CityHousing Hamilton

More than 13,000 tenants call CHH home, including single adults, families and seniors. Most housing is available on a rent-geared-to-income (RGI) basis, as well as some housing units provided at market rent. CHH works to enhance the quality of life for tenants by providing safe and affordable housing, while ensuring there are additional programs and supports through various partnerships with community agencies.

With an estimated asset value of approximately $1,030 million and a net book value of $151 million, CHH has an annual operating budget of $51 million.

Mission
CityHousing Hamilton provides affordable housing that is safe, well maintained, cost effective and that supports the diverse needs of our many communities.

Vision
To be the best place to raise a child and age successfully.

CityHousing Hamilton is governed by a nine-member Board of Directors comprised of five City Councillors and four members from the community, bringing a variety of experience and perspectives.

CityHousing Hamilton Board 2022-2026

Apply to Become a CHH Board Member

Board members are appointed by Hamilton City Council for a four-year term and serve without remuneration. A notice to citizens will be placed in The Hamilton Spectator and Hamilton community newspapers announcing the recruitment period. Application forms are available at all Municipal Service Centres, Hamilton City Hall and on the City's website during the recruitment period. The next term for recruitment will be Spring 2023.

Board Meetings

The Board meets monthly from September to June at City Hall, 71 Main St. W. in Councilor's Boardroom #267 (2nd Floor).
*Regular meetings are with Standard Reports and may include In-Camera/Confidential items.
**Special meetings are limited to specific topics and may include In-Camera/Confidential items.

Meeting Agendas are posted on the CHH website on the Friday afternoon prior to each meeting date.

Special Notice - No in-person meetings at this time. The CHH Board meetings will be held via WebEx conferencing and live streamed on YouTube. 

2026 Board Meetings

Note: No Board meetings in July and August 2026 unless urgent. No Board meeting in October and November 2026 due to elections.

2025 Board Meetings

2024 Board Meetings

Our work is made possible because of the support of our partners. Together, we can forge partnerships to create a stronger community. CityHousing Hamilton is proud to partner with public, private and community organizations.