221 – Community bonds: Raising capital for affordable housing

November 8, 2024
2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

As rents rise and the housing market tightens, non-profit organizations are increasingly turning to innovative solutions to fund affordable housing. One of the most effective tools they’re using? Community bonds. 

Join us to explore this powerful financing strategy that non-profit and cooperative housing providers across Canada are leveraging to bridge funding gaps, reinvest in their communities, and expand their network of supporters. 

Here’s what you can expect from this session: 

  • Discover community bonds: Learn how these unique financing tools, issued by community organizations rather than corporations or governments, can energize your funding strategy. 
  • Expert insights: Hear from the Tapestry Community Capital team, who specialize in raising community bonds, and gain firsthand knowledge from affordable housing providers who have benefited from this model. 
  • Real-world applications: Explore how community bonds have been used to achieve impactful results and how you can harness their potential for your own projects. 

Don’t miss this chance to explore how this model can drive success for your affordable housing initiatives. 

Presented By

Kylie Adair

Communications Lead, Tapestry Community Capital

Mike Bulthuis

Executive Director, Ottawa Community Land Trust

Jennifer van Gennip

Director of Communications & Advocacy, Redwood Park Communities

Kyle Zhang

Impact & Growth Associate, Tapestry Community Capital

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