Toronto Community Housing Corporation

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931 Yonge St
Toronto, ON M4W 2H2
Toronto Community Housing Corporation is a provider of social housing to low and moderate-income residents in Toronto.

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Toronto Community Housing Corporation
Toronto Community Housing employees are recognized for their achievements at an internal event  

Recognized as one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers (2025):

By Richard Yerema and Kristina Leung, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors (Dec 2, 2024)

Here are some of the reasons why Toronto Community Housing Corporation was selected as one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers (2025):

  • Toronto Community Housing's charitable focus is on raising funds for the annual United Way campaign, whose mandate to fight poverty locally aligns perfectly with the organization's own social mission -- in support of the partnership, employees host virtual fundraisers and raffle draws, organize a popular golf tournament and host a summer barbecue to raise funds for the campaign
  • Toronto Community Housing offers compassionate leave top-ups (to 93 per cent of salary for eight weeks) for employees needing time off to care for a loved one -- and offers the option to take an unpaid leave of absence for up to one year if needed
  • Toronto Community Housing provides exceptional maternity and parental leave top-up payments for employees who are new mothers (to 93 per cent of salary for up to 52 weeks), as well as generous parental top-up for fathers and adoptive parents (to 93 per cent of salary for 37 weeks)
Toronto Community Housing employee Kester Caesar DJ's at the organization's annual barbecue, where staff raise funds for United Way Greater Toronto  

    Highlights

    Industry Administration of housing programs
    Established in Canada 2002
    Major Canadian locations Whitby ON, Oakville ON, Burlington ON, York ON, Scarborough ON, North York ON, East York ON, Etobicoke ON, Vaughan ON, Barrie ON, Milton ON, Oshawa ON, Ajax ON, Hamilton ON, Brampton ON, Mississauga ON, Toronto ON
    Full-time employees in Canada 2,302
    Part-time employees in Canada 53
    Average age of employees in Canada 45.94 years
    Longest serving employee 40 years
    Benefits note Toronto Community Housing Corporation has multiple employee groups, the following programs and policies may vary by position
    Flexible work options hybrid work option, flexible work hours, 35-hour work week (with full pay), telecommuting
    Long-term savings defined-benefit (DB) pension
    Health plan premium as part of the health plan, the employer pays up to 100% of the premiums
    Mental health practitioner benefit up to $1,200 each year
    Maternity top-up (mothers) up to 93% of salary for 17 weeks
    Parental top-up (mothers) up to 93% of salary for 35 weeks
    Parental top-up (fathers) up to 93% of salary for 37 weeks
    Adoption top-up up to 93% of salary for 37 weeks
    Vacation allowance new employees receive 3 weeks of paid vacation after their first year on the job
    Outside survey period outside consultant surveys are held every 36 months
    Employee performance reviews employees receive individual performance reviews every 12 months
    In-house training initiatives apprenticeship/skilled trades programs, in-house training, online training, mentoring, leadership development programs, paid internships
    Annual tuition maximum employer pays up to $1,500 in tuition subsidies for job-related courses per year

    Recognized as one of Canada's Greenest Employers (2025):

    By Richard Yerema and Chantel Watkins, and Sonja Verpoort, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors (Apr 21, 2025)

    Here are some of the reasons why Toronto Community Housing Corporation was selected as one of Canada's Greenest Employers (2025):

    • Toronto Community Housing launched the Green Office program in 2007 to encourage employees and the communities it serves to adopt sustainable behaviours -- the program targets specific goals including reducing energy consumption, achieving a 70 per cent overall waste diversion rate, eliminating harmful products and solvents, and reducing single-occupancy vehicle use
    • Toronto Community Housing is dedicated to leading the housing sector in modernizing each of its buildings through various green initiatives and energy retrofits -- in addition to improving energy efficiency, each retrofit focuses on modernizing buildings and improving tenant's comfort in their homes
    • Toronto Community Housing is in the process of launching a new strategic plan that is eco-conscious, responsive, and reflective of the diverse needs of tenant and employees -- the plan includes extensive environmental reviews and engagement surveys to ensure sustainable development, adaptability, and overall alignment with the City of Toronto's sustainability goals
    Toronto Community Housing employees attend a staff recognition event  

      Highlights

      Industry Administration of housing programs
      Major Canadian locations Whitby ON, Oakville ON, Burlington ON, York ON, Scarborough ON, North York ON, East York ON, Etobicoke ON, Vaughan ON, Barrie ON, Milton ON, Oshawa ON, Ajax ON, Hamilton ON, Brampton ON, Mississauga ON, Toronto ON
      Full-time employees in Canada 2,302
      Part-time employees in Canada 53
      Employee green team The Conservation Team
      Senior executive who oversees initiatives VP of Facilities Management
      Publishes sustainability report yes
      Green highlights Capital Engagement and Conservation team develops conservation programs to engage tenants and employees on reducing energy consumption and waste, as well as tips for water conservation
      Noteworthy initiatives Green Office program focuses primarily on energy use, water consumption and waste management but also aims to contribute to waste diversion, electricity conservation and the elimination of single-use plastics in office
      Building footprint includes PV solar panels, rainwater collection, green roof, solar water heating, geothermal heating/cooling, electric vehicle charging stations
      Commuter amenities walk to public transit, secure/sheltered bicycle parking
      Community partnerships City of Toronto (planting and stewardship of native trees and shrubs on Toronto Community Housing properties)

      The Career Directory

      Toronto Community Housing Corporation has been selected for The Career Directory, our guide to entry-level recruitment for recent college and university graduates.
      Staff volunteer at Toronto Community Housing's annual United Way employee barbecue

        Highlights for New Grads

        Industry Administration of housing programs
        Full-time employees in Canada 1,001 to 2,500
        Major Canadian locations Whitby ON, Oakville ON, Burlington ON, York ON, Scarborough ON, North York ON, East York ON, Etobicoke ON, Vaughan ON, Barrie ON, Milton ON, Oshawa ON, Ajax ON, Hamilton ON, Brampton ON, Mississauga ON, Toronto ON
        Student opportunities paid internships, summer jobs
        Training subsidies for professional accreditation, orientation program, online training, in-house training, mentoring, leadership training
        Annual tuition maximum employer pays up to $1,500 in tuition subsidies for job-related courses per year
        Typical new grad positions Clerk, HR Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Special Constable, Communications Assistant, Program Coordinator, Energy Analyst
        Starting salary $50K to $60K
        Work benefits health benefits for new employees, flexible work hours, telecommuting
        Vacation allowance new employees receive 3 weeks of paid vacation after their first year on the job

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