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Affordable housing powered by the sun
Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, has just welcomed a transformative new addition to its housing landscape: the city’s first purpose-built, all-ages affordable housing complex,the Muriel Ross Abdurahman Court. This development is part […]
Shape the future of community housing in Newfoundland and Labrador
This sector-wide effort aims to contribute to the conversation shaping future services, funding and investments.
Groundwork: accelerating social purpose real estate projects
The Community Housing Transformation Centre partnered with the Infrastructure Institute at the University of Toronto and United Way Greater Toronto to launch the Social Purpose Real Estate (SPRE) National Accelerator. […]
Rethinking how we live: Cohousing in rural Quebec
Rural communities in Quebec are facing growing challenges such as social isolation, a shortage of affordable housing and an aging population. In response, new forms of housing are emerging as […]
The crossroads: Not a choice. A plan.
Homelessness is no longer on the margins. It’s in every city, town, and rural region. Tent encampments. Overflowing shelters. Waitlists that stretch endlessly. Many community housing organizations feel helpless, unsupported, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Building a bold future for community housing: Innovation, equity, and sustainability
The community housing sector stands at a crossroads. With pressing housing shortages and a growing population, the need for innovation has never been greater. But this isn’t a challenge to […]