Hamilton Spectator: COVID-19: Support needed for renters amid crisis, Mayor Fred Eisenberger says
Billions in federal and provincial dollars ‘fantastic,’ but more is needed, Eisenberger says
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CP24: 'We literally don't have the money:' concerns mount about tenants with most rent payments due next week
As April 1 draws near and many tenants dealing with a sudden job loss fret over how they will come up with rent there is increasing pressure on various levels of government to act.
BLOG: Organizing in the era of social distancing
If you are wondering that people who are in the business of working directly with communities and involved in organizing communities for social justice, would have stopped working in the times of social distancing or work from home, you might be completely wrong.
CBC: Will they have to rely on the 'kindness' of landlords? Renters still waiting for B.C. relief plan
Metro Vancouver mayors, housing activists call for a ban on evictions amid COVID-19 pandemic
CityNews: Advocates call for rent-free period amid COVID-19 pandemic
Many Torontonians who have lost their income because of COVID-19 are hoping the government provides some help when it comes to paying rent.
Hamilton Spectator: Relief sought for Hamilton renters amid COVID-19 crisis
CityHousing won’t evict anyone for arrears, while Effort Trust offers ‘flexibility’ for hard-up residents
Toronto.com: Toronto Mayor John Tory says he is working to bring renters hard hit by coronavirus pandemic ‘some relief’
Mayor John Tory has hinted that “some relief” may be in the works for Toronto renters.
Remi Network: Ontario landlords call for more support amid crisis
Posted March 23, 2020
Mortgage Broker News: Calls intensify for freeze on housing costs
The recent announcement by the nation’s six largest banks that they are offering six-month deferrals on mortgage payments to help homeowners impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak is bringing a new call for financial assistance for the nation’s renters.
Mississauga.com: Toronto Mayor John Tory says he is working to bring renters hard hit by coronavirus pandemic ‘some relief’
This week could bring some reprieve for renters in Toronto hit with the economic fall-out of the pandemic.
Toronto Star: Toronto Mayor John Tory says he is working to bring renters hard hit by pandemic ‘some relief’
This week could bring some reprieve for renters in Toronto hit with the economic fall-out of the pandemic.
URGENT ACTION: Rent Freeze / Suspension of Rent & End NSF Fees & Internet for All!
The Government of Canada released the Economic Response Plan to deal with the crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The response is timely as it lays out a range of benefits for Canadians as well as businesses to stay afloat in these extremely challenging times. See here for Summary of Federal Stimulus Package
South Ottawa Re-Organizing Drive - Elections & Action Against Timbercreek’s Herongate Redevelopment!
South Ottawa ACORN members spent February and March growing their base and organizing their neighbourhood in preparation for Timbercreek’s second application for an Official Plan Amendment (OPA) which would allow them to redevelop the entire Herongate neighbourhood.
What the Federal Stimulus Package Means for You
Posted March 20, 2020
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
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 Presents Easy Financial with the Cold Heart Award
Posted March 2, 2020
Toronto.com: Scarborough man says instalment loan is 'sucking the life out of me'
Sal Costa has paid $9K in interest on $6K loan
Toronto ACORN Members Speak Out at 5 Harding Ave
February 27th, 2020 ACORN members had a tenant speak out at 5 Harding Ave!
Tricity News: Advocates say Canada's telecom prices still too high for low income consumers
An advocate for low income consumers told a CRTC hearing Tuesday that Canada's telecom companies are using "magic math" that exaggerates how much their mobile data prices have dropped in recent years.