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ONPHA Opening Doors PodcastS2E7 - Managing Procurement Amid US TariffsIn this episode of the Opening Doors podcast, Andrew McKenzie, ONPHA’s Director of Operations, and David Rourke, Principal at Round Table Procurement Services and director of the ONPHA Enterprise purchasing program, discuss the impact of global tariffs on community housing. David shares strategies like analyzing supply chains, negotiating prices, and prioritizing Canadian suppliers to mitigate reliance on imports.Learn how ONPHA Enterprise offers expert procurement guidance and resources and access to preferred suppliers for ONPHA Members to navigate current economic challenges.2025-05-2225 minONPHA Opening Doors PodcastS2E6 - Post-election pulse: Impacts, insights, and housing prioritiesOur latest ONPHA Opening Doors podcast is a must for community housing leaders and advocates. Join Marlene Coffey (ONPHA), alongside special guests Keith Hambly (Fred Victor), Mwarigha (WoodGreen Community Housing), and Adam Sweedland (CityHousing Hamilton), with Alex Armanious of StrategyCorp moderating. Together, they dive into the federal election’s impact, unpack ONPHA’s Build, Protect, and Support strategy, and share insights to strengthen the sector and address Canada’s housing crisis.2025-05-151h 08ONPHA Opening Doors PodcastS2E5 - Avoiding the Fangs: A Guide to Unlocking Property Tax SavingsIn this episode of ONPHA Opening Doors, we’re tackling Avoiding the Fangs: A Guide to Unlocking Property Tax Savings. Ever seen those dreaded fangs on your financial chart when expenses outpace revenue, and those red lines look like they’re ready to take a bite out of your budget? Fear not! Join us as we learn how to unlock savings. In 2022, Centretown Citizens Ottawa Corporation (CCOC) secured property tax reductions through the provincial superior court, saving millions across its portfolio and evading those menacing fangs! Property taxes can be a significant burden on non-profit housing budgets, espec...2025-04-1045 minONPHA Opening Doors PodcastS2E4 - Where do we go from here? Implementing effective inclusion strategiesExplore the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in community housing. Led by ONPHA’s Reaching Equity Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) committee, this episode moves beyond simply addressing challenges, focusing instead on paving the way for tangible, actionable progress in the sector.Special guests Shaun Simms, Chief, People, Communications and Strategy Officer at Ottawa Community Housing Corporation, Marcel Greaux, President & CEO of Planexa Labs, Catharine Vandelinde, Executive Director of Options Housing, and Andrew McKenzie, Director of Operations at Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association, share their insights on advancing DEI within the sector. Discover strategies to foster inclusivity in...2025-02-271h 17ONPHA Opening Doors PodcastS2E3 - How to drive housing change now and beyond the electionThe provincial election is a crucial moment for affordable housing advocacy, but the work doesn’t stop when the votes are counted. In this episode of ONPHA's Opening Doors Podcast, we’re joined by Liam Thompson, Consultant at StrategyCorp Inc., ONPHA’s long-time advocacy partner, to explore how ONPHA gathers intelligence, engages decision-makers, and drives change. Get inspired with practical ways to advocate at the local level, influence housing policy, and build momentum that lasts beyond the election. Whether you’re a large or small housing provider, advocate, or community leader, this conversation will equip you to make an i...2025-02-1330 minONPHA Opening Doors PodcastS2E02 - Streamlining your housing operations with technologyUnlock the full potential of technology in community housing and confront the challenges head-on.In this episode of ONPHA's Opening Doors podcast, special guests Peter Altobelli, Vice President/General Manager of Sales at Yardi Systems Inc., Chris Dulny, Chief Digital, Data, and Innovation Officer at PwC Canada, and Deanna Veltri, Senior Manager at Deloitte Canada, share their insights on leveraging tech trends to transform community housing. Discover how technology can be a game-changer for community housing—driving efficiency, improving services, and enhancing tenant experiences.2025-01-081h 03ONPHA Opening Doors PodcastS2E01 - Navigating policy changes with smart supplier solutionsOntario’s new purchasing rules bring big challenges for non-profits, including more reporting, stricter compliance, and supply chain scrutiny. But the right supplier partnerships can make it easier. In this episode of ONPHA's Opening Doors podcast, special guest David Rourke, Principal of Round Table Procurement Services, shares insights on how strategic supplier partnerships can simplify compliance, streamline operations, and reduce stress. Discover how to navigate these changes and develop a smarter purchasing strategy to keep your organization running smoothly.2024-12-121h 03ONPHA Opening Doors PodcastS1E05 - Navigating Data & Action in Affordable HousingIn this episode of ONPHA's Opening Doors podcast, we delve into the importance of strategic growth through acquisitions in the community housing sector.Special guests Stéphane Giguère, CEO of Ottawa Community Housing, and Katie Maslechko, CEO of Rental Protection Fund, share their experiences and insights on leveraging partnerships, equity, and capacity building to address the housing crisis.2024-05-2446 min
