As Ontario’s population ages, housing providers play an increasingly critical role in enabling seniors to age at home with dignity, stability, and a strong sense of community. We showcase how the Toronto Seniors Housing Corporation (TSHC), in collaboration with sector leaders such as ONPHA and AdvantAge Ontario, is driving innovative and integrated approaches to meet this growing need.

In this episode, we draw on global best practices and real-world experiences to explore solutions for extending independent living. We cover neighbourhood-based care, peer-led supports, and adaptive technologies while examining the implementation of the Integrated Service Model to support 15,000 seniors to thrive.

Hosted by:

🎙️ Andrew McKenzie, Director of Operations, Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association

Featuring Special Guests:

🗣️ Adam Fraser, Data Analyst and Researcher, Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association

🗣️ Lisa Levin, CEO, AdvantAge Ontario

🗣️ Deanna Veltri, Director, Engagement, Partnership and Communications, Toronto Seniors Housing Corporation

Community housing is more than a safety net, it’s a powerful engine for economic efficiency, social mobility, and inclusive city-building. As Ontario faces a growing housing crisis, doubling the community housing stock is not just necessary—it’s economically sound.

In this premiere episode, we explore the macroeconomic rationale for large-scale investment in community housing, while also reimagining it as a launchpad for thriving, equitable communities.

Hosted by:
🎙️ Andrew McKenzie, Director of Operations, Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association

Featuring Special Guests:
🗣️ Sean Baird, President & CEO, Toronto Community Housing Corporation

🗣️ Stéphane Giguère, CEO, Ottawa Community Housing

In this episode of the Opening Doors podcast, Andrew McKenzie, ONPHA’s Director of Operations, and David Rourke, Principal at Round Table Procurement Services and director of the ONPHA Enterprise purchasing program, discuss the impact of global tariffs on community housing. David shares strategies like analyzing supply chains, negotiating prices, and prioritizing Canadian suppliers to mitigate reliance on imports.

Learn how ONPHA Enterprise offers expert procurement guidance and resources and access to preferred suppliers for ONPHA Members to navigate current economic challenges.