Resource 1: Closing the Indigenous housing gap

This report by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) examines the housing disparities faced by Indigenous people living off-reserve in Canada compared to non-Indigenous populations. It highlights significant issues in housing affordability, adequacy, and suitability, and estimates the financial requirements to address these gaps. The report underscores the importance of culturally safe, trauma-informed housing solutions and Indigenous-led collaborations. This resource is useful for housing cooperatives, non-profit housing providers, and policymakers. Topics include: housing affordability, Indigenous housing, and policy recommendations.