Rental Housing Canada brings together all sectors of the residential rental industry, including property owners, managers, builders, and suppliers to advocate with one strong, unified voice.
When rental housing providers collaborate and present a clear, consistent message to government, we enhance our ability to influence decisions and achieve positive outcomes. Unity empowers us to drive meaningful change, ensuring our collective voice is heard and respected.
RHC played a major role in shaping the ten year National Housing Strategy (NHS). Within that strategy, RHC achieved access for private rental providers to commitments for government spending of:
- $4B on housing benefits for low-income tenants,
- $13.75B in low-cost lending for rental construction,
- $5.7B for retrofitting private market (for-profit) and community housing, and
- $7.4B for funds to be invested in new rental construction.
In order to get the most benefit from the federal government’s funding commitments for rental housing, the RHC Board of Directors has engaged a national government relations firm (with long-standing, deep connections to government and politicians) to provide additional monitoring of federal initiatives, and to assist RHC on the key federal issues.
The total amount of NHS spending open to for-profit rental providers is to be $32B, or close to $9,000 per rental unit in Canada on average. RHC is working hard to make sure all rental providers can get their share of that money, and that the money is spent in a way which supports the rental housing industry. Help us achieve those goals for you!
In addition to our advocacy work, RHC is the main communication channel by which rental housing providers share issues and solutions across Canada. RHC:
- Brings apartment managers, owners and associations together from coast to coast.
- Publishes news through National Outlook, Rental Housing Business (RHB) Magazine, and articles in member association newsletters and magazines.
- Holds an annual three-day Rental Housing Conference.
- Assembles and provides rental housing information, such as industry-specific compensation and benefits data.
- Leads information sharing among member associations and rental housing providers.
Rental Housing Canada is shaped by the needs of our members and the communities we serve. Join today and help guide our national advocacy efforts – because your voice matters in shaping the future of rental housing in Canada.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
As the national voice for Canada’s rental housing industry, RHC represents the interests of our members through a strategic and informed federal advocacy program. Our efforts are rooted in a deep understanding of the policy landscape, and we actively work to shape legislation and regulations that support the long-term viability of rental housing across the country. In doing so, we not only champion the interests of housing providers and builders but also contribute to a more stable, accessible, and sustainable rental housing system for Canadians.
In addition to our work at the federal level, RHC supports local advocacy efforts by identifying and addressing municipal and provincial policies that may undermine the success of rental housing providers. By advocating for fair, balanced, and practical solutions, we help create the conditions necessary for housing providers to thrive – ultimately benefiting the millions of Canadians who rely on quality rental housing.
RHC works with various media outlets to actively cultivate and enhance public perception of the rental housing sector and its diverse range of providers, regardless of their scale or scope. Through strategic media engagements and communications, we strive to shed light on the valuable contributions made by rental housing providers, emphasizing their role in addressing housing needs and supporting communities across the board. This collaborative effort aims to foster a broader understanding and appreciation of the industry’s significance within our society.
RHC plays a pivotal role in managing public affairs campaigns designed to shed light on the rental housing industry’s significance and contributions. These initiatives focus on not only advocating for the industry’s interests but also highlighting how a vibrant rental market directly bolsters our nation’s overall welfare and economic success. By engaging in strategic outreach, data-driven research, and compelling storytelling, we endeavor to deepen public understanding of the pivotal role rental housing plays in shaping thriving communities and ensuring Canada’s prosperity.
Through our e-newsletter and direct communications with our direct members and member associations, RHC keeps you informed with timely updates on government programs, along with early access to upcoming events, initiatives, and member-exclusive opportunities.
We offer multiple educational opportunities, from the annual Rental Housing Conference to programs offered by our partners at NAA, as well as updates on other educational opportunities across the country through our e-Newsletter.
Our members receive direct access to Rental Housing Business (RHB) Magazine and National Outlook, keeping them up-to-date on the latest industry developments.