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SUMMARY:Housing forum: Rendez-vous de l’habitation
DESCRIPTION:  \n“UNITED for Housing” is the theme of the 19th Housing Forum and the 4th Technical Exchange\, organized by the Société d’habitation du Québec\, which will take place on November 10 and 11 at the Port of Québec Cruise Terminal.  \nOver the course of two days\, conferences and discussions will shine a spotlight on housing by giving a voice to those driving the sector forward across Quebec.  \nThe Housing Forum and the Technical Exchange are presented as two complementary events designed to share best practices and amplify the impact of initiatives.  \n19th Rendez-vous de l’habitation  \n4th Technical Forum  \nCentre Representatives: Lisa Ker and François Fayad 
URL:https://centre.support/event/273854/
LOCATION:Terminal de croisière du Port de Québec
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114
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SUMMARY:Building Partnerships Conference
DESCRIPTION:Manitoba Non-Profit Housing Association’s 14th annual Building Partnerships Conference is being held in Winnipeg from November 12-13\, 2026. Two days full of panels\, presentations\, networking and discussions from all sides of the non-profit housing sector. Presenters and panelists from across Canada will share hard-earned insights and expertise. \nThe Centre will present 2 sessions at this year’s conference: \n\nThursday\, November 12: 3:15pm – 4:30pm  RentSmart at Centennial 2\nFriday\, November 13: 9:15am – 10:30am Consolidation in the Sector at Embassy A\n\nBuilding Housing Stability: The RentSmart approach to homelessness prevention in Manitoba: Thursday\, November 12: 3:15pm – 4:30pm \nSpeakers: Teresa Guillem (The Centre) and Pam Sholdice (MNPHA\, RentSmart): \nThis session explores how RentSmart\, a train-the-trainer education model facilitated by Certified Educators\, equips communities with practical tools to support successful tenancies and reduce the risk of eviction.\nHighlights include:\n– Tools and approaches for teaching financial literacy\, communication\, conflict resolution\, and tenancy responsibilities;\n– Strategies for building community capacity through a scalable train-the-trainer model;\n– Adaptable practices and resources that can be integrated into local housing stability and eviction prevention efforts. \nFind out more about the RentSmart course offering here: https://centre.support/service/course-offering/ \nConsolidation in the Sector: Learning from Our Neighbours in Quebec:Friday\, November 13: 9:15am – 10:30am \nSpeaker: Catherine Desrochers (Director of Communications and Strategic Relations at the FOHBGI and Logéco) Facilitator:  Justin Quigley (Program Manager at the Community Housing Transformation Centre): \nIn Eastern Quebec\, several small non-profit housing organizations manage a sometimes-aging housing stock with limited resources\, making it increasingly difficult to maintain services and keep buildings in good condition. It is in this context that a structural transformation has been implemented\, led by the FOHBGI. This initiative resulted in the creation of Logéco as a central mechanism and regional safety net designed to intervene when consolidation becomes necessary\, safeguarding community housing\, preserving collective assets\, and ensuring the long-term continuity of operations for both organizations and tenants\, while pooling property management\, standardizing practices\, and strengthening professional support. It has also fostered a new culture of collaboration and solidarity across the region. \nThe discussion will explore Logéco’s journey and the key features of its model\, addressing why and when to consolidate\, the tools available to support consolidation\, and the conditions for success. \nCentre’s attendance: Teresa Guillem\, Stefanie Einfeld\, (guest: Catherine Desrochers)
URL:https://centre.support/event/building-partnerships-conference/
LOCATION:Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre\, 1808 Wellington Avenue\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114
DTSTAMP:20261106T192725Z
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SUMMARY:2026 State of Canada's Cities Summit
DESCRIPTION:Each year the Canadian Urban Institute brings together hundreds of urban professionals\, policymakers\, business leaders\, community advocates\, and academics at the State of Canada’s Cities Summit to assess the health of our cities and shape their future.  \nThe Summit is designed for:  \n\nAcademic institutions and policy leaders. \n\n\nPublic sector changemakers at any scale of impact. \n\n\nReal estate developers and private-sector innovators. \n\n\nNon-profit\, advocacy\, and community service providers. \n\n\nBusiness Improvement Areas (BIAs). \n\n\nEconomic development organizations. \n\nThis year’s CUI summit will take place in the National Capital Region.   \n Centre’s attendance: Lisa Ker\, Jaimie Cudmore\, Katherine Lapalme \n 
URL:https://centre.support/event/2026-state-of-canadas-cities-summit/
LOCATION:Rogers Centre Ottawa\, ON
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261119
DTSTAMP:20260914T202958Z
