MESSAGE FROM MINISTER JIM WATSON

I was honoured to speak at the Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association’s annual conference in Toronto recently.  It presented me with an outstanding opportunity to meet with housing providers and thank them for all they do to bring affordable housing to Ontario. Read more

LEGISLATIVE REFORMS

Changes are coming for the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, the Building Code Act, 1992, the Municipal Act, 2001, the City of Toronto Act, 2006 and the Planning Act.  The Good Government Act, 2009, which amends this legislation, has received Royal Assent.  The reforms will take effect as parts of the legislation are proclaimed. Read more

MAKING A SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCE

Action Ready – that was the theme for this year’s Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association’s annual conference held in Toronto in November.  A theme that reflects the economic stimulus for Ontario’s housing industry.  Read more