Beyond Housing
@beyondhousing.ca
Beyond Housing provides affordable rental housing for families seniors, and single people with low incomes in Waterloo Region. Our projects are viable, sustainable and include support services for our tenants. beyondhousing.ca
A rainy day didn’t stop the fun at 544 Bridgeport on Saturday. Tenants enjoyed a tea party to celebrate the gardens they've cared for all year, a photo contest and voting for the building's 2026 garden calendar. 🌼☕
#AffordableHousing #GardenPride
#AffordableHousing #GardenPride
November 26, 2025 at 1:49 PM
A rainy day didn’t stop the fun at 544 Bridgeport on Saturday. Tenants enjoyed a tea party to celebrate the gardens they've cared for all year, a photo contest and voting for the building's 2026 garden calendar. 🌼☕
#AffordableHousing #GardenPride
#AffordableHousing #GardenPride
Housing is hope. Housing is community. On #NationalHousingDay, we say thanks to everyone who helps make it possible.
November 22, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Housing is hope. Housing is community. On #NationalHousingDay, we say thanks to everyone who helps make it possible.
Construction has started at New beginnings in Kitchener!
We’re building 20 new affordable townhomes in partnership with Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region — with support from the @regionofwaterloo.bsky.social, CMHC, and many generous donors.
More homes. More hope.
We’re building 20 new affordable townhomes in partnership with Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region — with support from the @regionofwaterloo.bsky.social, CMHC, and many generous donors.
More homes. More hope.
November 19, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Construction has started at New beginnings in Kitchener!
We’re building 20 new affordable townhomes in partnership with Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region — with support from the @regionofwaterloo.bsky.social, CMHC, and many generous donors.
More homes. More hope.
We’re building 20 new affordable townhomes in partnership with Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region — with support from the @regionofwaterloo.bsky.social, CMHC, and many generous donors.
More homes. More hope.
And here we go!!
Construction started today on 20 new townhomes. We are partnering with Women's Crisis Services and our friends at the Region of Waterloo and CHMC. And of course many generous donors who've made personal gifts towards our $2million capital campaign. raisedonors.com/beyondhousin...
Construction started today on 20 new townhomes. We are partnering with Women's Crisis Services and our friends at the Region of Waterloo and CHMC. And of course many generous donors who've made personal gifts towards our $2million capital campaign. raisedonors.com/beyondhousin...
November 18, 2025 at 8:36 PM
And here we go!!
Construction started today on 20 new townhomes. We are partnering with Women's Crisis Services and our friends at the Region of Waterloo and CHMC. And of course many generous donors who've made personal gifts towards our $2million capital campaign. raisedonors.com/beyondhousin...
Construction started today on 20 new townhomes. We are partnering with Women's Crisis Services and our friends at the Region of Waterloo and CHMC. And of course many generous donors who've made personal gifts towards our $2million capital campaign. raisedonors.com/beyondhousin...
Looking for something to do on Sunday? How about learning more about some of the great things that are happening across Canada to address the housing crisis. There still time to register here: www.housingfilm.ca/screenings-3
November 12, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Looking for something to do on Sunday? How about learning more about some of the great things that are happening across Canada to address the housing crisis. There still time to register here: www.housingfilm.ca/screenings-3
CMHC's new Housing Design Catalogue has been unveiled. You can check it out here:
www.housingcatalogue.cmhc-schl.gc.ca
www.housingcatalogue.cmhc-schl.gc.ca
Housing Design Catalogue
The Housing Design Catalogue provides standardized designs to make homebuilding easier. It features accessory dwelling units, townhomes and multiplexes.
www.housingcatalogue.cmhc-schl.gc.ca
October 16, 2025 at 11:21 AM
CMHC's new Housing Design Catalogue has been unveiled. You can check it out here:
www.housingcatalogue.cmhc-schl.gc.ca
www.housingcatalogue.cmhc-schl.gc.ca
If a tree falls in the city, what happens? It makes way for 20 new affordable townhomes.
