Bill 6, the “Safer Municipalities Act” and Bill 10, the “Protect Ontario Through Safer Streets and Stronger Communities Act” have received Royal Assent in Ontario. These laws criminalize homeless and vulnerable populations and increase liability for landlords, including CCOC. What is Bill 6 and what does it mean for people in Ontario? Bill 6 would […]
At CCOC, we believe that tenants should have a voice in shaping the policies and practices that affect their homes and communities. That’s why we’re excited to introduce CCOC Circles — a new, low-barrier way for tenants to get involved and speak directly to decision makers at CCOC. As part of our ongoing governance renewal […]
Like many in our community, CCOC faces ongoing financial pressure from rising costs. Expenses like repairing and maintaining buildings, utilities, insurance, and staffing have increased significantly, and they continue to rise faster than CCOC’s revenues. Rents paid by tenants make up 59% of CCOC’s annual income, which means they are the primary way of paying […]
