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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Looking forward to joining tomorrow’s Community Land Trust Summit panel discussion on how we can ensure Canada’s next National Housing Strategy is grounded in rights-based commitments. –MJH ➡️ Registrations: site.pheedloop.com/event/CLTSum...

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Balanced Supply of Housing @bshnode.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

The CLT summit is just around the corner! Join us in Ottawa later this month where we'll put the right to housing centre stage with Drs. Alexandra Flynn, @cwhitzman.bsky.social & @housinglogement.bsky.social as they discuss Canada’s next NHS. Grab your ticket before it sells out! buff.ly/1uoKuDm

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UN-Habitat @un-habitat.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Were you part of Habitat I in 1976? As its 50th anniversary approaches, UN-Habitat is reconnecting with participants of Habitat I and the Habitat Forum in Vancouver to hear their memories and reflections. Were you there or know someone who was? 🔗Fill in the form: bit.ly/4qUEKNg

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

In case you missed it, the Federal Housing Advocate published a series of new reports aimed at the federal government, offering essential guidance on how it can strengthen its housing investments and programs.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Following a devastating wildfire season in 2025, the Housing Advocate, in partnership with the #AFN, launched joint research into the intersection of #ClimateChange, emergency management, and the #HumanRight to adequate housing.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

#News: In a report launched today, the Federal Housing Advocate and the #AFN are calling for new measures to better protect First Nations communities experiencing climate-driven emergencies and wildfires.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Great to see that federal funding to support people living in encampments and experiencing #homelessness is beginning to roll out through the extended Unsheltered Homelessness and #Encampments Initiative (UHEI). (1/5)

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Good news! Federal funding for rental supports in housing co-ops has been renewed for five years, securing stable, affordable housing for thousands of households. The tireless advocacy of CHF Canada, civil society and many advocates helped achieve this important support. (1/3)

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Grateful for the opportunity to meet with @gregorrobertson.bsky.social, the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, to discuss the recommendations in my 2025–2026 Annual Report. (1/3)

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The housing crisis affects every part of people's lives and is worsening barriers. A human rights-based approach offers a clear path forward. When governments engage directly with rights holders & design policies based on needs and outcomes for people, solutions become more effective & sustainable.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Earlier this year, the Federal Housing Advocate published a series of new reports aimed at the federal government, offering essential guidance on how it can strengthen its housing investments and programs. (1/4)

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

As the current National Housing Strategy reaches the end of its cycle in 2027–2028 and a new strategy is being developed, Canada has the chance to reflect on the lessons of the past decade and chart a new path forward.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Homelessness in Canada is a human rights crisis driven by systemic failures in housing, income, health, justice, and the impact of colonialism. The Federal Housing Advocate urges #HUMA to assess federal action through a human rights-based lens to address and prevent homelessness.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

MUST WATCH: CHFCanada’s video featuring co-op resident, Natalie sharing her story. Co-ops are essential providers of affordable housing in Canada. As the #Neha review panel reports recommend, they are key solutions to gendered homelessness for women & gender diverse people: ow.ly/XiVf50ZiHzl

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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Tomorrow is Canadian #MulticulturalismDay. It’s a time to recognize and celebrate the many cultures, languages, and traditions that shape #Canada. #Diversity is our strength. Let’s continue to make sure everyone is included, for a stronger Canada.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Delighted to be back in Montreal to participate in the launch of CQPI’s proposal for legislative reforms to prevent homelessness. Congratulations to the CQPI team for developing a series of concrete and practical recommendations rooted in human rights.

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Photo of Art Campbell, Director of CQPI, during his presentation.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Last chance to share your feedback! The deadline to provide a written submission to the National Housing Council’s review panel on #AccessibleHousing is June 22! Make your submission here: nhc-cnl.ca/review-panel...

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Co-ops are essential providers of affordable housing in Canada. But federal funding support is set to run out, putting thousands of households at risk. (1/4)

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You Hold the Key: Sharon, Windmill Line Co-operative Homes

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Don’t miss tomorrow’s webinar. Sign up to join the discussion about the Waterloo ruling and what it means for homelessness and government accountability in Canada. 👇

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Great to learn more about evidence-based approaches to ending homelessness from Dr. Lígia Teixeira and other experts at the University of Ottawa and on Parliament Hill.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Our 2025–2026 Annual Report includes key recommendations from the Federal Housing Advocate that call for stronger action to uphold the right to housing and improve housing outcomes for everyone living in Canada. Full recommendations: www.ccdp-chrc.gc.ca/ressources/p...

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Office of the Accessibility Commissioner @accessibilityca.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

It's National #AccessAbility Week. True accessibility is transformative. This week and beyond, let’s commit to building a stronger Canada by deepening our understanding of how to dismantle barriers and promote inclusive practices across all sectors of society. #NAAW

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Our 2025–2026 annual report is now available! Canada is facing serious housing and social challenges. As new housing strategies take shape, there’s an opportunity to better align housing policy with the right to housing. Read our full report: www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/resources/pu...

