Toronto is facing an ongoing housing/homelessness crisis, and multi-tenant houses (MTHs) remain one of the only deeply affordable options for renters. We recently submitted recommendations to the City, supporting Right to Housing Toronto’s advocacy to strengthen the MTH framework: buff.ly/Ge9zvDH

On Human Rights Day, a reminder: The housing crisis is a human rights crisis. Read our reflection on what needs to change in 2025: buff.ly/xoUQup5 #HumanRights #RightToHousing

Recently, we had the privilege of participating in the second annual Indigenous housing provider capacity-building event, hosted by the National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Inc (NICHI). Together with our partners, we’re committed to advancing the right to housing for everyone across Canada.

On the National Day of Remembrance for Violence Against Women, we honour lives lost and highlight the Neha Review findings: 250 witnesses, including women, Two Spirit, Trans, and gender-diverse people, shared how housing affects safety and healing. buff.ly/PP26sdL

We recently joined nearly 200 organizations across Ontario calling on the Government of Ontario to create a poverty reduction strategy built on evidence, lived experience, and dignity. Read the letter here: buff.ly/DciPlif

New rules to stop unfair rent increases were highlighted in the recent Manitoba Throne Speech. Yutaka Dirks, our Senior Policy & Outreach Advisor, spoke with 680 CJOB Radio about what these changes could mean for renters. Listen to the segment (Nov. 18, 4 pm, 12 min 45 sec): buff.ly/bnuAGuj

Today, on International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we reaffirm that people with disabilities have the right to safe, accessible, and affordable housing. Explore our comprehensive annotated bibliography, Literature on the Right to Housing for Disabled People: buff.ly/8n3cTqE

This Giving Tuesday, your support gives renters hope when they have nowhere else to turn. Every day, people reach out to us because they’re in crisis. Your gift ensures renters can access free legal guidance, challenge unfair evictions, and assert their rights. Give now: buff.ly/1NuZVR5

On National Housing Day, we reflected on this year’s progress, challenges, and opportunities in advancing the right to housing in Canada. Today, we are proud to unveil our 2025–2028 Strategic Plan, charting a bold path forward to create lasting impact. Explore our strategic plan: buff.ly/IuNal34

The Neha Review Panel released its report/recommendations on the right to safe, adequate and affordable housing for women, Two-Spirit, Trans and gender-diverse people. CCHR’s submission to the National Housing Council Review Panel reflects many of the recommendations. Full report:

Bill 60 passed on Monday, making it easier to evict renters in Ontario and removing key renter protections. Margaret Flynn, our Director of Policy and Law Reform, shared insights with Now Toronto about the impacts of this legislation and why immediate action is needed. Read more: buff.ly/VV2l80a

Bill 60 passed without public input, putting Ontario renters at greater risk and deepening the housing and homelessness crisis. Our Manager of Policy, Sara Beyer, shared insights with Now Toronto on its impacts. Read the full article: buff.ly/WywM5lL

Bill 60 passed without providing an opportunity for public input or meaningful debate, removing essential renter protections and putting more people in Ontario at risk of losing their homes. We submitted our recommendations to government officials across Ontario. Read our submission: buff.ly/TCAjBZT

Join the City of Toronto’s Housing Secretariat for a National Housing Week panel on Toronto’s renovictions bylaw. CCHR’s Lee Webb, Director of Client Services, will share insights alongside other experts. 📅 Tue, Nov 25 ⏰ 6–7:30 p.m. 📍 YWCA Toronto, 87 Elm St. Register:

Today, Nov. 22, we mark the 25th anniversary of National Housing Day, a time to remember that housing is a fundamental human right. Yesterday, we shared our reflection on this year’s wins, misses and what’s next for the right to housing in Canada. In case you missed it, read it here: buff.ly/FCPramy

Tomorrow, Nov. 22, marks the 25th anniversary of National Housing Day, a day to stand up for housing as a human right and recommit to ensuring everyone has a safe, secure and affordable place to call home. Read our reflection on the wins, misses and what’s next for housing in Canada: buff.ly/FCPramy

Toronto Life reports that Torontonians need to earn $86K/year to rent a 1-bedroom apartment. Our Acting Executive Director, Mathieu Dagonas, calls for expansion of affordable and non-market housing, stronger renter protections and increased support for the not-for-profit housing. buff.ly/1vekD8o

Budget 2025 includes some critical, previously announced affordable housing commitments, but significant gaps continue to leave renters and people experiencing homelessness at risk. Learn more about the key priorities missing from the budget: buff.ly/Cq1WNSa

Renters in Manitoba are getting hit with steep increases thanks to rent control loopholes. New builds and AGIs are leaving thousands unprotected. We need real protections now. buff.ly/NwpcSJt

Beyond the numbers are people—renters, families, and communities struggling to find or keep a home. Budget 2025 was a missed chance to turn the tide on Canada’s housing crisis. Here’s what’s missing: buff.ly/Chxxdwg #RightToHousing #Budget2025

Unaffordability. Unemployment. Job Losses. Homelessness. Ontario can't afford mass evictions, too! We've joined 134 organizations working across Ontario to demand that Premier Ford protect renters and repeal #Bill60. Read our letter: tinyurl.com/StopBill60

Finland’s commitment to social housing is the foundation of its successful Housing First approach. What can Canada learn? Join SHHR for a webinar that explores the Finnish approach to ensure housing for all. tinyurl.com/yc2zpysj @moresochousing

Is Canada’s housing policy really delivering for people? A new report from the National Housing Council (NHC) says we need a rights-based approach to measure what truly matters — outcomes for people, not just numbers. Read the report here - nhc-cnl.ca/publications... #Right2Housing #HousingPolicy

As homelessness continues to rise across Canada, our communities urgently need solutions that are evidence- and human rights-based. On October 28–30, join CCHR at the 2025 National Conference on Ending Homelessness (CAEH25) in Montréal! Learn more about our sessions we're leading at: buff.ly/viuSaTG

1.6M renters in BC are living with the impact of a worsening housing crisis. First United’s new platform outlines practical reforms for fairness, inclusion, and rent stability. Read more - buff.ly/C9awXTs #TenantsRights #BCPoli

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

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

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

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...

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

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. buff.ly/NqQ8Hty

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

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

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

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 -

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

@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

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