Getting people into affordable homes, faster

Visit any community in Canada: something is broken

A third of Canadians are struggling with the cost of housing.

Many innovative solutions exist but stall because of funding gaps.

Partners for Affordable Housing is a social impact organization mobilizing socially inspired capital to accelerate relief.

How it works

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An ingredient has been missing

Donors, corporations and social impact investors are eager to contribute and play a large role in affordable housing solutions. Yet, many have not been asked.

We’re asking.

When philanthropy steps in

Enter the experts

Partners for Affordable Housing is a heavyweight team in the world of philanthropic funding and socially inspired capital, guided by a national board of directors and a specialized advisory council.

Meet the team

Coordinating complexity

The affordable housing crisis is complex and requires multiple solutions.

Partners for Affordable Housing simplifies the terrain for people who want to get involved.

Every province, municipality, rural area, and even specific groups such as seniors or families, need a different solution. Partners for Affordable Housing applies socially inspired capital to proven, community-driven solutions so they can move from vision to reality, faster.

How it works

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Funding the gaps

For many individuals and families in need of deeply affordable housing, rents geared to income–typically no more than 30% of what they earn–are increasingly out of reach. With few available units at these rates, additional funding and creative financing models are essential to make this possible. These funding streams provide the missing ingredient for nonprofit and community housing providers.

Collaborative Campaigns

Brings together community housing providers to develop regional or cause-based campaigns and pool efforts, expanding access to new sources of funding.

First Mile Fund

Covers critical pre-development and early-stage costs needed to de-risk projects, secure approvals, and unlock long-term financing and government support.

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Last Mile Fund

Provides flexible, catalytic capital to close final funding gaps so strong projects move forward instead of stalling at the final stage.

Tenant Stability Fund

Unlocks existing rental housing and creates clear pathways to housing stability for vulnerable households.

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Impact?
A more stable Canada

An adequate supply of affordable housing is foundational to stability — for individuals, families, and communities across Canada. Yet, more than three million affordable rental units are urgently needed to meet the needs of low-income households. Addressing this gap is the core focus of Partners for Affordable Housing.

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