Community Housing Transformation Initiative
Empowering community housing providers in their transition to a new operating environment
Ontario’s Community Housing Renewal Framework Initiative introduced significant changes to the Housing Services Act, 2011 that came into effect on July 1, 2022.
As non-profit housing providers transition into new funding agreements following the expiration of their current mortgages or operating agreements, they will face a new operating environment. We anticipate it will take 5-8 years for every provider to enter into their new funding agreement, leading to a comprehensive transformation of the sector.
The Community Housing Transformation Initiative
This initiative helps ONPHA members navigate the new legislation and make informed, strategic decisions. Our goal is to ensure every community housing provider is well-equipped to transition smoothly into the new regulatory framework.
Join us as we navigate this evolving landscape and step into a new operating environment for housing providers.
Resources for community housing providers
Preparing for negotiations with your service manager is key as you approach your new funding agreement. These guidance documents will help you get started:
Community Housing Renewal Strategy Transformation Guide
Follow us through our five-stage process to help create a smoother transition into the new operating environment once your funding agreement expires.
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Ontario’s New Community Housing Regulatory Framework – FAQ 3.0
Get the answers to the most Frequently Asked Questions. Plus, get a list of readiness questions you can ask yourself as you begin this journey.
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Technical Backgrounder: End of Operating Agreements and Mortgages
Get a better understanding of what happens at the end of a community housing project’s operating agreement and/or mortgage.
DownloadTemplates for housing providers
Housing providers looking for help with an upcoming negotiation related to the end of their funding agreements can fill out our intake form to access ONPHA’s Service Agreement & Exit Agreement templates. Once you fill out the form, our Member Experience team will send you the template within 2 business days.
Sector Transformation Enterprise Program
ONPHA members looking for additional support in their transition can access our Sector Transformation Enterprise Program (STEP) to work with pre-vetted, qualified consultants at a reduced cost.
Tips to help you navigate your negotiations
Our goal with the Community Housing Transformation Initiative is to guide housing providers and service managers as they transition into the new agreements. Is your organization’s mortgage or operating agreement expiring soon? Follow these steps to help you navigate your negotiations:
Set up a board meeting now and work together through the steps below. Download our guide today for a more in-depth look.
Step 1: Self-reflection
Consider the following questions: Who are you as an organization? What are your goals and objectives for stability and growth? What does your future look like?
Step 2: Understand your options
Learn the definitions and options available and take advantage of our templates to prepare for your negotiations.
Step 3: Set a strategy
Develop a comprehensive strategy for how you will engage with your funding partner (most likely your service manager). Consider the following questions: What does your future look like? What do you want your negotiation to looks like? And, ultimately, what do you want your new funding agreement to look like?
Step 4: Get extra support
Explore our STEP program and work with an expert to help you navigate this process.
Additional resources
The current Housing Services Act, 2011 funding formula allows for a negative operating subsidy. As providers reach the end of mortgages or operating agreements, they will not see the benefits of being mortgage free, either for ongoing operations or renewal of their capital assets. This document provides a look at… Read More
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Get a better understanding of what happens at the end of a community housing project’s operating agreement and/or mortgage.
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Get the answers to the most Frequently Asked Questions. Plus, get a list of readiness questions you can ask yourself as you begin this journey.
Download
Follow us through our five-stage process to help create a smoother transition into the new operating environment once your funding agreement expires.
Download