affordable housing Archives

This By-law could help protect tenants. Your support this July 8 can make a difference.

2026-07-06T16:12:13-04:00

What is the Rental Renovation Bylaw? The Rental Renovation By-law is proposed by the City of Ottawa to help preserve affordable housing and protect tenants from unlawful and unfair evictions when a landlord says they need to renovate a building. The by-law will reinforce existing protections in the Ontario Residential Tenancies Act. This proposed draft by-law includes a request for landlords to: Obtain a rental renovation license from the City within seven days of asking a tenant to move out Get a building permit before they can give a tenant a notice to move out. Landlords would also be prohibited from [...]

Bill 6 received Royal Assent at the Ontario Legislature. Take action with CAWI.

Cata Jurado2025-08-11T13:52:42-04:00

The Safer Municipalities Act introduces new penalties that criminalize people living in poverty and experiencing housing instability. It targets people with mental health challenges and those who use substances, while failing to offer the support proven to save lives and reduce harm. We believe that true public safety comes from housing, dignity, and income security. Criminalization does not solve systemic injustice. It makes it harder for people to feel safe, supported, or connected to their communities. That is why CAWI, in partnership with local organizations, is sending a letter to Mayor Mark Sutcliffe urging him to speak out against Bill 6 [...]