Making Homes Affordable for Canadians
CALA is a not-for-profit organization solving Canada's housing crisis by making affordable housing a standalone, investable asset class, geting homes built for the essential workers who keep our cities running.
Our Mission
Tackling the affordable housing crisis head-on with a hands-on approach
Canadian Workforce Housing
Teachers, nurses, firefighters, trades workers and more are the backbone of every Canadian city. CALA exists to support more affordable living by housing them near where they serve, so a school teacher in Vancouver doesn't have to commute from Langley and a nurse in Mississauga doesn’t have to commute into Downtown Toronto.
Multi-Level Government Collaboration
Working across all three levels of government, CALA coordinates the incentives needed to move stalled, shovel-ready projects into production. The policy amendments required are neither new nor untested, each has been successfully implemented before. With CALA's guidance, developers can navigate the red tape and redirect capital toward efficient, affordable housing development.
Breaking the Mold
Replacing ad hoc housing policies and long processes with a clear, scalable framework, backed by real development economics and protection for governments against developer profiteering. Moving our conversations to construction.
The 30-30-30 Model
Our flagship commitment: 30% of units in every Qualified Project delivered at rents 30% below city-wide average market rates, guaranteed for 30 years. A win for developers, investors, and most importantly, the renters who need a livable, affordable home.
Trusted Sponsors
Join The Cala Community
Building a network of partners and sponsors committed to bringing more affordable living to Canadian Communities.
Unions
Organizations representing the Canadian workforce
Canadian Businesses
Large workforce employers across all sectors
Educational Organizations
Universities, schools and academia
Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and the workforce supporting the health of Canadians
Construction
Developers, builders and the workforce constructing our communities
Capital
Lenders and investors making projects possible