Administrative support for National Housing Council shifted from CMHC to the Minister

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The National Housing Strategy Act has been updated so that the Minister—rather than Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)—is now responsible for providing the National Housing Council with the administrative services and facilities it needs to carry out its work. This change moves the administrative support obligation up to the ministerial level. Organizations and individuals who interact with the National Housing Council, such as housing advocates, applicants, and stakeholders appearing before the Council, should be aware that administrative queries and support matters now flow through the Minister's office rather than CMHC. No other substantive obligations under the Act appear to have changed.

Who this affects: National Housing Council members · Federal Housing Advocate · housing advocacy organizations · stakeholders appearing before the National Housing Council