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Ontario’s recently passed Rental Fairness Act makes several amendments to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA), many of which will impact the day-to-day operations of non-profit housing providers. Keep reading to find out what you need to know now, and other changes to expect. Read more of the article: Changes to the Residential Tenancies Act
Here are the top things that ONPHA thinks non-profit housing providers should know about what was, and wasn’t, in Budget 2017. Read more of the article: A missed opportunity for non-profit housing
After trying to work with one of my tenants to solve their arrears, they have become increasingly hostile towards me and other staff. The last time they came to the office, they used abusive language. I’m scared it could escalate to physical violence. What can I do to protect myself and my staff? Read more of the article: Member support question: Violent tenants
In our sector, a ‘workplace’ can look like many things – offices, outdoor spaces, on the road, residential settings or a bit of everything. Follow these tips from Staples Business Advantage to promote a safe working environment whatever shape that may take. Read more of the article: Four ways to promote a safe working environment
It’s time to celebrate and share our success stories, big and small. Help us recognize and shine a spotlight on the great work happening across our sector by submitting a nomination for an ONPHA award. Read more of the article: What does success look like in non-profit housing?
Save the date for this year’s Conference and Trade Show taking place November 3-5 in Niagara Falls. In 2017, let’s use our knowledge to create the future we want for our sector! Read more of the article: Join us in Shaping our Future at the 2017 ONPHA Conference
Safe work procedures will help you prevent accidents and avoid significant fines. Read more about how you can ensure your procedures on electrical safety are compliant. Read more of the article: Electrical Safety: Is it time to review your procedures?
Housing providers need to have safe operating procedures in place in order to prepare staff to effectively participate in fire prevention. Read these tips on what to include. Read more of the article: Fire Safety: What to include in safe work procedures
Not all workplace injuries are immediately obvious. Some injuries develop over time and symptoms may not show up until later. Learn how to protect workers from common injuries before they become serious health and safety concerns in the future. Read more of the article: Act now to prevent future workplace injuries
Do you know what to do when you find a needle, syringe, or other “sharp” in your community? As a landlord, you need to know to safely handle these materials to protect your tenants and staff. Read more of the article: What would you do? Handling ‘sharps’ in your community
