ONPHA Blog

If you work in community housing, you know the stakes. You know what it takes to stretch limited resources, to innovate under pressure, and to support people with compassion and resilience.  That knowledge is powerful, and it’s needed at the decision-making table. Joining a board is a chance to shape… Read more of the article: Bring your frontline experience to the boardroom 

For tenants navigating mental health challenges, a home is more than just four walls, it’s a foundation for recovery. Ontario’s Supportive Housing Workers (SHWs) serve as crucial bridges between tenants and wellness. Inspired by ONPHA’s Supportive Housing Core Competencies course, here are five essential skills every… Read more of the article: 5 Skills for Supporting Tenants with Mental Health Challenges  

Across Ontario, non-profit housing providers are pushing boundaries, solving problems, and proving that community housing is central to a stronger, more affordable future. This fall, nearly 1,000 housing professionals will gather at the 2025 ONPHA Conference to share bold ideas, build new partnerships, and shape what comes… Read more of the article: 3 big ideas we’re bringing to the 2025 ONPHA Conference 

This article originally appeared on hubinternational.com  Non-profits are increasingly incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into their operations and communication platforms, with their integration efforts actually outpacing their private sector counterparts 58% to 47%.1 AI enables non-profits to enhance stakeholder engagement and can help them access solutions to social… Read more of the article: To unlock the potential of AI, non-profits must first know the risks

Protecting what we have  An acquisition fund is one of the most powerful tools we have to protect and preserve affordable housing. Today, Canada needs it more than ever.  Across the country, and especially Ontario, we’re facing a critical turning point in the affordable housing landscape. For every new unit… Read more of the article: The Power of a National Acquisition Fund 

Building tomorrow’s communities today   As housing affordability challenges continue to grow, Ontario’s community housing sector is a powerful force for innovation, resilience, and impact. Home to over 260,000 residents in more than 160,000 units – and representing more than half of Canada’s community housing stock – the sector is reshaping… Read more of the article: Ontario’s Community Housing: Ready to lead, ready to build

Key takeaways from the 2024 ONPHA Conference   The opening plenary at the 2024 ONPHA Conference sparked an urgent and wide-reaching discussion, tackling the critical question: Is community housing still relevant?   The resounding answer? Yes, now more than ever.   But the conversation revealed more than simple affirmation. Read more of the article: Why community housing is more relevant than ever 

At the heart of every thriving housing community are its tenants. They are not just residents; they are the driving force behind connection, support, and positive change. Keep reading to hear two inspiring stories that demonstrate how tenant leadership makes housing communities thrive. Sowing seeds of change Birchmount Community Action… Read more of the article: Tenants Leading Community Transformation

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 

Dear Member Support, as a community housing provider, how can my organization decide what to charge for market rent?  Read more of the article: Ask Member Support: How do we set market rents in community housing?