People who live in them say they offer an attractive, low-cost alternative as the price of renting and buying property rises. Here’s how housing #coops work and why we might start hearing more about them in #Canada.

Freshwinds Housing Co-op in #Sackville plans a 63-unit eco-village using community bonds to help fund its $25M project. Aiming for net-zero emissions, it will include accessible and affordable units. The co-op model ensures non-profit, cost-based housing.

At HSB brf Fosietorp in Malmö, #Sweden, a seniors' choir is doing more than singing—it’s building community. From old hits to holiday parties and family days, neighbours connect across generations. #CooperativeHousing

The 2025 European Responsible Housing Awards named 25 finalists from 12 countries, honoring innovative, inclusive, and sustainable housing projects. The awards highlight tenant-led, community-based solutions shaping Europe's #affordable housing future.

Can housing be non-speculative, community-driven, and sustainable?. Read how La Raval housing #cooperative in Manresa, #Catalonia is reshaping a historic city center in #Spain. #IYC2025 #CooperativeHousing #HousingSolutions

We spoke with Magnus Ulaner, Head of #Sustainability at HSB—one of #Sweden’s largest housing coop associations—to discuss how HSB is tackling environmental challenges in housing. Watch the video to see how HSB is putting sustainability into action.

What sets housing #coops apart? It's all in the principles. Built on self-help, responsibility, and mutual support, these values shape how coops are owned, managed, and governed.

TCH is transforming a former 120-unit site into a showcase for quality #affordable rental and market housing. The Queen Coxwell redevelopment has been redesigned to include 280 new units, including 32 rent-geared-to-income co-ops for artists. #Toronto

Nova Scotia Coop Council president and CEO highlighted the organization's mission and vision in addressing the issue of #affordable housing in municipalities and discussed the repurposing of existing infrastructure into affordable housing.

Denver's People's Mansion, the first permanently affordable housing coop, is receiving state funding for safety upgrades and renovations. The Boulder Housing Coalition received $430k for the project, which includes a egress stairwell, and accessible ramp.

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La Borda Co-op in #Barcelona aims to provide #affordable, sustainable housing, fostering coexistence and community through neighborhood interaction, promoting values of social and solidarity economy.

Co-op housing communities worldwide are conserving resources and aiming for carbon neutrality through #sustainable living and construction. Join the movement for a better future—watch the video to learn more.

Housing Europe’s new report shows how #coops are tackling the housing crisis with #affordable, democratic solutions. With insights from 12 countries, it highlights resilient models and fresh approaches emerging since 2008. Co-ops are stepping up—see how.

Congrats to ZOA and ZEF on a breakthrough deal with the City of Pula (#Croatia )—the first municipal funding for a co-op housing project in the CSEE region! A big step for public-civic partnerships in housing. Read more on our News page.

The Coop Housing Conference 2025 in #Abuja highlighted the coop society system as a viable solution for affordable housing in #Nigeria. It was emphasized the potential of #coops for resource mobilization, entrepreneurship, and livelihood improvement.

Co-op housing advocates back the Community Land Trust model to keep homes #affordable and avoid costly lease issues—like a potential $1M property transfer tax facing one #Vancouver, #Canada co-op if its lease is renewed beyond 30 years.

Commentary: #Canada is facing a watershed moment as it reorganizes its economy and ongoing crises of affordability, housing, climate, and more. Investing in #coops keeps wealth circulating locally, promotes participation, and fosters inclusive growth.

The London Assembly Housing Committee has identified housing #coops and community land trusts as a solution to #London's housing crisis, but warns they need more financial support and land access assistance.

Financing coop housing is tougher than ever—rising costs and shrinking public support make it hard to build homes members can actually afford. Dive into the challenges and explore how #coops are navigating today's financial landscape on our financing page.