by Chloe Hill
We’re in the midst of a global pandemic, an urgent situation that’s requiring all of us to dramatically alter the way we live and work. The Ontario government has declared a state of emergency, and recreation centres, libraries, private schools, daycares, churches, bars and restaurants have been closed down. The federal government has announced Canada… Read More
by Chloe Hill
The staff and Board of Directors at FRPO are deeply committed to the health & safety of our members and those we serve in the rental housing industry. We share in the increasing global concern about COVID-19. Therefore we have decided to postpone the following events until further notice. – Future of Submetering Webinar – Spring… Read More
by Chloe Hill
Thank you to the over 1,200 guests that attended this event held on Thursday, December 5th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The MAC Awards celebrate innovation, commitment to quality and everything that goes into promoting the brand of rental housing. Each year our members continue to raise the bar and this year was no… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
(Toronto, November 22nd) On National Housing Day, it’s important to celebrate the contributions of rental housing providers here in Ontario. While the need has never been greater, there are solutions on the horizon. Our President & CEO Tony Irwin shares his views on ensuring adequate rental supply to meet current and future demand.
by Lynzi Michal
(Toronto, ON – November 21, 2019) – Governments need to work together to prioritize the construction of new rental housing to meet the growing demand of renters according to Tony Irwin, President and CEO of the Federation of Rental-housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO), who participated in the Urban Land Institute’s panel: Rental Housing First Choice,… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
(Toronto, July 30, 2019) The FRPO Charity Golf Classic was held on Monday, July 22nd at Rattlesnake Point Golf Club. This event saw 288 players take to the links for a fun-filled day of golf and networking in support of Interval House. We sincerely thank our sponsors, attendees and volunteers for their generous support of… Read More
by Chloe Hill
(Toronto, May 2nd, 2019) Earlier today, the Honourable Steve Clark announced the provincial government’s Housing Supply Action Plan. The measures proposed will help get more purpose-built rental housing built in Ontario. It will reduce barriers to development by: Speeding up the development approvals process and reducing the costs of delay Controlling fees and charges Updating… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
(Toronto, November 30, 2018) Thank you to the over 1050 guests that attended this event held on Thursday, November 29th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The MAC Awards celebrate innovation, commitment to quality and everything that goes into promoting the brand of rental housing. Each year our members continue to raise the bar and… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
(Toronto, November 28, 2018) – The Federation of Rental Housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO) welcomes the Government of Ontario’s release of further details on the consultation towards developing a Housing Supply Action Plan. This consultation process builds on the important first step of creating an exemption from rent control for new units to incent more… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
(Toronto, November 15, 2018) – “Today’s Economic Outlook And Fiscal Review demonstrated that the Ford Government is taking a considered, measured and strategic approach to meeting the province’s housing challenges – including matters of affordability – while recognizing the need to create an environment that encourages the development of new, purpose-built rental housing. On behalf… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
(Toronto, October 10, 2018) Promising to create more housing supply was the first step, now industry leaders are calling on the Ford Government to put into action the solutions that will bring much-needed supply into the marketplace and make housing affordable for Millennials. Today, leaders from housing-related associations – the Ontario Real Estate Association… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
(Toronto, December 1, 2017) Thank you to everyone who attended this event held on Thursday, November 30th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. We are pleased to have set new attendance of over 1000 guests and a record number of submissions. The MAC Awards provide an excellent opportunity for our industry to celebrate innovation, our… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
(Toronto, November 28, 2017) Jim Murphy, president of the Federation of Rental-Housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO), is available for comment on the latest Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s (CMHC) rental market report. The report, released today, found that Ontario’s vacancy rate is the lowest it’s been since 2000, dropping from 2.1 to 1.6 per cent,… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
(Toronto, June 13, 2017) New research about Ontarians’ voting intentions, housing policy sentiment being released today at Housing Summit A large majority of Ontarians, 81%, support the introduction of a 15% Non-Resident Speculation Tax (NRST) on home purchasers who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents, shows new research conducted by Ipsos and commissioned by… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
(Toronto, June 12, 2017) New research shows a majority agrees that the provincial government needs to encourage more housing supply Ontario political parties should address home affordability in their 2018 election platforms, according to 85% of Ontarians in new research conducted by Ipsos and commissioned by the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA), Ontario Home Builders’ Association… Read More
