On the Way Home is a podcast that brings together the voices and issues involved in ending homelessness in Canada. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The non-profit sector wants and needs to play a larger part in developing affordable housing. How can that happen? Jeanhy Shim and Mukhtar Latif from Crosswalk Communities are on the pod this week to share their innovative ideas on how they can enable non-profits to build affordable housing through creative and well-researched models of financing. We chat about what’s holding the sector back and what has to happen moving forward with these two brilliant individuals who have years of incredible experience between them. Take a listen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/12/24 • 62:27
This week on the pod we welcome back the brilliant Carolyn Whitzman who has just released a new book called “Home Truths- Fixing the Housing Canada’s Housing Crisis”. We chat about how the book came about, how we got into this mess in the first place in regard to the housing crisis, what we need to consider when we are trying to get a pulse on what’s needed in terms of housing, and what are some of the possible solutions moving forward. It’s a discussion you won’t want to miss! Take a listen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/5/24 • 51:05
This week Acting President of Cahdco, Adrian Schut joins us on the pod to talk all about the inspiring and innovative work Cahdco is doing in the housing sector, his unique journey into the work he is doing now, and the trends he’s seeing in the sector around the building of affordable housing, and much, much, more. Take a listen!”On the Way Home acknowledges that the land across Canada on which we are grateful to have the opportunity to work is the home and territories of many Indigenous peoples. In York Region where Blue Door is located, we respectfully recognize we are on the traditional territories of the Wendat, Haudenosaunee, and Anishinaabe peoples, and that this is the treaty land of the Mississauga’s of the Credit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/28/24 • 29:57
This week on the pod we welcome back returning guest, Scott MacAfee, Chair of the National Advisory Council on Poverty, as we talk about their newly released annual report. Scott talks about what they heard, how things have changed year over year, and what his hopes are for the impact of the report moving forward. You won’t want to miss it!” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/21/24 • 41:00
This week on the pod we are joined by the legendary Mitchell Cohen, president and CEO of The Daniels Corporation, as we chat about his newly released book “Rhythms of Change” which chronicles the journey of the revitalization of Regent Park. We talk about his journey into the sector, how the revitalization project came about, what the challenges were, why it is so successful, and of course the book itself. It’s one podcast you won’t want to miss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/14/24 • 61:09
Join us for a special Q&A with Michael Braithwaite, CEO of Blue Door, as he answers your questions on tackling homelessness and providing supportive housing. Hear his insights on Blue Door’s mission, the housing crisis, and how we can all make a difference. Don’t miss this impactful conversation! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/7/24 • 31:16
Join us as we explore Canada’s social policy landscape with two experts: Ricardo Tranjan, Ph.D., from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, and Liam Fisher from New Brunswick’s Human Development Council. Ricardo shares insights from his bestselling book The Tenant Class and his research on income supports and housing, while Liam discusses how accessible community data can drive informed decision-making.On the Way Home acknowledges that the land across Canada on which we are grateful to have the opportunity to work is the home and territories of many Indigenous peoples. In York Region where Blue Door is located, we respectfully recognize we are on the traditional territories of the Wendat, Haudenosaunee, and Anishinaabe peoples, and that this is the treaty land of the Mississauga’s of the Credit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/31/24 • 50:11
Not just another amazing Guy! This week Guy Felicella joins us on the pod to share his incredible and hopeful story of surviving and thriving through addiction and homelessness. It’s as real as it gets and so inspiring, you won’t want to miss it.On the Way Home acknowledges that the land across Canada on which we are grateful to have the opportunity to work is the home and territories of many Indigenous peoples. In York Region where Blue Door is located, we respectfully recognize we are on the traditional territories of the Wendat, Haudenosaunee, and Anishinaabe peoples, and that this is the treaty land of the Mississauga’s of the Credit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/24/24 • 36:07
This week on the pod we talk with Tyler Campbell, the Director of Children and Social Services at the City of Greater Sudbury about the challenges facing people experiencing in Norther Ontario, how Sudbury acts as a hub for services in the north, and the incredibly innovative solutions and partnership the city is work in their battle to end homelessness.On the Way Home acknowledges that the land across Canada on which we are grateful to have the opportunity to work is the home and territories of many Indigenous peoples. In York Region where Blue Door is located, we respectfully recognize we are on the traditional territories of the Wendat, Haudenosaunee, and Anishinaabe peoples, and that this is the treaty land of the Mississauga’s of the Credit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/17/24 • 41:56
