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Calls to Action on Indigenous Housing
January 7, 2025 The Indigenous Caucus and CHRA submitted a letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on January 6, outlining the urgent need for the government to act on Indigenous housing. “As Rural, Urban and Northern (URN) Indigenous housing providers and allies we can wait no longer. What’s at stake is $2.8 billion promised and […]
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First Nations outside the Prairies likely to see housing money shrink once new formula negotiated: documents – APTN News
Jan 07, 2025 First Nations outside Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba can expect a “significant” decrease in their housing allowance once a new funding formula is negotiated between Canada Mortgage and Housing (CMHC), Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) and the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), documents obtained by APTN News show. “Use of the updated Census figures […]
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These Ottawa landlords say they’ve fallen victim to the same ‘professional’ tenants – CBC
Jan 06, 2025 Couple failed to pay rent, caused thousands of dollars in damage, property owners say Edriam Salter covers her nose with her sweater as she takes tentative steps through the Ottawa house she and her sister used to call home. “I can’t believe this was the place I used to live, this was […]
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Millbrook First Nation members can get mortgages on-reserve for the first time, thanks to pilot program – CBC
Dec 20, 2024 Band members can apply for an RBC loan to build their own home on reserve land In an effort to combat persistent housing shortages, Millbrook First Nation is empowering its members to build their own homes, with the help of a pilot project that allows mortgages on-reserve for the first time. The […]
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Significant Developments in the Delivery of Housing Services
(Kahnawake – 18, Tsothóhrha/December 2024) The Housing Unit of the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) wishes to inform the community of three significant developments in the delivery of Housing services, all passed by consensus at the duly convened Council meeting on Monday, December 16th. Firstly, the MCK will finance the construction of the Canada Mortgage […]
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Government of Yukon launches eighth intake of Housing Initiatives Fund
December 17, 2024 The Government of Yukon has opened applications for the eighth intake of the Housing Initiatives Fund. With a commitment of up to $4 million for two different funding streams, this initiative aims to support the development of new affordable housing units across the territory. The Housing Initiatives Fund supports shovel-ready, partner-led projects […]
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Ontario Building More Transitional Housing in Thunder Bay
December 17, 2024 THUNDER BAY — The Ontario government is providing more than $8.3 million dollars through the Homelessness Prevention Program (HPP) to help create 66 transitional housing units in Thunder Bay that will support individuals experiencing or at-risk of homelessness. The six locations receiving funding will provide onsite supports including counseling, life skills training, […]
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Fall Economic Statement 2024: a missed opportunity
(December 16, 2024) – Today, the federal government presented the Fall Economic Statement. We know the ongoing and deepening housing crisis is a key concern across the country. A report released in November, 2023 by the Federal Housing Advocate found that we need more than 4.4 million new affordable homes, 3 million of which need […]
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AHMA’s 2024 Year in Review
AHMA’s Annual Report provides a detailed breakdown of all 2024 updates and accomplishments. AHMA regularly makes government submissions to advocate for more culturally safe, trauma-informed, and equitable approaches to Indigenous homelessness in BC. Read all of the statements here. AHMA and our Housing Central partners released A New Affordable Housing Plan for BC. AHMA co-authored […]
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Foundations Newsletter – December 2024 – FNMHF
Dec 16, 2024 Dear Valued Members and Stakeholders, as we approach the end of a very eventful fourth quarter, I am proud to reflect on the progress we have made together at the Fund. This quarter has been marked by collaboration, engagement, and a steadfast commitment to advancing sustainable housing opportunities for First Nations communities […]
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