Integrated software can make life easier for non-profit housing providers. Learn how. Read more of the article: Four Important Efficiencies Gained by Using Integrated Software
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Justin Trudeau has a new minority government, but what does it mean for housing? What could happen to the National Housing Strategy? Read more of the article: ONPHA’s Federal Election Analysis
How to survive an ONPHA Conference Did you know that 2019 marks ONPHA’s 31st annual Conference? Whether you’re a Conference veteran who’s been with us since the beginning, or you’re new to the community housing sector, follow these tips to get the most out of your experience. 1. Get… Read more of the article: 5 Survival Tips for the ONPHA Conference
Each night in Ontario, 12,000 people find themselves homeless. Across Canada, that number is 30,000. These individuals are in desperate need of housing, but the need for affordable solutions goes even further – to students, seniors, Indigenous communities and families who are simply priced out of their local market. Read more of the article: Modular Construction – The Perfect Fit for Affordable Housing
Technology is transforming the way social housing providers manage properties. The technological advancements that have already transformed financials and operations are now automating resident-based transactions. The results are increased efficiencies for clients and greater empowerment for staff. Online social housing applications are a great example of this emerging technology. Read more of the article: Social Housing Applicant & Waitlist Technologies
It's voting season across Canada. Here's 3 things housing providers should know heading in to Canada's 43rd election. Read more of the article: 3 Things Housing Providers Need to Know This Election
The YWCA Hamilton share their experience as one of the first organization's to navigate the funding process of the National Housing Co-Investment Fund - New Construction Stream Read more of the article: Member Experience: Navigating the National Housing Co-Investment Fund
ONPHA recently submitted and presented our 2019 Ontario pre-budget recommendations to the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs. Read our 5 recommendations to drive housing solutions. Read more of the article: Making the Case for Community Housing: 2019 Pre-Budget Submission
Read on for an overview of some of the most relevant changes for non-profit housing employers. Read more of the article: How Employment Standards are changing under the ‘Making Ontario Open for Business Act’
In 2018 ONPHA turned 30! Take a look at all we accomplished together over the past year. Read more of the article: Our 2018 Photo Album