You can help make it possible here: raisedonors.com/beyondhousin...
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You can help make it possible here: raisedonors.com/beyondhousin...
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Tree Falling at 887 Frederick St.
YouTube video by Beyond Housing
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September 16, 2025 at 7:37 PM
If a tree falls in the city, what happens? It makes way for 20 new affordable townhomes.
You can help make it possible here: raisedonors.com/beyondhousin...
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You can help make it possible here: raisedonors.com/beyondhousin...
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An overdue update to our apartment sign at The Foundry in Elmira.
August 7, 2025 at 4:44 PM
An overdue update to our apartment sign at The Foundry in Elmira.
It's never too late to build new affordable housing. You can help make it happen! Register today or sponsor someone who already has. Together, we are making a difference.
www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
Out-Spok'n XV - 2025 Bike-a-thon June 14th
For 2025 we will be hosting a hybrid version of our bike-a-thon. You are welcome to Join us in Elmira for the traditional ride on the Kissing Bridge Trail, to join the early morning 60km ride, or to p...
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June 11, 2025 at 4:20 PM
It's never too late to build new affordable housing. You can help make it happen! Register today or sponsor someone who already has. Together, we are making a difference.
www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
Do you want to participate this weekend but don't have a bike? We've got you covered. We have one "Townie" bike with 26" wheels available for use. Call 226-476-2535 to make arrangements.
And of course, if you already have a bike, don't forget to register here: www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
And of course, if you already have a bike, don't forget to register here: www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
June 10, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Do you want to participate this weekend but don't have a bike? We've got you covered. We have one "Townie" bike with 26" wheels available for use. Call 226-476-2535 to make arrangements.
And of course, if you already have a bike, don't forget to register here: www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
And of course, if you already have a bike, don't forget to register here: www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
It's getting closer. Register now, or sponsor someone who already has, to be Out-Spok'n for new affordable housing in Waterloo Region. www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
May 22, 2025 at 11:39 AM
It's getting closer. Register now, or sponsor someone who already has, to be Out-Spok'n for new affordable housing in Waterloo Region. www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
It's that time of year again. All funds going to help build our new project in partnership with Women's Crisis Services Waterloo Region. Register here or sponsor someone who already has: www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
May 2, 2025 at 7:31 PM
It's that time of year again. All funds going to help build our new project in partnership with Women's Crisis Services Waterloo Region. Register here or sponsor someone who already has: www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
We had a fantastic "earth day" at 544 Bridgeport yesterday. Tenants pitched-in to help build new raised beds. Many hands made light work. Thank you as well to the City of Kitchener for the #lovemyhood funds to make this possible.
April 24, 2025 at 8:45 PM
We had a fantastic "earth day" at 544 Bridgeport yesterday. Tenants pitched-in to help build new raised beds. Many hands made light work. Thank you as well to the City of Kitchener for the #lovemyhood funds to make this possible.
Curious about the platforms of the various federal parties when it comes to the important topic of affordable housing? Our friends at the Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association are here to help. Check out their resources here: onpha.on.ca/election/
Election advocacy for non-profit housing providers | Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association
Election advocacy for non-profit housing providers is crucial as Ontario’s provincial election approaches.
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April 11, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Curious about the platforms of the various federal parties when it comes to the important topic of affordable housing? Our friends at the Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association are here to help. Check out their resources here: onpha.on.ca/election/
blog.kindredcu.com/charitable-f... From our from our friends at Kindred Credit Union.
Charitable Fund Spotlight: Beyond Housing
Kindred Charitable Fund recipient, Beyond Housing is helping create a place to call home for community members in Kitchener, Elmira, Waterloo, Wellesley, and St. Jacobs.
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March 14, 2025 at 1:52 PM
blog.kindredcu.com/charitable-f... From our from our friends at Kindred Credit Union.
We were featured in Your Region This Week by Roger TV last week. You can view it here:
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Beyond Housing
YouTube video by Rogers tv
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February 10, 2025 at 3:55 PM
We were featured in Your Region This Week by Roger TV last week. You can view it here:
youtu.be/jzTjo940Krs?...
youtu.be/jzTjo940Krs?...
