The Toronto Community Housing hope to positively impact the lives and experiences of Black tenants and staff. Learn about their strategy to embed an anti-Black racism lens into all aspects of their work. Read more of the article: Confronting Black Problems: An Interdisciplinary Approach
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COVID-19’s knock-on effects — the labour shortage and declining employee engagement — will require organizations to make wellbeing a guiding principle for their teams. Here are a few trends we expect to see in 2022. Read more of the article: Meeting the new demands of a new workforce in 2022
If we want to see positive change in our workplaces and in our sector, ensuring equal representation at the leadership level can be a great place to start. Learn about how you can help build a culture of inclusion within your own organization. Read more of the article: Building a culture of inclusion within your organization
See how 3 housing organizations are leading the way in the community housing sector for anti-racism work Read more of the article: Implementing Anti-Racist Initiatives in your Organization
Black History Month is one opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Black Canadians who make our country great. It's also a time for growth and learning. We've compiled resources that can help grow our understanding of Black history and the issues facing Black communities today. Read more of the article: Black History Month: Learn and Grow
A look at the work being done by the Complex Tenancies team at TCHC's newly created Tenancy Resolution Office. Read more of the article: Supporting Tenants with Complex Needs: An example by the Toronto Community Housing Corporation
The temporary emergency COVID-19 benefits received by some tenants have raised questions around calculating rent-geared-to-income. ONPHA's member support team explains best practice for housing providers. Read more of the article: Ask Member Support: Rent-geared-to-income and COVID-19 benefits
Stocking up on supplies in the New Year? Consider an important best practice and choose delivery over drop-in. Read on to find out why. Read more of the article: Purchasing Tip: Choose Delivery over Drop-In
Workplace burnout is high. Take your team from exhausted to engaged with these four success drivers. Read more of the article: How to lead successful teams in challenging times
Ontario's Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA) took effect in October 2021. Non-profits now have three years to comply. In this blog takeover, learn more about the ONCA, compliance, and important resources to help you transition. Read more of the article: Moving to Ontario’s Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA): Practical considerations