Don Iveson

Don Iveson was appointed to the board of directors of CMHC in June 2024.

As Edmonton’s 35th mayor, Don Iveson oversaw the development and execution of the city’s pro-density housing supply and regulatory reforms and Community Energy Transition Strategy. He was an honourary witness to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. He also implemented the first trauma-informed all-staff Indigenous awareness and reconciliation training program at a major Canadian city.

He also served as Chair of Canada’s Big City Mayors Caucus for 5 years. This extended his political leadership to the national stage at a time when cities were responding to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. As Chair, Mr. Iveson helped to shape the National Housing Strategy and influence the federal government to commit to ending chronic homelessness nationwide.

A passionate volunteer, Mr. Iveson is a member of the Expert Panel on Adaptation at the Canadian Climate Institute. He also serves as Co-Chair of the Task Force on Housing and Climate and volunteers as Co-Chair of the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness.

Mr. Iveson founded Civic Good in December of 2021, providing strategic advice on climate, housing, civic innovation and complex governance issues.