdeveloped and fragmented, limiting […]
By and for Indigenous peoples: Housing transformation in Calgary
With a population exceeding 50,000, Calgary’s urban Indigenous community faces an acute housing crisis rooted in systemic inequities. The lack of culturally grounded housing options, particularly for large, intergenerational families, […]
Events coming up this spring 2025
Here’s an overview of the upcoming events the Centre will be attending this spring. If you’re there too and would like to meet us to talk about your projects, don’t […]
Awarded projects
LIFT: A replicable solution for inclusive and sustainable community housing
A housing action plan for Fort Good Hope
Tenants’ association in the Northwest Territories to support tenants and protect housing
Effective solutions for community housing needs in Wagmatcook First Nation