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Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Apr 30

Congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney and the new federal government on their election victory. The housing crisis remains a top concern for millions of people across Canada, and we look forward to working with the new federal government to advance the right to housing for all.

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · 1d

Housing is a human right. Yet hundreds of thousands in Canada face homelessness each year. Ahead of the Nov. 4 federal budget, we're encouraging the government to consider our 2025 pre-budget recommendations to protect renters and uphold housing as a human right. Read more: buff.ly/UvymZsG

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Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · 2d

Last month, we released our 2021-2025 Impact Report, and today, we are spotlighting our research work that closes critical data gaps and provides decision-makers with the evidence they need to create long-term housing stability. Explore our 2021-2025 Impact Report to learn more: buff.ly/tmMrs0N

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · 4d

Thousands of Ontario renters face demovictions each year. Strong municipal rental replacement policies can protect them. Read CCHR's Senior Policy Advisor Sarah Laisney’s guest blog, published in the OMSSA’s Knowledge Exchange, on how municipalities in Ontario can take action. buff.ly/5ykReuR

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · 10d

Strengthen your non-profit’s policy influence – apply to Maytree Policy School 2026! Six-month Toronto-based program Jan-Jun. Deadline Oct 15, 2025. Learn more: maytree.com/strengthenin...

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · 11d

On the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honor Survivors, families, and Indigenous communities and acknowledge the ongoing impacts of residential schools and other colonial systems. Let us pause to not only remember but also act.
Learn more and participate here – buff.ly/NqQ8Hty

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · 12d

Tomorrow, September 30th, is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. On this day, we remember and honor the Indigenous peoples who have been impacted by the legacy of Residential Schools. Here are some ways to participate and learn more to commemorate this important day.
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Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · 12d

2025 marks 10 years since the release of TRC's 94 Calls to Action. How many of these have been implemented in the past 10 years? How many have not even started? CBC’s Beyond 94 gives up-to-date status reports on each call to action.
Learn more - buff.ly/VkDj4FE

#NDTR #TruthAndReconciliation

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · 15d

Recently, we launched our 2021–2025 Impact Report, and today we shine a spotlight on the frontline legal support that empowers renters in Ontario to claim their rights and stay housed. Explore our full 2021–2025 Impact Report to learn more: buff.ly/ty1rBXR

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · 19d

The federal government recently launched Build Canada Homes, signalling renewed leadership on affordable housing. While this is a promising start, to truly tackle the housing and homelessness crisis, the agency must prioritize those in greatest housing need. Read our analysis: buff.ly/VV4e0Hs

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Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · 23d

How can rental licensing help preserve affordable homes?
The model shifts from “wait for a complaint” to regular checks, public ratings, and rules with real fines—keeping landlords accountable, preventing displacement, and keeping older rentals safe to live in. Learn more -

Preserving Affordable Housing Through Municipal Rental Licensing Programs - OMSSA

Rental housing licensing is a proactive, effective and efficient way that local governments can ensure buildings are maintained in a state of good repair. Such programs shift the onus off renters…

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Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · 24d

We are thrilled to share our 2021–2025 Impact Report, “Rising to the Challenge: Housing Rights in Action”. Thank you for an incredible five years of impact! Explore the full report and discover how CCHR is driving lasting change in housing rights across Canada: buff.ly/uPH346T

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Sep 10

Preventing bad-faith renovictions starts with holding landlords accountable. Read CCHR's Senior Policy Advisor Sarah Laisney’s guest blog, published in OMSSA’s Knowledge Exchange, on how Ontario municipalities can adopt anti-renoviction bylaws to protect renters. buff.ly/xsuHLRT

#HousingRights

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Sep 9

How can Build Canada Homes effectively tackle the homelessness crisis?
Build Canada Homes is a generational opportunity, if we get the details right. We’ve set out concrete recommendations in our submission.
Read the analysis here: buff.ly/v8AYOhe
#RightToHousing #BuildCanadaHomes #HousingPolicy

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Sep 8

How do we stop unnecessary evictions in Canada?
✔ Change the law: Evictions only if legitimate, necessary, and proportionate.
✔ Provide alternatives: Rent banks to help pay arrears.
✔ Ensure fairness: Give tenants access to legal advice and fair hearings.
More at - buff.ly/G1COh6r

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Sep 5

Yesterday, CCHR’s Acting Executive Director, Mathieu Pierre Dagonas, attended Nonprofit Driven Regional Connects in Hamilton. Housing emerged as a key issue, and we highlighted why safe, secure and affordable housing is essential for fostering resilient, thriving communities.

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Aug 26

Gender-based violence and intimate partner/interpersonal violence affect millions of women and gender-diverse people in Canada. Our 2024 research report, Nowhere to Go, highlights the critical role housing plays in the safety of survivors. Read our report and policy recommendations: buff.ly/lPffh5v

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Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Aug 25

Did you know?
Under Canada’s National Housing Strategy Act and international law (ICESCR), evictions are only permitted when:
✔️ They have a legitimate objective
✔ They are necessary, with no reasonable alternative
✔ They are proportionate to that objective
Learn more at buff.ly/iGTeJXP

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Aug 20

Renters in Saskatchewan are facing some of the fastest-rising rents in Canada. Sara Beyer, CCHR’s Manager of Policy, joined CBC Radio's Blue Sky with Sam Maciag to discuss the importance of meaningful rent regulation and stronger renter protections. Listen to the full segment: buff.ly/8Oa8qRf

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Aug 19

Want to help shape Budget 2025 to support people most affected by the housing and homelessness crisis? The pre-budget consultation is an opportunity for you to share your ideas on how to better guide Canada’s future. Make a submission or respond to the questionnaire by Aug. 28: buff.ly/3DR4lR8

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Aug 18

Renters with disabilities & low incomes are 300% more likely to face landlord aggression during tenancy. Solutions go beyond awareness: fund tribunals, expand legal aid & enforce rental standards.

Learn more in our 2025 rental discrimination audit buff.ly/bcInWze
#HousingForAll #AffordableHousing

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Aug 15

New housing developments are appearing across Canada but if most Canadians can’t afford them, who are they really for?

Housing is a human right and #affordability must be part of the solution.
Learn more about your housing rights here - buff.ly/vFI1Aav
#KnowYourRights #AffordableHousing

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Aug 14

Canada is experiencing a deepening housing and homelessness crisis that calls for urgent federal action. In our submission to the 2025 federal pre-budget consultation, we presented five recommendations aimed at protecting renters and advancing housing as a human right. Learn more: buff.ly/mjmJIdH

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Aug 13

1 in 4 renters in Canada spend more than 30% of their income on shelter. (CMHC 2024)

Knowing your rights means knowing that affordable housing is part of the right to housing and that we can demand better. Learn more - buff.ly/yAAY3HT

#AffordableHousing #RightToHousing

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Aug 11

@torontolifemag.bsky.social featured the federal government’s $80M commitment to building a rental residence in Bedford Park, with 43 affordable units. Our Manager of Policy, Sara Beyer, stresses the need for stronger renter protections and increased investment in affordable housing. buff.ly/gvXhDT7

Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) @housingrightsca.bsky.social · Aug 8

The federal government is preparing its 2025 budget at a time when Canada faces a growing housing and homelessness crisis. Last week, we submitted our recommendation to the 2025 federal pre-budget consultation held by the Standing Committee on Finance. Read our full submission: buff.ly/mjmJIdH