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SUMMARY:Housing Central
DESCRIPTION:Housing Central is BC’s leading affordable housing conference\, organized by BCNPHA. It brings together non-profit housing providers\, policymakers\, funders\, and community leaders for three days of learning\, collaboration\, and networking. The 2026 conference will take place November 16–18 at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre in Vancouver\, BC\, featuring keynote presentations\, breakout sessions\, and opportunities to connect with colleagues from across the sector. \nCentre’s attendance: Lisa Ker\, Executive Director – Chris Anderson\, Manager\, Community Housing Academy – Joseph Daniels\, Development manager \n  \n 
URL:https://centre.support/event/housing-central/
LOCATION:Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre\, 1000 Burrard St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6Z 2R9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T141500
DTSTAMP:20261020T184136Z
CREATED:20261020T182249Z
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SUMMARY:Let’s Talk Leadership: Weathering Change Without Raising the Rent
DESCRIPTION:Join the Academy for Sustainable Innovation and four Regional Energy Coaches from across Canada to explore how climate change is affecting community housing! They’ll chat about: \n\nPreparing for Change: How retrofits and energy improvements can lower costs\, reduce emissions\, improve comfort\, and build resilience.\nKeeping Residents Safe: Ways to prepare residents\, buildings\, and operations for extreme weather.\n(Re)Building Better: How recovery and rebuilding can create safer\, more resilient homes.\nKeeping Housing Affordable: How to make climate and energy improvements without passing the cost to residents\n\n🎟️ RSVP: https://ebkdb.share.hsforms.com/2Vf78QBN8R6qT0L7NnRs0vw
URL:https://centre.support/event/climate-resilience-for-community-housing/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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LOCATION:https://centre.support/event/climate-resilience-for-community-housing/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120
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SUMMARY:Building Nova Scotia: What will it take?
DESCRIPTION:National Housing Day Summit 2026 \nHosted for the second consecutive year in Halifax by Habitat for Humanity Nova Scotia\, the 2026 National Housing Day Summit brings together leaders from across the housing sector to advance conversations\, strengthen partnerships\, and explore innovative solutions to housing supply\, affordability\, and attainable homeownership in Nova Scotia.  \nBuilding on the momentum of previous gatherings\, the summit provides a collaborative space to share ideas\, foster connections\, and turn discussions into meaningful action to address the province’s housing challenges.  \nCentre’s attendance:  Amanda R. Knight\, Dwayne Wright\, Kerri Flemming\, and Olufolake Matuluko  \n 
URL:https://centre.support/event/building-nova-scotia-what-will-it-take/
LOCATION:Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261125T150000
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SUMMARY:National Housing Day with RDN
DESCRIPTION:The Rural Development Network’s National Housing Day 2026 will take place virtually bringing together housing leaders\, researchers\, practitioners\, policymakers\, and community organizations from across Canada.  \nUnder the theme “Reimagining Housing Through Partnerships\, Innovation and Action\,” the full-day conference will feature presentations\, panel discussions\, and case studies exploring housing policy\, affordable housing solutions\, rural housing\, data and innovation\, the needs of priority groups\, and modern construction methods. The event will provide an opportunity to exchange knowledge\, discover practical approaches\, and explore collaborative solutions to advance affordable\, inclusive\, and sustainable housing in communities across Canada.  \nDate:  November 25\, 2026  \nVenue: virtual  
URL:https://centre.support/event/national-housing-day-with-rdn/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261125T160000
DTSTAMP:20261104T141516Z
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SUMMARY:Social Purpose Real Estate (SPRE) video training series launch
DESCRIPTION:The Infrastructure Institute will launch its Social Purpose Real Estate (SPRE) video training series\, made possible with the Centre’s contribution.  \nThe series provides organizations with the foundational knowledge needed to approach a new SPRE project. As essential social infrastructure\, including affordable housing and community spaces\, becomes increasingly difficult to develop across Canada\, building capacity within the sector is critical to making more social purpose real estate projects possible.  \nCentre’s attendance: Dawn Campbell
URL:https://centre.support/event/social-purpose-real-estate-spre-video-training-series-launch/
LOCATION:The Centre for Social Innovation on Spadina Avenue
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261126T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261126T140000
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SUMMARY:Get going: Growing the Canadian non-profit housing sector
