Stories & News
Find the latest co-op housing stories, updates, and news articles here.
To get this news—and more— delivered directly to your inbox, subscribe to our newsletter.
Browse by story type.
January 12, 2024
Tips
Waste Connections Winter Weather Advisory: Information You Need to Know
Due to the severe cold snap we are experiencing coupled with the other winter weather conditions, that there may be service delays at Waste Connections customer sites.
Here are some quick and easy tips to help minimize delays.
January 8, 2024
Tips
How to Protect Your Housing Co-operative during Winter Weather
Snow and ice brings a unique set of safety and accessibility challenges for housing co-operatives, including greater winter risks due to slippery conditions.
A little extra care this winter will go a long way towards keeping your co-op safe and accessible.
October 18, 2023
Tips
What You Need to Know About Mini-split Heating & Cooling Systems
Mini-split heating and cooling systems are a reliable and energy-efficient solution. They can enhance comfort and air quality while reducing energy costs and providing flexibility in how you heat and cool your co-op's homes.
Also known as ductless mini-split systems, they are a popular option for residential and business heating and cooling needs.
August 23, 2023
Tips
How to Deal with Raccoons at your Housing Co-op
Raccoons have a bad rap for making a mess in pursuit of the perfect meal. They are often labelled dumpster-divers, pond-raiders and garden-destroyers. This behaviour makes them valuable for cleaning up unwanted food from other animals, but gets them into trouble in and around our housing co-operatives.
July 10, 2023
Tips
Window Safety Tips to Prevent Kids from Falls
While window falls can result in serious injury or even death, they are also largely preventable through simple measures that can be taken by parents, caregivers, and communities.
