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CMHC and Accessible Housing


Accessibility is embedded across our practices at CMHC

Accessibility is a key part of everything we do. We work to promote inclusivity in our office, online resources, products and programs. By doing this, we help developers create housing that can be adapted to meet diverse needs, supporting communities where people of all ages and abilities can live safely and independently.

Create Inclusive Homes with Our Guides

Universal design ensures spaces are inclusive and adaptable to all abilities, offering a competitive edge with designs that meet current needs and evolve over time. Read more about universal design.

Universal design for new multi-unit residential buildings

Learn how to create adaptable spaces that meet changing needs without expensive renovations, helping residents thrive in their homes.

Download the Universal Design Guide

Design accessible homes with the Standard on Accessible Dwellings

Get practical advice on designing spaces that meet different needs and ensure accessibility without expensive renovations.

Download Canada’s National Standard

Project Profiles

CMHC project profiles highlight innovative accessible housing solutions across Canada, developed through CMHC and National Housing Strategy programs.

 

Apartment 303: A showcase for universal design

Learn more about Apartment 303’s features — like its adaptable layouts, furniture and fixtures designed for seniors and people with disabilities.

 
 

The MacDonald Centre for Independent Living

Read about this centrally located 3-story building with 40 affordable, accessible, and energy-efficient apartments for individuals with disabilities.

 
 

SAFERhome Universal Design Affordable Housing Demonstration

Gain insight into precision-built homes with universal design for aging in place, combining affordability, functionality and safety for all residents.

 
 

Affordable, accessible and energy efficient housing for seniors

Discover this 60-unit development that includes 54 affordable one-bedroom apartments, 19 of which are fully accessible, with 10 units reserved for veterans through Royal Canadian Legion referrals.

 
 

Martha Place: A new start and a safe home

Learn more about this 60-unit, 4-story apartment offering accessible housing for seniors, people with disabilities, and other priority groups, including 50 affordable units.

 
 

Seniors’ Housing Stability Solutions Lab

Explore ways to help low-income senior renters stay in stable housing and age in place by tackling non-financial challenges and finding sustainable community housing solutions.

 

Research Reports

Examine the accessibility of housing, services and opportunities for accessible housing and communities.

Barriers and Enablers to the Uptake of Visitable Housing in Canada: Stakeholder Perceptions

Ideas from builders, advocates, and policymakers on how to make visitable housing more common.

Sector Initiatives to Meet Accessible Housing Needs

Highlighting 11 innovative multi-unit buildings across Canada that meet diverse housing needs at market-level costs.

Housing Conditions of Visible Minority Households

Explore the housing conditions of visible minority households, especially those in core housing need.

Data Tables

Learn more about the housing conditions, financial status and demographic characteristics of visible minority households.

  • Household Characteristics of Visible Minority Groups
  • Household Income, Costs and STIRs of Visible Minority Groups
  • Adequacy, Suitability and Affordability statistics for visible minority groups
  • Visible Minority Households in Core Housing Need

Corporate Objectives

We’re working to improve accessibility. Our goal is to remove barriers, promote inclusivity, and ensure all Canadians have fair access to housing.

Accessibility at CMHC

We’re focused on making things accessible and inclusive by removing barriers to create fair environments, services and opportunities for everyone.

2023 – 2025 Accessibility Plan

Our 2023–2025 Accessibility Plan outlines our commitment to enhancing accessibility across CMHC, with a promise to go further whenever possible.

Progress Report

Explore the strides we've made in bringing our accessibility plan to life.

Read the 2024 report

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For questions, feedback or to request documents in alternative formats:

Email us a contactcentre@cmhc.ca
Call us at 1-800-668-2642
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