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3 2016 ONPHA CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW
NAVIGATING
THE CONFERENCE
We’ve created new streams to reflect the key areas of
non-profit housing management.
THE BASICS
New to the housing sector or looking for a
refresher? Get clear and concise information on
topics that will help your day-to-day housing
operations.
OUR ASSETS
Managing the bricks and mortar is a key
component of what you do. Gain the knowledge
and tools you need to plan for and maintain a
solid infrastructure.
OUR ORGANIZATIONS
Explore new ideas and best practices for the
day-to-day running and future of your non-profit
housing business.
OUR COMMUNITIES
Ensure you have what you need to work well
with staff, volunteers and tenants, and with your
communities.
OUR FUTURE
Explore, discuss and participate in planning for
the future of the non-profit housing sector.
We’ve developed new session formats to cater to a variety
of different learning styles.
LEARN
Practical knowledge sessions featuring lecture-style
presentations, with opportunity for Q&A.
SHARE
Case studies that provide examples of projects and/
or programs that non-profit housing providers have
launched in their communities, and the outcomes of
these initiatives. A combination of presentation, group
discussion and Q&A.
PRACTICE
Interactive presentation, which allows attendees to
participate in a workshop activity or discussion and receive
feedback from their peers and the instructor(s).
EXPLORE
Delegates will go offsite for a tour or site visit by foot
or bus. Experience non-profit housing communities
first-hand!
IMAGINE
A deep dive exploration of challenging issues facing the
sector that will be used to inform ONPHA’s future work.
For experienced housing professionals and
board members.
HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE
Turn to “Conference at a glance” on page 4 to see the full conference schedule,
including sessions and social events. Circle which sessions you have registered for on Friday
and Saturday, then turn to to find further details about your Friday sessions and
for your Saturday sessions, including descriptions and room locations. If you pre-
registered for the Conference online, you can also find this information on your nametag.
SESSION FORMATS STREAMS