2019: Our Year in Photos
It was a productive year for the association. See what we accomplished together with our members in 2019!
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Read MoreAsk member support: Odours affecting tenants’ right to reasonable enjoyment
I am having an issue with odours coming from a unit in the building I manage. The smell of cat urine is extremely pervasive even in the hallway outside this unit – it’s overpowering even when you’re just walking past. I am keen to respect the tenant’s rights, but I have received numerous complaints from others about the odour.
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Read MoreCreating and preserving healthy communities: the impact of community housing
It’s no secret that Ontario is facing an affordable housing shortage. How does the housing crisis impact our communities and how can the community housing sector help mitigate its effects?
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Read MoreSelf-care: simple ways to start managing stress
Taking time for oneself can seem like a big ask when you’re busy with work, your home life or any number of things you might be juggling, but self-care doesn’t have to be complicated. It’s helpful to think of self-care as simple habits you can adopt to keep yourself happy, healthy, and mentally sharp.
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Read MoreMindfulness: a tool for reducing workplace stress
Studies show that practicing mindfulness can reduce stress in the workplace and help increase overall quality of life.
We spoke to Trish Tutton, Mindfulness Teacher and speaker at the 2019 ONPHA Conference, to find out more about mindfulness and its benefits.
Most recent articles
Congratulations to our 2019 ONPHA Award winners!
Find out more about who was honoured for their amazing work in the sector.
Top 5 Community Housing Myths (and Why They’re Bogus)
Myths about community housing exist, but they’re often wrong. We’ve compiled the top 5 here.
Four Important Efficiencies Gained by Using Integrated Software
Integrated software can make life easier for non-profit housing providers. Learn how.
ONPHA’s Federal Election Analysis
Justin Trudeau has a new minority government, but what does it mean for housing? What could happen to the National Housing Strategy?
5 Survival Tips for the ONPHA Conference
Did you know that 2019 marks ONPHA’s 31st annual Conference? Whether you’re a Conference veteran who’s been...
Modular Construction – The Perfect Fit for Affordable Housing
Each night in Ontario, 12,000 people find themselves homeless. Across Canada, that number is 30,000. These...
Social Housing Applicant & Waitlist Technologies
Technology is transforming the way social housing providers manage properties. The technological...
3 Things Housing Providers Need to Know This Election
It’s voting season across Canada. Here’s 3 things housing providers should know heading in to Canada’s 43rd election.
Member Experience: Navigating the National Housing Co-Investment Fund
The YWCA Hamilton share their experience as one of the first organization’s to navigate the funding process of the National Housing Co-Investment Fund – New Construction Stream
Making the Case for Community Housing: 2019 Pre-Budget Submission
ONPHA recently submitted and presented our 2019 Ontario pre-budget recommendations to the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs. Read our 5 recommendations to drive housing solutions.
How Employment Standards are changing under the ‘Making Ontario Open for Business Act’
Read on for an overview of some of the most relevant changes for non-profit housing employers.
Our 2018 Photo Album
In 2018 ONPHA turned 30! Take a look at all we accomplished together over the past year.
Five Big Ideas for Housing Now
5 housing experts share their number one idea for what we can do right now to ease our housing pressures.
Championing Indigenous Housing Strategies
ONPHA’s Urban Aboriginal Housing Advisory Committee hosted a full-day Ontario Indigenous Housing Provider Gathering. Learn more about the challenges and potential solutions that were discussed, and ONPHA’s next steps.