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International Women’s Day

International Women’s DayMarch 08

As March 8 marks International Women’s Day, we’re recognizing the leadership, contributions, and impact of...

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Employee Appreciation Day: Strong Co-ops Start with Strong Staff

Employee Appreciation Day: Strong Co-ops Start with Strong StaffMarch 06

On this Employee Appreciation Day, we celebrate the dedicated staff who keep our co-ops strong, stable, and community focused....

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Black History Month: Compass Nova Scotia Co-operative Homes

Black History Month: Compass Nova Scotia Co-operative HomesFebruary 20

As we mark Black History Month, we recognize the enduring strength, leadership, and community-building legacy...

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Honouring Black Leadership Across Generations — From Community Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries

Honouring Black Leadership Across Generations — From Community Builders to Tomorrow’s VisionariesFebruary 12

Co-operative housing in Canada has always been rooted in shared values of inclusion, collective care,...

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Events

25Aug

6:00-7:00PM EST New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call!...

29Sep

6:00-7:00PM EST New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call!...

27Oct

6:00-7:00PM EST New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call!...

24Nov

6:00-7:00PM EST New CHF Canada members are invited to participate in our monthly Membership Call!...

Success Stories and Social Feed

Success Stories

Innovative. Diverse. Democratic.
Find out why 250,000 people in Canada call housing co-ops home.

  • Stanley Knowles Co-op
    Stanley Knowles Co-op
    Toronto seniors enjoy a diverse community
    Flanked by condo towers in the dynamic Yonge-Eglinton neighborhood of Toronto, the co-op’s 103 units are home to a diverse community, 2/3 of whom are seniors.
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  • Fraserview Co-op
    Fraserview Co-op
    Beautiful new riverside co-op helps address Vancouver’s housing crunch.
    Developed in partnership with the City, this innovative project will provide affordable community housing desperately needed in a region with sky-high rents and real estate.
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  • Sundance Housing Co-op
    Sundance Housing Co-op
    Dedicated to sustainable living
    After operating for more than 40 years, this Edmonton co-op has begun a deep energy retrofit project.
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  • Tamil Co-operative Homes
    Tamil Co-operative Homes
    Community Spirit
    Once a haven for Tamil refugees, today this co-op welcomes immigrants from many countries and is considered not just an affordable stop but a permanent home.
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  • Unified Saint John Housing Co-op
    Unified Saint John Housing Co-op
    Co-operation Among Co-ops – Mergers
    The biggest merger in Canadian co-op housing history began with the desire for a stronger voice, financial sustainability and more opportunities for engagement.
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  • Hugh Garner Housing Co-op
    Hugh Garner Housing Co-op
    Planning and Advocacy
    This forward-looking community engaged politicians, ministers and other decision-makers to the benefit of thousands of housing co-op members across the country.
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✅ Advocacy win! The federal government has committed to extending federal rental assistance for five years beyond 2028. Thank you to the many co-op members who championed this cause through CHF Canada's You Hold the Key campaign.

Read more: https://chfcanada.coop/breaking-news-you-hold-the-key-campaign-secures-extension-of-federal-rental-assistance/

73% of Canadians say co-op and non-profit housing can help solve the housing crisis. It is time to scale what works. Read more:

2 days ago

CHF Canada
✅ Advocacy win! After months of action by co-op members across Canada, the federal government has committed to extending the Federal Community Housing Initiative for five years beyond 2028. This announcement brings greater certainty to thousands of households that rely on rental assistance to remain in their housing co-operatives and helps co-ops continue providing stable, affordable homes in mixed-income communities. We are especially grateful to the many co-op members who participated in CHF Canada's You Hold the Key campaign by writing letters, contacting elected officials, shared their stories, and championing the need for long-term support. Together, we demonstrated the power of collective advocacy. Read our full news release here: chfcanada.coop/breaking-news-you-hold-the-key-campaign-secures-extension-of-federal-rental-assist... ... See MoreSee Less
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