Good News - our AGM is now online
Bad News - last minute issues - audio is not as good as we'd like.
Great News - You can still listen in on our conversation with Jen Hutton from WCSWR, and learn about our new affordable housing project in Kitchener.
youtu.be/coGTiXD-XsM?...
Bad News - last minute issues - audio is not as good as we'd like.
Great News - You can still listen in on our conversation with Jen Hutton from WCSWR, and learn about our new affordable housing project in Kitchener.
youtu.be/coGTiXD-XsM?...
January 30 2025 - Annual Meeting
YouTube video by Beyond Housing
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February 5, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Good News - our AGM is now online
Bad News - last minute issues - audio is not as good as we'd like.
Great News - You can still listen in on our conversation with Jen Hutton from WCSWR, and learn about our new affordable housing project in Kitchener.
youtu.be/coGTiXD-XsM?...
Bad News - last minute issues - audio is not as good as we'd like.
Great News - You can still listen in on our conversation with Jen Hutton from WCSWR, and learn about our new affordable housing project in Kitchener.
youtu.be/coGTiXD-XsM?...
Thank you Melissa for this nice summary. It's good to have some good news these days!
It can feel like good news is in short supply these days, but thanks to local organizations Beyond Housing and the Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region, there is some good news on the affordable housing front for women and women-led families. #CitifiedWR
Some Good News from Beyond Housing
An affordable housing project to support women and families
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February 3, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Thank you Melissa for this nice summary. It's good to have some good news these days!
Don't forget to register so that you can hear firsthand about our new project in partnership with Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region. Here's the link: beyondhousing.ca/news-events/...
January 24, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Don't forget to register so that you can hear firsthand about our new project in partnership with Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region. Here's the link: beyondhousing.ca/news-events/...
We are thrilled to share that Jennifer Hutton from
Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region will be our guest at this year's AGM. Register now to hear more about how our new project will be in partnership with them. beyondhousing.ca/news-events/...
Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region will be our guest at this year's AGM. Register now to hear more about how our new project will be in partnership with them. beyondhousing.ca/news-events/...
January 17, 2025 at 12:35 PM
We are thrilled to share that Jennifer Hutton from
Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region will be our guest at this year's AGM. Register now to hear more about how our new project will be in partnership with them. beyondhousing.ca/news-events/...
Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region will be our guest at this year's AGM. Register now to hear more about how our new project will be in partnership with them. beyondhousing.ca/news-events/...
Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday January 30th You can register to attend here: beyondhousing.ca/news-events/...
January 13, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday January 30th You can register to attend here: beyondhousing.ca/news-events/...
Over 400 people work up this morning thankful for the affordable housing they call home. Thank you for the gift of home.
raisedonors.com/beyondhousin...
raisedonors.com/beyondhousin...
December 25, 2024 at 2:11 PM
Over 400 people work up this morning thankful for the affordable housing they call home. Thank you for the gift of home.
raisedonors.com/beyondhousin...
raisedonors.com/beyondhousin...
On the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, we are honoured to recognize the incredible work of our new partner Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region.
Stay tuned for updates on our new project with them.
Stay tuned for updates on our new project with them.
December 6, 2024 at 5:45 PM
On the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, we are honoured to recognize the incredible work of our new partner Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region.
Stay tuned for updates on our new project with them.
Stay tuned for updates on our new project with them.
Nice to see this announcement with Habitat, @unioncoopwr.bsky.social and other local partners in Waterloo Region. www.therecord.com/news/waterlo...
Waterloo council aims to put land worth $20M into affordable housing project
Proposal would see Habitat for Humanity charity get the land for free to develop 1,010 low-cost homes.
www.therecord.com
November 30, 2024 at 1:18 PM
Nice to see this announcement with Habitat, @unioncoopwr.bsky.social and other local partners in Waterloo Region. www.therecord.com/news/waterlo...