This week on the pod we have the brilliant Meg Davis, Chief Development Officer at Waterfront Toronto with us to talk about the innovative and inspiring work Waterfront Toronto is doing to help add much needed deeply affordable housing to the City of Toronto. Its one you won’t want to miss Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/10/24 • 32:03
This week on the pod we have a panel of experts who talk about the challenges that face people with developmental disabilities face when trying to access affordable, accessible and supportive housing. We talk about the incredible work they are doing, and some of the innovative work they are working on to make a lasting impact in the sector.On the Way Home acknowledges that the land across Canada on which we are grateful to have the opportunity to work is the home and territories of many Indigenous peoples. In York Region where Blue Door is located, we respectfully recognize we are on the traditional territories of the Wendat, Haudenosaunee, and Anishinaabe peoples, and that this is the treaty land of the Mississauga’s of the Credit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/3/24 • 53:24
This week on the pod I’m joined by Matt Young, the CEO and President of Republic Developments, as we talk about the coalition he formed called “CANT or Coalition Against New Home Taxes”. In our conversation he explains how the taxes on new homes being built have risen dramatically over the years and passed on to consumers, and how by reducing those taxes we could create housing that would be much more affordable for all. That and much, much more on this week’s OTWH podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/26/24 • 32:54
Two of our nation’s top experts in Mental Health join us this week on the podcast to chat about Mental Health in Canada. Rebecca Shields, CEO of CMHA York/Simcoe and Keir MacDonald, CEO of Coast Mental Health talk about mental health picture in Ontario and B.C., what the challenges are, some solutions they both are working on, and their hopes for the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/19/24 • 52:31
Reza and Safiyah from the John Howard Society of Ontario join us to discuss the recent new report, “Locked up. Locked Out: The Revolving Door of Homelessness and Ontario’s Justice System,” which demonstrates how justice system involvement is a leading cause – and result – of housing loss in Ontario Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/12/24 • 49:13
It’s On The Way Home’s first international panel as we welcome experts from Finland, the UK, the US and Canada for a chat around our international response to housing refugees. We hear about how the challenges each country is facing, what their response has been, what has to change and their hopes for the future Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/5/24 • 69:31
This week Tim Coldwell, the Co-Founder and CEO of Énska Advisors joins us on the podcast to chat about his incredible journey at the helm of one of Canada’s largest and most innovative general contractors, how he recently chose to re-invent himself by starting Enska Advisors, and finally about his Fifty by 50 challenge to address the well documented skilled trades shortage. You won’t want to miss this inspiring conversation! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/25/24 • 34:27
This week we are joined by Lara, Alesia, Jill and Denise, four experts from slightly different areas involving Seniors and Homelessness. A doctor specializing in harm reduction and supporting those experiencing homelessness, a social worker specializing in seniors, a geriatrician, and PhD in Health geography. We chat about a recent research paper Jill led with Alesia about how Toronto’s Homeless Shelters are failing our seniors, what Dr. Lara is seeing in her senior patients in Calgary, and what the research is showing Denise around seniors and homelessness in British Columbia. We talk about the challenges, the solutions and our hopes for the future when it comes to supporting seniors experiencing homelessness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/18/24 • 51:56
This week, podcast regular Nick Falvo joins us along with Mel and Julie from CHRA and Emily from A Way Home Canada, to talk about a recent study tour that took a group of Canadians to London, England to learn about some of the amazing work they are doing to create affordable housing and end homelessness. We talk about what they learned, surprises along the way, what we can bring back to Canada and what we might be able to share with the good folks in the UK. This podcast was a ton of fun and really eye opening! As well we talk about next year’s plan for a study tour in Finland! You won’t want to miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/11/24 • 63:27
This week on the pod we are joined by the brilliant Khulud Baig, Director of Policy and Community Engagement at the Women’s National Housing and Homeless Network, and Michele Biss, the National Director at the National Right to Housing Network to chat about their new Solutions Lab project they’ve been working on with a focus on creating Shelter Standards for Women and Gender Diverse people. We chat about how it came about, what the feedback has been so far, and what next steps in the process are. You don’t want to miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/4/24 • 39:40