On The Way HomeHousing and Homelessness experts weigh in on the Federal BudgetOn 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.2024-04-251h 02ONPHA Opening Doors PodcastS1E04 - Tackling the Housing Crisis with Data-Driven SolutionsIn this episode of ONPHA's Opening Doors podcast, we discuss the launch of the LEMR Housing Monitor, a centralized data mapping tool that provides information on the low-end of the market housing stock in urban regions across Canada.Special guests Daniel Liadsky, Managing Director at Purpose Analytics, and Megan Earle, Data Scientist at Canadian Centre for Housing Rights, join Marlene Coffey, CEO of ONPHA, to talk about why this tool matters, how we can use it to make a difference, and what story the data is telling us right now.For more information on the...2024-04-0328 minONPHA Opening Doors PodcastS1E03 - Leading from Within: Embracing Authenticity and Navigating ChangeIn this episode of ONPHA’s Opening Doors podcast, we explore the keys to finding your unique leadership style, leading with authenticity, and navigating change in the non-profit space with confidence. Special guest Jodi Zigelstein-Yip, Chief HR Innovator and Founder of Enliven HR Consulting Inc., joins Marlene Coffey, CEO, ONPHA, to share insights that will inspire leaders at every stage, from seasoned executives to those new to the role or aspiring to climb the leadership ladder. 2024-01-2533 minONPHA Opening Doors PodcastS1E02 - The Value of Smart Procurement in Non-Profit HousingIn this episode of the ONPHA Opening Doors podcast, we're joined by David Rourke, Principal at Round Table Procurement Services. David shares his wealth of knowledge on smart procurement, the value of shared services for housing providers, and the benefits of the ONPHA Enterprise procurement program. 2023-11-1709 minONPHA Opening Doors PodcastS1E01 - From the Netherlands to Ontario: Sharing International Housing InsightsIn this episode of ONPHA's Opening Doors podcast, we sit down with Henk Korevaar, founder and owner of CorpoNet.Henk joins us live onsite at the 2023 ONPHA Conference in Toronto to chat about lessons learned from abroad, innovative housing technology, ONPHA's new international speaker series, and more.2023-11-1712 min
Growth Is Personal with Emeka Nwarulor#63: Fikayo Aderoju: From Sleeping on a Friend's Couch to Becoming a Force for ChangeFikayo is the founder and executive director of Project Impacting Lives (PIL), a non-profit organization dedicated to meeting the day-to-day needs of people facing homelessness in Canada. Through PIL, he has spearheaded numerous transformative projects, including distributing winter care packages to 1,500 individuals in need, organizing scholarship funds, coordinating toy drives, and ensuring the distribution of food to the Toronto community.His passion for social change extends beyond PIL. As an executive member of the esteemed York University Black Alumni Network (YUBAN) and former head of housing for the Toronto Youth Cabinet, Fikayo has been an influential advocate for...2023-10-091h 07
eryののうみそヘブンRADIO#53(2022/8/4)恋愛相談・友情相談_ゲスト：高木公美子・Riu Nakamuraイラストレーター・トラックメイカーのeryです。今回はクリエイティブ・プロダクションONPHA Inc.のディレクターの高木公美子さんとフォトグラファーのRiu Nakamuraをゲストに迎え、恋愛相談及び友情相談回です。
相変わらずマイペースで大味なアドバイスではありますが、何か役に立っていることを願います。最終的には何かと対人関係のストレスを回避するには、個で生きる力を求められる現代社会で、Riuさんはそれに特化した完全最強個体ということがわかりました。2022-08-0439 minOn The Way HomeVote4HousingJoin us on On The Way Home for a special podcast around the #Vote4Housing campaign as we chat with Marlene Coffey from ONPHA and Tim Ross from CHF Canada to learn what the campaign is all about, why it’s so important, and how we all can get involved Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-2634 min
eryののうみそヘブンRADIO#41(2022/2/3)恋愛相談_ゲスト：高木公美子・Riu Nakamuraイラストレーター・トラックメイカーのeryです。今回はクリエイティブ・プロダクションONPHA Inc.のディレクターの高木公美子さんとフォトグラファーのRiu Nakamuraをゲストに迎え、恋愛相談回です！悩める20代女子（推定）のお悩みたちにしれっとした目で回答しているお二人がとても良いです。そもそも私も2人もあまり悩まない人たちでした。愛とは何かを知りたければハムスターを飼え！！2022-02-0344 mineryののうみそヘブンRADIO#32(2021/7/1）自分の家族の変なルール_ゲスト：高木公美子イラストレーター・トラックメイカーのeryです。今回はゲストに最近ONPHA inc.を設立したコミュニケーション・ディレクターの高木公美子さんを迎え、「自分の家族の変なルール」について話しています。高木家で使われる言葉「ラッタッタ」「卵ぽん」とは？他、お母さんに返信は不要、パンツはお風呂で洗ってから洗濯する、犬が死んだ後もなぜか取っておくもの。など今回も不思議お便りたくさんありがとうございます。そして、我が家ではバスマットの代わりに本日の洗濯物を踏みつけます。家族ルールは簡単には変えられません。。。2021-07-0243 min