An intensive training that covers the basics of affordable housing development, and how to complete project feasibility study. This training is for gaining an understanding of critical development activities and how to take a project from a concept to making a go- or no-go decision. This training is for participants who represent organizations in the early development stages, and/or organizations who support the creation of affordable housing (policy-makers, staff, lenders, funders, or development professionals).
Participants will receive a certification upon completion and become a member of the Toolbox+ alumni network.
Key topics covered in this training:
- Affordable housing development 101 and a brief history of housing in Canada;
- Essential guiding project documents and governance models;
- The development stages and project team;
- Land evaluation, acquisitions, development of a project concept;
- Partnership development;
- Understanding funding opportunities, funding stacks and proforma modelling;
- And more.
Key details about the training:
- This training is virtual-only and is delivered through Zoom and Mighty Networks
- This training is available nation-wide
- Participants must commit to 4 consecutive half-days (maximum 3 hours per day, starting at 12 PM EST).
- Registration for this training is done per participant. Organizations can enroll numerous participants as long as availability allows. Registration will be opening soon!
Participant testimonial about Blueprints (*please note that Blueprints was offered in a different format in the past):
“The Blueprints program by Cahdco offers an incredible learning experience. Whether you’re a seasoned player in the affordable housing sector or just starting out, the program caters to everyone. The facilitators, who are extremely knowledgeable in the housing sector, guide you effortlessly through the process of determining a viable project. Their insights and resources provide an easy-to-follow path for building affordable housing. I highly recommend this program to any non-profit involved in housing development.”
-Patrick McKenna, Naomi Society of Antigonish, Nova Scotia
Please fill out our request form if you would like to learn more about Blueprints or email toolbox@cahdco.org
These offerings will be launched in January 2025!