Today on the 'On The Way Home' we welcome the senior housing panel to discuss aging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/28/24 • 71:08
This week we are joined by Elle, Ebony and Jessica from CMHC to chat about a new tool, “Capital Connect” that helps to connect non profits in need of capital to build housing, and investors who are looking to invest. We talk about how it came about, who it’s for, how it works, and how our listeners can access it. That and much, much more on this week’s On The Way Home podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/20/24 • 37:24
On this week’s pod, we talk with film maker Alex Sheremet about the documentary he made along with Joel Parrish, looking at the brilliant life of poet and novelist Bruce Parrish. We talk about Bruce’s experiences with homelessness, mental health and addiction, and how he pushed forward to share his art with the world, and why they decided to document his life and work after his passing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/13/24 • 32:13
This week on the pod we are joined by researcher Negar Shahryari to talk about what homelessness looks like in the Middle East and South Africa (MESA). She walks us through the research she and her colleagues published, and the challenges they faced in putting it together, as well as what her hopes are moving forward in the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/6/24 • 19:21
This week on the pod, I speak with CEO of Social Innovation Canada, on the role social innovation plays in solving the housing crisis. We talk about Social Innovation Canada’s beginnings, how they’ve pivoted in the last few years, some great examples of social innovation in housing, who some of their partners are, and finally on her hopes for the future. It’s one you won’t want to miss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/30/24 • 37:39
This week on the pod, we are joined by lived expert Kenn Bell who shares his life and housing journey with us from childhood to the present. He talks about how a family health challenge pushed the family out of their home, the challenges they faced, and how he’s always found a way to give back now matter where he was in his cross country travels. Its an inspiring, hopeful and beautiful conversation, and one you won’t want to miss Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/23/24 • 28:00
Indwell- 50 years of building and providing affordable housing that transforms lives” – “This week on the pod we are joined by Indwell CEO Jeff Neven to talk about the inspiring and incredible work Indwell continues to lead in the affordable housing space. We touch on the history of Indwell, what makes Indwell unique in the space, some of the projects they’ve done, the partnerships they’ve made, what they are working on now, and what has to happen in the future in order to create the affordable housing our country desperately needs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/16/24 • 37:01
Innovative ways to develop capital for the development of affordable housing” – “This week on the pod we speak with Suzanne Fazia, the Knowledge Lead at Tapestry Community Capital, on role of community bonds to help raise capital to build and acquire affordable housing. She shares some examples of Tapestry’s past work, what they are working on now, and breaks down how the purchase of community bonds truly can work to support non-profits and charities in raising the capital they need to move their mission forward.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/9/24 • 36:40
A conversation with CEO of Spotlight Development, Sherry Larjani” – “This week on the pod we are joined by Sherry Larjani, the inspirational CEO of Spotlight Development. We talk about how in 2019 she developed “Reina”, a project with Canada's first all-female development team to raise awareness of gender inequality in the industry and the many roles women can play, how Spotlight came to be, and her hopes for the future of Spotlight and it’s role in developing affordable housing.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/2/24 • 32:07
On a special podcast this week, we are joined by experts Tim Richter(CAEH), Courtney Lockhart (CHFC), Carolyn Whitzman, Nick Gefucia (EllisDon Community Builders) and Andrew McKenzie (ONPHA) to talk about the recent budget dropped by the Federal Government with the biggest investment in housing since the 2nd World War. We talk about what they got right, what might have been missed, what has to happen next, and much, much more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/25/24 • 62:58
We might not often think of Appraisers as an important part of keeping housing affordable, but they absolutely play a large part. Eric Tworo, President of the Ontario Association of the Appraisal Institute of Canada joins us on the pod to talk about the role appraisers play in housing, how they help to keep it affordable, what skills are involved and how there are unique pieces to appraising affordable housing, and lastly how the non-profit sector is a growth area for the profession moving forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/18/24 • 25:32
