In the heart of Brantford and Brant Country, a story of community-driven change unfolds. ONPHA member Hotinohsioni Incorporated, known as Brantford Native Housing (BNH), is a thriving hub of Indigenous life, radiating cultural pride and empowerment. Read more of the article: Beyond shelter: The story of Brantford Native Housing
Ottawa Community Housing (OCH) weaves sustainability into the fabric of how we serve our communities. One standout example of this commitment is our long-running tire recycling program, which has kept over 16,000 tires out of landfills since 2012. Read more of the article: From waste to resource
reKINdle aims to address the marginalization faced by older LGBTQ2+ adults living in Waterloo Region as they access community services and housing. We caught up with the project leads from SPECTRUM and Community Justice Initiatives to learn how they worked together to bring this innovative program to life. Read more of the article: reKINdle: Community support for older LGBTQ2+ adults
With changes to RGI taking effect and eligibility for tax credits and benefits on the line, it’s especially important that community housing residents file their taxes annually. Read on to learn about community volunteer tax clinics and how they can benefit both tenants and housing providers. Read more of the article: Volunteer tax clinics: Benefits for tenants and housing providers
Clear communication skills are essential for housing providers. Read on to learn about the communication process and get tips on delivering information clearly and in a sensitive manner. Read more of the article: Understanding the communication process: Skills for housing providers
How can housing providers continue to operate safely and successfully as the pandemic wears on? We recently gathered housing providers from across the province and the country to discuss their successes, lessons learned, and their plans for the future. Read more of the article: COVID-19: Lessons learned and where do we go from here?
Learn how supportive housing providers are adapting to meet the needs of their communities during COVID-19. Read more of the article: Providing tenant supports during COVID-19: provider practices
While necessary, social distancing restrictions are proving difficult for many. We talked to community housing providers across Ontario to see what they’re doing to keep tenants connected and informed while helping to reduce social isolation. Read more of the article: Maintaining tenant engagement and building community under social distancing
The use of recreational and medical cannabis has raised a number of questions for non-profit housing providers. To help clear up some of the confusion, we're answering your most common questions on this issue. Read more of the article: Clearing up the Confusion about Cannabis Pt. 2
The use of recreational and medical cannabis is a hot topic in Ontario right now, and it has raised a number of questions for non-profit housing providers. To help clear up some of the confusion, we're answering your most common questions on the issue. Read more of the article: Clearing up the Confusion about Cannabis Pt.1
