Serving our Members
Despite the difficulties caused by the current pandemic, CHRA remains open and continues to provide service to our members. Although CHRA staff are working remotely from home during the current crisis, we are still connected virtually and will respond to any inquiries or requests for assistance. Click below for a list of the CHRA staff and our contact information. As well, consult our COVID-19 response page to stay updated on measures being taken as a response to the pandemic.
News
Pledge to Vote Housing in the next federal election!
Jun 24, 2021
The Canadian Housing and Renewal Association along with members of a national coalition officially launched the Vote Housing campaign on June 17. CHRA is proud to have partnered with the Co-Operative Housing Federation of Canada, the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness and the Canadian Lived Experience Leadership Network to shape what is expected to be the largest housing advocacy campaign in Canadian history—together,…
House of Commons Standing Committee Issues Final Report on Urban, Rural and Northern Indigenous Housing
May 28, 2021
On Wednesday, the House of Commons Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities (HUMA) released its long awaited report on urban, rural and northern Indigenous housing. The Committee received representations from dozens of witnesses over the past several months, including CHRA staff and members of the CHRA…
CHRA Welcomes New Board President and Salutes Past President
May 10, 2021
During the Annual General Meeting on May 10, it was announced that Tim Crooks, CEO of Phoenix Youth in Halifax, Nova Scotia, will take on the role as the new CHRA Board President. Tim’s term as President will take place over two years. As well, the CHRA membership also expressed its gratitude to Kevin Albers, CEO…
CHRA Becomes National Coordinator for Chartered Institute of Housing Canada
Apr 27, 2021
The Canadian Housing and Renewal Association (CHRA) is proud to announce that it has entered into a partnership agreement with the Chartered Institute of Housing Canada (CIH Canada) whereby CHRA will serve as the new national coordinator for CIH Canada, effective May 1, 2021. The new partnership was announced today by CHRA Board President Kevin Albers…