Building Beyond Housing: Robert Byers on Indigenous Leadership, the Caucus, and the Future of FIBI 10 Sep 2026 Vena Beckford, Director of Indigenous Housing Policy and Programs As part of our ongoing series highlighting Indigenous housing leaders from across the country, I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Robert Byers, President and CEO…

Supportive Housing and Beyond: What We Heard at CHRA Congress 2026 August 6, 2016 Kenneth Milner, Director of Policy & Government Relations At the 2026 CHRA Congress, we hosted a workshop called Supportive Housing and Beyond: Shaping the Next National Housing Strategy. The session brought together approximately 80 participants from across the community housing sector…

Housing on the Hill 2026: Why this is the year to show up 16 Jul 2026 Kenneth Milner, Director of Policy & Government Relations A critical moment for housing deserves a critical mass on the Hill. Housing on the Hill Day is back on Thursday, September 24, and the timing could not matter more. CHRA’s…

National Housing Strategy 2.0: It’s a big deal 30 Jun 2026 Ray Sullivan, Executive Director I was lucky enough to participate in some of the consultations for the first National Housing Strategy (NHS) a decade ago. It was exciting – the federal government was about to jump back into non-market community housing[1] after a long…

Beyond a Roof: Creating housing in which 2SLGBTQI+ communities can thrive 25 Jun 2026 Mel Willerth, Senior Manager of Education, CHRA and CIH Canada At CHRA’s most recent 2SLGBTQIA Community of Practice meeting, we discussed how to build shelters that are welcoming to all within the community. The main takeaway is likely an obvious one:…

Building with Purpose: Christin Swim on culture, community, and creating opportunity 11 Jun 2026 Vena Beckford, Director of Indigenous Housing Policy and Programs In recognition of National Indigenous History Month, we’re highlighting Indigenous housing leaders whose work is creating lasting change in communities across the country. I recently had the opportunity to sit down with…

Building the Future of Housing Through Mentorship 27 May 2026 Julie Guimont More than a networking opportunity, HPMP is designed to strengthen the future of Canada’s housing sector by connecting emerging professionals with experienced leaders who can offer guidance, perspective, and support. The program creates space for honest conversations, leadership development, and meaningful sector-wide connection.…

Building the Future of Housing Through Mentorship 27 May 2026 Julie Guimont More than a networking opportunity, HPMP is designed to strengthen the future of Canada’s housing sector by connecting emerging professionals with experienced leaders who can offer guidance, perspective, and support. The program creates space for honest conversations, leadership development, and meaningful sector-wide connection.…

CHRA Takes St. John’s: 2026 Congress wrap-up 14 May 2026 Leah Blunden, Senior Manager of Communications and Member Engagement From April 20-22, we hosted approximately 650 attendees, speakers, tradeshow exhibitors, and sponsors for the 2026 CHRA Congress in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. Congress attendance has been steadily increasing since we returned to in-person events in…