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Air Leakage Control for Multi-Unit Residential Buildings
2020 Rent Supplement Portfolio Report
Who Does What?
Inspection season starts this month
In the coming months, a property-inspection firm hired by the Agency will be reaching out to some coops to set up a time for an inspection. Each year, a sub-set of Agency clients welcomes an inspector to conduct a visual inspection of their property.
If your routine inspection was scheduled for
A Reminder About Building Condition Assessments
As your buildings age over time, it’s important to know what will need to be fixed and when. Not to mention how much it will cost.
That’s where a building condition assessment (BCA) report comes in.
What is a Building Condition Assessment?
A BCA is a report prepared by a qualified consultant who
Investing in Longevity: Stonetown Co-op's Capital Repairs Pay Off
It’s no secret that, like all things, buildings wear down over time and need to get fixed up. But undertaking major repairs isn't just about replacing what's broken; it's an investment in the longevity, functionality and overall appeal of our living spaces.
Whether you’re revamping a tired façade
A Regional Energy Coach: CHF Canada’s Brave New Idea
Introducing Irfaan Hasham, CHF Canada’s new Regional Energy Coach (REC)!
Many of CHF Canada’s member co-ops are looking to improve their energy efficiency. Now there’s expert help available. Irfaan can recommend building work that will help you save money on energy. He can also guide you towards a
Action Plan: Planning to Act! - Updated from 18 October 2021
“Failing to plan means planning to fail.” We’ve all heard someone say that. Planning is hard, important work, but it’s just got easier owing to some help from the Agency.
Timing
CMHC’s Rental Assistance Program (FCHI-2) requires co-ops to complete an Action Plan covering their next three years
Tip of the Month
Vacancy Loss
The number of Agency clients reporting vacancy losses of more than $250 per unit per year has fallen 50% since 2007. While vacancy rates are local, these numbers show good management.