Community land trusts central to urban renewal for the Black community
Community land trusts central to urban renewal for the Black community From Vancouver to Halifax, new community land trusts are forming in support of affordable housing and other community-strengthening initiatives. Some of the most important are those being led by Black communities as they redress injustices and create their own way forward, grounded in the principles of equity and community. In Nova Scotia, the Upper Hammonds Plains Community Land Trust formed in 2022. Originally, this settlement near Halifax was home to a group of 500 Black refugees from the War of 1812. In the 1970s, the community faced land expropriation by municipal and provincial governments. The land trust was formed to preserve “the cultural heritage and economic prosperity of our neighborhoods, while creating opportunities for Black families and individuals to access affordable housing, economic opportunities, and the tools necessary for building intergenerational wealth.” learn more here Other News Sector News Community land trusts central to urban renewal for the Black community October 16, 2024 Events General Call for Proposals October 16, 2024 Events Housing Central Conference October 16, 2024 Sector News Province Launches Community Housing Capital Fund to Protect Renters October 16, 2024 Events Prevention of Youth Homelessness International Conference October 16, 2024 BCHC Copyright 2024 Black Communities Technical Housing Resource Centre. Home About BCHC Consultation Process News & Events Housing Registry Contact
Province Launches Community Housing Capital Fund to Protect Renters
Province Launches Community Housing Capital Fund to Protect Renters Non-profits and community housing organizations will soon receive capital grants to help purchase and preserve affordable rental housing. The Community Housing Capital Fund will provide one-time equity grants to pre-qualified organizations to finance buildings with five or more units and maintain affordable rents. This initiative aims to overcome the financing challenges these organizations face from private lenders. Pre-qualification starts in September, with the program administered by the Community Housing Transformation Centre. learn more here More Post’s Sector News Province Launches Community Housing Capital Fund to Protect Renters October 16, 2024 Events Prevention of Youth Homelessness International Conference October 16, 2024 Sector News Why Housing First failed in Canada October 16, 2024 Sector News National Housing Strategy Research and Planning Fund October 16, 2024 Sector News Federal Government Launches new $1.5b program to build a new generation of co-op housing March 18, 2024
Why Housing First failed in Canada
Why Housing First failed in Canada Homelessness in Canada is worsening, with up to 300,000 people expected to experience it this year. Despite the federal government’s efforts, including the 2017 Reaching Home Initiative, homelessness has continued to rise due to the unsustainable housing market. Finland’s successful Housing First approach highlights the importance of affordable housing and state involvement in housing infrastructure, which Canada lacks. The current Canadian approach, focused on private-sector partnerships, has failed to curb the crisis. To end homelessness, Canada must prioritize affordable, non-market housing and provide sufficient income support, but this requires strong political will. read more here More Post’s Sector News Why Housing First failed in Canada October 16, 2024 Sector News National Housing Strategy Research and Planning Fund October 16, 2024 Sector News Federal Government Launches new $1.5b program to build a new generation of co-op housing March 18, 2024
National Housing Strategy Research and Planning Fund
National Housing Strategy Research and Planning Fund The National Housing Strategy Research and Planning Fund supports housing research aimed at addressing housing challenges in Canada. The objectives advance evidence-based research that addresses housing challenges in Canada promote collaboration to develop new. housing solutions develop research capacity in Canada’s housing sector Up to $75,000 for up to 12 months in planning activities Up to $250,000 for up to 24 months, for research projects Up to $75,000 for up to 12 months for knowledge mobilization projects read more here More Post’s Sector News National Housing Strategy Research and Planning Fund October 16, 2024 Sector News Federal Government Launches new $1.5b program to build a new generation of co-op housing March 18, 2024
Federal Government Launches new $1.5b program to build a new generation of co-op housing
Federal Government Launches new $1.5b program to build a new generation of co-op housing The federal government of Canada has launched a new $1.5 billion Co-operative Housing Development Program to support the development of co-op housing and improve housing affordability. This program, co-designed with the Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada, is the largest investment in co-op housing in 30 years. It aims to build thousands of new co-op homes by 2028, prioritizing projects that address the needs of the most vulnerable populations. Applications for funding open on July 15, 2024, with the first intake closing on September 15, 2024. The program will help increase affordable housing options for low- and middle-income Canadians. read more here More Post Uncategorized Breaking Down Barriers: The Importance of Black Community Housing Initiatives #2 March 18, 2024 Uncategorized Breaking Down Barriers: The Importance of Black Community Housing Initiatives March 17, 2024