DESCRIPTION:What does it take to grow a strong and sustainable community housing sector? What can Canada learn from countries where non-profit housing plays a significant role in the housing system? \n⇒ Register \nJoin economists and researchers Duncan Maclennan and Steve Pomeroy to explore the findings of a new international comparative study commissioned by the Centre. Drawing on research and interviews with 65 policy and sector leaders across the Netherlands\, Denmark\, England\, Scotland\, Ireland\, and Australia\, the study examines what has enabled non-profit housing to grow\, what could stand in the way of that growth\, and what could be adapted to the Canadian context. \nMost importantly\, it identifies concrete actions and solutions that could support the growth of community housing in Canada. \nModerated by Lisa Ker\, Executive Director of the Centre\, the discussion will explore the conditions needed for sustained sector growth nationwide. The solution goes beyond the number of housing units funded each year. A robust housing system must consider who will own these units\, who will ensure they remain affordable\, and which organizations will be able to create more of them twenty years from now. A key consideration is how Canada can move beyond funding individual projects toward building an enduring community housing system capable of growing over the long term. \nParticipants will gain insights into: \n\nWhat has enabled the non-profit housing sector to grow in 6 other countries;\nWhere Canada stands today\, and which international lessons could help strengthen the sector;\nThe conditions needed to create a pipeline for sustained growth rather than a series of individual projects;\nA list of concrete actions to be implemented for the future of the community housing sector in Canada.\n\nWhether you are a sector leader\, government official\, researcher\, or housing provider\, this webinar will provide an international perspective on how Canada can build a more effective and efficient community housing with the capacity for sustained growth. \nNote: This webinar will be offered in both English and French through simultaneous interpretation.
URL:https://centre.support/event/get-going-growing-the-canadian-non-profit-housing-sector/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/meeting/register/pruOYXlTSpGDQKZvfKO90A
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T140000
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SUMMARY:How to engage with faith-based organizations to develop community housing
DESCRIPTION:Faith communities across Canada are sitting on land and buildings with the potential to become much-needed affordable housing\, while community housing providers are looking for new opportunities to grow. Simultaneously\, faith-based organizations are having to reimagine how they steward their properties. In alignment with their values\, many are recognizing the potential for those properties to become much-needed community housing. \n⇒ Register \nTurning that potential into housing starts with identifying the right collaborations. This webinar with Renewable Cities will give you practical tools\, real-world examples\, and a clearer path for moving from an initial conversation to a strong collaboration and\, ultimately\, a viable housing project. We’ll explore questions such as: How can faith-based organizations and community housing providers work together to unlock these opportunities? What does it take to build strong partnerships before a housing project even begins? \nTo explore these questions\, join us for a conversation with Leanne Sawatzky\, Director\, and Amal Abdullah\, Project coordinator\, of Renewable Cities. This organization is working alongside faith communities and community housing developers to transform underused land into affordable housing. Julie Lebrun\, a retired Reverend\, will join the conversation to speak about The Springs\, a below-market housing project built on church land through a partnership between the church\, a non-profit housing developer and a children and family services society. Moderated by Dawn Campbell\, Development Manager at the Centre\, this session will give insights about: \n\nKey principles to guide collaborative relationships with faith-based organisations;\nThe importance of building trust with potential collaborators for project planning;\nWhich tools are available to explore organizational readiness to pursue housing development;\nA concrete example of how the collaboration of a church with a non-profit housing developer led to the creation of new affordable housing units.\n\nWhether you represent a housing provider\, a faith-based organization\, a municipality\, or a community partner\, this webinar will provide practical guidance on how to move from conversation to collaboration\, and from underused land to affordable homes. \nNote: This webinar will be offered in English and French thanks to simultaneous interpretation.
URL:https://centre.support/event/faith-based-organizations-community-housing/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/meeting/register/u-9StJjsRLuThbcHCRlNcQ
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