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

#News: Today, in her annual report, the Federal Housing Advocate released a set of #recommendations to the federal government to better incorporate #HumanRights into housing initiatives.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

People with disabilities have the same rights as everyone else — including equal access to housing. But, many people with disabilities still face serious housing barriers. We developed a framework that tracks housing outcomes and examines how governments are addressing these issues.

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Monitoring the right to housing for people with disabilities

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

As Canada makes investments in housing and infrastructure, there is a significant opportunity—and responsibility—to ensure new barriers are not built into this country for generations to come.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

The Federal Housing Advocate and Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission welcome the Ontario Superior Court of Justice’s decision in The Regional Municipality of #Waterloo v. Named Respondents and Persons Unknown (2026).

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

The Federal Housing Advocate Marie-Josée Houle was honoured to speak to federal, provincial and territorial (#FPT) Ministers about how #HumanRights can address the #housing and homelessness crisis. (1/2)

Photo of Federal Housing Advocate, Marie-Josée Houle on a grey backdrop. The text reads: “The housing and homelessness crisis is complex, but the path forward is clear: A human rights-based approach delivers meaningful, lasting results.”

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

I was honoured to share the importance of a rights-based approach to housing and homelessness with federal, provincial and territorial Ministers responsible for human rights today. (1/3)

Marie-Josée Houle, Federal Housing Advocate, speaks to the Forum of Ministers on human rights.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

The deadline to provide a written submission to the National Housing Council’s review panel on #AccessibleHousing is June 22! Make a written submission here: nhc-cnl.ca/review-panel...

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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

People with disabilities have the right to equal access to housing. But, many people with disabilities still face serious housing barriers. We developed a framework that tracks housing outcomes and examines solutions. Watch to learn more about this work: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2X8I...

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Monitoring the right to housing for people with disabilities

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Neha's final report makes recommendations so that women and gender-diverse people can live in safe, adequate, and affordable housing. The Federal Housing Advocate and Chief Commissioner thank the panel members and urge implementation of the recommendations. (1/2)

Three women of diverse are huddled together and smiling. From left to right: a young woman with black hair wearing a yellow and blue shirt, an elderly woman with short white hair wearing a green shirt and a middle-aged woman with brown hair wearing a beige shirt. The text on the left reads: “Neha report: Roadmap for the right to housing for women and gender-diverse people”.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Today is a time to honour and remember the Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQI+ individuals who have been murdered or gone missing.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Parliament is currently drafting #BillC20, the Build Canada Homes Act. It proposes the purpose of #BuildCanadaHomes is to “promote, support and develop the supply of affordable housing in #Canada” – a much-needed priority. At the same time, there are opportunities to strengthen the Bill.

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Join us on April 30 for a fascinating discussion on #encampments in Canada – and what legal responses are needed. Learn more and register: ⬇️

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Don’t miss tomorrow’s Rights-Based Approach to the Next National Housing Strategy webinar. Register here 👇:

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Pleased to attend the Ottawa Health and Housing Symposium this morning, where experts discussed the intersections of homelessness and health. It was an opportunity to focus on proven solutions for integrating housing, healthcare, and social services. (1/2)

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

News: Today, we published a series of new reports aimed at the federal government, offering essential guidance on how it can strengthen #Canada’s next National Housing Strategy. (1/5)

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Pleased to present to the City of Toronto's Housing Rights Advisory Committee on the critical role of property standards in maintaining adequate housing for renters. Everyone has the right to live in housing that meets standards of safety, health & dignity. More: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

There's still time to register! Join us on April 14 (12:00–1:30 PM ET) for a conversation on how we can better shape the next National #Housing Strategy. More info and registration below:

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Join us on April 14 (12:00–1:30 PM ET) for a conversation on how we can better shape the next National Housing Strategy. More info and registration below:

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Today alongside my colleague Christopher T. Sutton, Canada’s Accessibility Commissioner @accessibilityca.bsky.social, we had the opportunity to see the progress on a new building in #Toronto that will create intentional #housing for people with disabilities. (1/2)

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Great to participate in the Accessibility Professional Network conference alongside my colleague Christopher T. Sutton, Canada's Accessibility Commissioner, & Doramy Ehling, CEO of @rickhansenfdn.bsky.social. An important conversation on #AccessibleHousing –everyone has a role to play. –MJH #APN2026

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

The National Housing Council’s review panel on #AccessibleHousing is now open for contributions! You can contribute to the review panel by making a written submission: nhc-cnl.ca/review-panel... (1/3)

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

On International Women’s Day, we are highlighting an issue that cannot wait. Women deserve access to safe and inclusive housing that meets their needs. (1/2)

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Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @housinglogement.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

On International Women’s Day, we are highlighting an issue that cannot wait. Women deserve access to safe and inclusive housing that meets their needs.

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