CEHL, co-operatives, and their members each hold unique and vital roles in ensuring the success of the co-operative housing model.
During 2022 CEHL embarked on a Member Value project, engaging in extensive consultations with its co-op members to define the respective responsibilities of co-ops and CEHL.
The outcome of this initiative was the creation of the Member Value Statement which serves as a guiding document shaping CEHL’s ongoing efforts and commitments.
How the CEHL co-operative housing model works
The Member Value Statement
How do co-ops provide value to their members?
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Affordable, sustainable housing
having housing that is affordable with an ongoing lease -
Maintenance
co-op housing is well maintained -
Influence
members have a say in how the co-op is governed, and how resources are used -
Accountability
co-op leadership is accountable and transparent -
Connection
feeling connected to members of your co-op and being part of a supportive community
How does CEHL provide value to our co-ops?
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Accountability
CEHL leadership is accountable and transparent -
Communication
CEHL shares important and relevant information with members co-ops, in ways that are easy to access and understand -
Co-op resources and support
member co-ops are provided with resources, policies and support along with accurate and consistent advice -
Training for members
CEHL supports learning and growth for members to be able to manage their co-ops -
Maintenance
Co-op housing is well maintained -
Houses for members
CEHL manages a property portfolio, co-ops access new properties. or hand-back properties that are too expensive to maintain or no longer needed. CEHL secures funding and develops new housing that enables co-ops to grow -
Advocacy
CEHL represents co-ops to the wider community and advocates for co-op housing.
How to apply for co-op housing
Housing co-op members enjoy long-term tenancies, affordable rent and are part of a supportive community.
