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Jennifer WallaceA new study has found that the economic wellbeing of households in non-market rental housing is higher than that of renters with similar characteristics in private market housing or even renters in market housing who get rent subsidies. Read the summary here https://affordablehousingaction.org/rental-housing-types-and-economic-wellbeing-in-canada/ The summary includes a link to the full study.
Three members of our Affordable Housing Team joined tenants at 103 Emerald Street South last Friday as they protested potential loss of their homes. Amanda Dick, who led the event, said the new owner, Endless Properties, issued N13 eviction notices to tenants in all 30 of the units, so renovations could be done. One resident, … Read more
A Greener Christmas by Sheherazade Goldsmith A collection of simple, seasonal projects reveals how to create an eco-friendly Christmas celebration in a richly illustrated guidebook that features detailed instructions for a wide variety of craft, gardening, gift, decorating, cooking, and entertaining ideas. A Greener Christmas is available in both Hamilton and Burlington Public Libraries.
Did you know that Canadians toss 25% more garbage during the holiday season? Check out these 12 ways to more eco-friendly holidays, such as visiting local attractions and light shows, creating sustainable décor and gifts and donating discarded Christmas trees to the RBG where they are used for stream restoration. Learn more about these ideas … Read more