What the Federal Stimulus Package Means for You
Posted March 20, 2020
ACORN Canada members are fighting for affordable and livable housing at all levels of government across Canada.
Affordable Liveable Housing
CTV News: Mortgage deferral program sparks calls for nationwide rent freeze amid outbreak
A day after six Canadian banks announced six-month deferrals on mortgage payments to ease economic hardships during the COVID-19 outbreak, relief for one segment of the population was notably absent: renters.
Capital Current: Housing justice program gives struggling tenants hope
The Ottawa Acorn Housing Justice Program is in collaboration with Ottawa’s Avant Law Firm and law students. The program primarily helps low-income tenants get free legal advice.
VICE: Renters Can’t Wait. Here’s Why Canada Needs a National Rent Freeze Now
Posted March 19, 2020
Urgent Action: Eviction Freeze, Rent Flexibility, EI for All, Loan Payment Freeze
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NOW: Tenants in new rental building face massive rent hikes
As activists call for a rent freeze, tenants in an apartment near Lawrence and Weston say they are receiving increase notices ranging from six to 25 per cent
ACORN members and allies demand a Rent Freeze and Rent Control
Posted on March 12, 2020
Capital Current: Heron Gate tenants want more say in development of new units
Members of the Heron Gate community came together last night to discuss how they want their voices represented in the redevelopment of their neighbourhood.
Toronto ACORN Members Speak Out at 5 Harding Ave
February 27th, 2020 ACORN members had a tenant speak out at 5 Harding Ave!
Daily Hive: Toronto’s new apartment building rating system met with concerns
The City of Toronto is inviting tenants, landlords and residents of the city to provide feedback on their RentSafeTO program, which is aimed to improve accountability and transparency with landlords across the city.