For many of us it's been two years of Zoom calls and Facetime. As restrictions lift, are you ready for in-person networking again? Here are some tips to help. Read more of the article: Get ready for in-person networking
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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: 5 reasons why you should nominate for the ONPHA Awards
The 2022 Federal Budget was released on April 7. Read ONPHA's initial response to the new investments in affordable housing. Read more of the article: ONPHA’s initial response: 2022 Federal Budget
Every development project faces at least some resistance. What steps can you take to attract allies and manage relationships well for a successful project? Read on! Read more of the article: Before you build the housing, build support
Ontario has released the long-awaited regulatory changes under the Housing Services Act, 2011. Read ONPHA's initial analysis of the new framework, which sets the stage for the future of our sector. Read more of the article: ONPHA’s initial analysis: New community housing regulatory framework
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
Element5 are taking over the blog to share about a sustainable, Ontario-grown affordable housing solution using modular design and solid wood. Read more of the article: Who knew? Affordable Housing Grows on Trees
It's not easy to find time to spring clean our workspaces when the community housing sector keeps us so busy! These tips can help make it easy for us to get organized for spring. Read more of the article: Loose papers, tangled cords, and yesterday’s leftovers, OH MY! Time to spring clean your workspace.
WomanACT share their new research on housing options that enable survivors to remain in their home with the perpetrator removed. Read more of the article: Expanding housing options for survivors of intimate partner violence: Five key findings
Under Bill 184, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing is proposing changes to the Housing Services Act. Check out what's new and what you need to know. Read more of the article: A guide to understand what’s changing under the Housing Services Act