Growth

Impact of tariffs on housing: Upcoming shock and solutions
The newly imposed tariffs risk triggering job losses, reducing purchasing power, and slowing down construction. With rising inflation and stagnant wages, more and more Canadians will struggle with housing affordability, […]

From shelter to housing: Evangel Hall Mission’s vision
For over a century, Evangel Hall Mission (EHM) has been a beacon of hope and support for Toronto’s most vulnerable residents. Rooted in a commitment to social justice, EHM has […]

Unlocking growth in community housing: A new vision for the future
As someone deeply rooted in Canada’s community housing sector, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing its incredible potential to address some of our most pressing challenges. Over the years, I’ve […]

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 […]

Transforming community housing in Nunavut: the impact of strategic funding
Housing challenges in Nunavut have long underscored the need for innovative and community-centric solutions. The Northern Housing Report by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), published in early 2024, […]

Achieving 20% community housing: a realistic and necessary goal
Last month, members of the Réseau québécois des OSBL d’habitation (RQOH) and key players in the sector convened at the “Parce que l’avenir nous habite” symposium. This pivotal event highlighted […]

The PLANCHER Fund – First annual general meeting
The first annual general meeting of the PLANCHER Fund was held on November 4, 2024, in person in the City of Quebec and online. Attendance was high, bringing together key […]

Case study: strengths and sustainability challenges in Alberta’s community housing sector
In the spring of 2024, the Centre invited members of the Alberta Seniors & Community Housing Association (ASCHA) to evaluate their organizations using the Organizational Compass. This exercise was not […]

Towards 20%: perspectives from abroad for Quebec’s housing sector
The recent Journées d’étude internationales sur le logement social et communautaire in Montreal gathered numerous Quebec leaders from the community housing sector, united by a common goal: to find sustainable […]