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From community youth to changemaker 

March 30, 2025
Trevaun Douglas coaching basketball to two youths at Toronto Community Housing

The inspiring story of Trevaun Douglas Ontario’s community housing sector thrives on the energy and vision of its young leaders, and Trevaun Douglas is a shining example of what this new generation can achieve. As a Program Coordinator for the Community Economic Development Team at Toronto… Read more of the article: From community youth to changemaker 

Building Pathways Out of Homelessness  

March 18, 2025
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Fred Victor’s Transitional Housing Program  Toronto, a city known for its skyscrapers, also grapples with the persistent and urgent challenge of homelessness. Driven by a century-long commitment, ONPHA member Fred Victor has been at the forefront of tackling this issue, providing innovative solutions that address not… Read more of the article: Building Pathways Out of Homelessness  

Breaking barriers: Building a generation of future surgeons

March 11, 2025
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Building a generation of future surgeons In the corridors of Canadian medical institutions, a disparity has persisted: the underrepresentation of Black and minority doctors and surgeons. Today, that narrative is being rewritten by Toronto Community Housing Corporation’s (TCHC) The Next Surgeon Program.   “It may surprise you… Read more of the article: Breaking barriers: Building a generation of future surgeons

Better Buildings: A Guide to Financing Housing Retrofits for Ontario Non-Profits

January 15, 2024
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Find out how to secure the right financing to make your current or next retrofit project a success. Read more of the article: Better Buildings: A Guide to Financing Housing Retrofits for Ontario Non-Profits

Looking Ahead to 2023: Working Together for a Better Future

January 4, 2023

As we enter the new year of 2023, I would like to take a moment to wish all of our members a happy and prosperous new year. I hope that you have had the opportunity to take some time to relax and enjoy the holidays with your… Read more of the article: Looking Ahead to 2023: Working Together for a Better Future

3 Tips to Help Recruit and Retain Leaders in Community Housing

March 28, 2022

As boards plan for a complex and ever-changing future, how can current leaders attract and keep directors with the skills, experience, and passion needed to lead the organization? Here are 3 great tips we learned at the 2021 ONPHA Conference. Read more of the article: 3 Tips to Help Recruit and Retain Leaders in Community Housing

Implementing Anti-Racist Initiatives in your Organization

February 3, 2022

See how 3 housing organizations are leading the way in the community housing sector for anti-racism work Read more of the article: Implementing Anti-Racist Initiatives in your Organization

Black History Month: Learn and Grow

January 31, 2022
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Black History Month is one opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Black Canadians who make our country great. It's also a time for growth and learning. We've compiled resources that can help grow our understanding of Black history and the issues facing Black communities today. Read more of the article: Black History Month: Learn and Grow

Supporting Tenants with Complex Needs: An example by the Toronto Community Housing Corporation

January 24, 2022

A look at the work being done by the Complex Tenancies team at TCHC's newly created Tenancy Resolution Office. Read more of the article: Supporting Tenants with Complex Needs: An example by the Toronto Community Housing Corporation

ONPHA’s 2022 New Year’s Resolutions

December 22, 2021
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2022 is almost here! We're celebrating the achievements of 2021, and looking to the future. Take a look at our New Year's resolutions and get a sneak peak at what's coming down the pipe at ONPHA! Read more of the article: ONPHA’s 2022 New Year’s Resolutions

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