Tool Kit Main Page

An Introduction to Our Journey

Our Community Challenge Statement

Housing Definitions and Key Messages

From NIMBYISM to YIMBYISM!

Community Planning: SDGs, Data Capacity, and the Affordability Matrix

Creating a Better Housing Environment: The Role of Philanthropy

Creating a Better Housing Environment: The Role of Municipalities

Social Finance Primer for Communities

Social Finance: Strategies, Financing Models, Canadian Organizations, and Pro-Forma Financial Model

Regional Housing Task Force South Georgian Bay

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For a deeper dive, check these links to regional data reports including Vital Focus on Housing published by the Community Foundation Grey Bruce, videos of important affordable housing presentations, and successful projects in other jurisdictions.

Community-led Village Design Statement [VDS] programme is a collaborative and participative approach to village planning and design that gives local communities – working in partnership with local authorities and statutory agencies – a real voice in deciding how their villages are planned and shaped for the future.