Policy briefs
The Roundtable regularly publishes policy briefs and reports to equip government and other actors across the housing system in addressing the housing challenges facing Canadians. Our research focuses on solutions that support implementation of the National Housing Strategy and contribute to a strong housing system.
February 2019
Promising practices in affordable housing: Evolution and innovation in BC and Quebec
This paper examines BC and Quebec’s success in delivering affordable and social housing and the mechanisms that have enabled this success. It examines the ecosystem as the critical context and basis for these results.
January 2021
Three policies needed for a healthy housing system
Three immediate and actionable solutions to urgently strengthen key areas of housing system where the COVID-19 pandemic is hurting the most vulnerable:
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An acquisition program to preserve affordable rental
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Developing a COVID-19 rental arrears response
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Empowering greater collaboration to reduce homelessness through Housing First policies
September 2019
National Housing Collaborative: Reflections and analysis of a process
This report presents a first-hand account of the Collaborative experience and lessons learned, as understood by the people who witnessed its impact on the National Housing Strategy policy development process, and resulting policy outcomes. Essential reading for anyone trying to influence policy through system-level collaboration.
March 2019
Tower renewal and retrofit finance: Supporting the repair and renewal of Canada's aging apartment stock
This paper examines the costs of engaging in key repair and renewal works, the financial capacity for building owners to engage in these works, and the factors motivating whether they will do so.
October 2016
A new housing affordability agenda for Canada: Submission to the National Housing Strategy
This paper offers four policy proposals to make the vision of housing affordability a reality for all Canadians: 1) Adopt a national goal and launch a pan-Canadian initiative to end homelessness; 2) Develop a national housing benefit that provides direct financial assistance to renters; 3) Increase and maintain supply of market and non-market rental housing through innovative capital tools; and 4) Provide leadership and resources for social housing sector transformation.