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In 2017, the Agency took on the responsibility of managing Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)’s Rent Supplement Program. A few months later, we launched our brand new On-line Rent Supplement Claims System (RS System), ending the use of outdated paper forms. Almost two years in, we are

For the first time, starting in June 2019, the Agency’s Board of Directors will include two directors already serving on the Board of CHF Canada.

Tom Clement is the long-time executive director of the Co-operative Housing Federation of Toronto. Tom is well known to Ontario co-op members and

Over the past 15 years, the Agency has worked with a number of co-operatives facing serious and complex financial challenges. Effective solutions can be difficult to achieve. They demand flexibility and an enormous commitment to positive change from everyone involved. At the Agency, nothing makes us

The Agency has developed a new information source that can guide your co-op as you navigate to the end of your CMHC agreement. The web page we’ve called Your Expiring Operating Agreement will help you chart the best course as your co-op embarks on its new chapter. Serving as an information hub, the

The Agency never imagined a pandemic when it drew up its model Management Services Agreement. We developed it for co-ops to use when they hire a company to manage their property without the need to be on site. The goal was to set out clear expectations for both the co-op and the management company

Maintenance costs are a big part of your co-op’s annual budget. Unlike with your mortgage, insurance and property taxes, you can decide to cut your maintenance costs. And we usually think that lower costs are better.

But wait! With maintenance costs, lower might not be better. Lower maintenance

It’s no surprise that co-operatives are a natural fit for sustainable development, and a major contributor to it. After all, co-ops are active in many different global industries, including finance, housing, agriculture and energy, to name a few. Governed by seven guiding principles, co-operatives

You’ve already followed us on Facebook and LinkedIn, so why not check us out on Twitter? The Agency is looking to connect with our clients and their members in yet another way. It takes just one click to stay up-to-date with co-op resources, success stories and sustainability ideas. You can follow

How does your co-op really feel about the Agency? Inquiring minds want to know. Every few years the Agency reaches out to all our clients to touch base with you about our service—and our services. To make sure you can be frank with us, we hire a professional research firm that treats your individual