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Ontario is in election mode, and a federal election may be just around the corner. Housing advocacy in an election year is crucial. With so much at stake for housing policy, now is the time for non-profit housing providers to engage with candidates and advocate for housing solutions that address the… Read more of the article: Housing advocacy in an election year
As the landscape of community housing continues to evolve—with operating agreements and mortgages ending, and a shifting political climate—we find ourselves at a pivotal moment. This transition brings with it an incredible opportunity for growth and a chance to reimagine how we address housing needs across Ontario. At ONPHA, we… Read more of the article: Building bridges to a brighter housing future
This article originally appeared on hubinternational.com Because workplace diversity has become a stated goal for organizations across North America, it’s often presumed that inclusion will follow. But that’s not the case — even highly diverse workforces aren’t necessarily inclusive. In fact, there’s a lot of confusion over… Read more of the article: Without Inclusion, Diversity Is Just Another Buzzword
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
Navigate the financing process for your next affordable housing project with this step-by-step guide. Read more of the article: Three steps to securing financing for your next affordable housing project
Dear ONPHA Members, I am excited to share with you the exciting opportunity to join ONPHA’s Board of Directors. As the Board President, I am proud to lead an organization that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and that recognizes the importance of diverse voices in shaping… Read more of the article: Seeking Diverse Voices: Join ONPHA’s Board of Directors
What better way to recognize and celebrate accomplishments than with awards of recognition? Nominations are now open until May 31! Read more of the article: Help us celebrate housing excellence with the 2023 ONPHA Awards
On March 28, the federal government released Budget 2023 A Made-in-Canada Plan: Strong Middle Class, Affordable Economy, Healthy Future. The 2023 Federal budget lacked the meaningful investments needed for affordable housing. While the budget did include a commitment of $4 billion over seven years to implement an Urban,… Read more of the article: ONPHA’s initial response: 2023 Federal Budget & 2023 Ontario Budget
Find out more about who was honoured for their amazing work in the sector. Read more of the article: Celebrating the 2022 ONPHA Award Winners
By: Emmy Kelly, Chief Operating Officer at Blue Door 2022 was both a challenging and eventful year for Blue Door, like many charities in Canada, we faced a number of challenges when it comes to addressing homelessness and poverty. Homelessness and poverty have been exacerbated by the ongoing… Read more of the article: Blue Door: A Year of Challenge and a Vision for the Future
