Foundations for the Future: NSNPHA AGM & Educational Sessions
Get ready for a day of learning and networking at the NSNPHA AGM & Educational Sessions on Planning and Development
Date and time
Location
Atlantica Hotel Halifax
1980 Robie Street Halifax, NS B3H 3G5 CanadaRefund Policy
About this event
- Event lasts 7 hours 30 minutes
- Paid venue parking
Foundations for the Future: NSNPHA AGM & Educational Sessions
From Options to Action: Practical Tools for Housing Development
Join the Nova Scotia Non-Profit Housing Association (NSNPHA) for Foundations for the Future, our Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Educational Sessions on Housing Planning and Development. This event will explore pathways to turn housing ideas into reality and is designed for housing providers, community leaders, and advocates seeking to access funding, navigate development planning, and scale up their projects.
Agenda:
8:15 AM – 8:45 AM: Registration & Networking
8:45 AM – 9:00 AM: Opening Remarks & Land Acknowledgement
Presented by NSNPHA & Jerid Watton (HRM)
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Funding Panel + Q&A
Panelists: Amanda Knight and Dwayne Wright (CHTC), Adrian Mason (Government of Nova Scotia), Charlie Aucoin (CMHC)
Session Intro: Devan Bell (NSNPHA) and Mylene Vincent (Pivot Housing Solutions)
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM: Break
10:15 AM – 10:35 AM: Innovative Financing
Presenter: Mark Kennedy (Everbloom) & Aleeya Velji (Enfin Impact)
10:40 AM – 11:05 AM: Research to Support a Thriving Housing Sector: Preliminary Findings and Next Steps
Presenter: Dr. Katie MacDonald (Athabasca University)
11:10 AM – 12:30 PM: AGM & Strategic Plan
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch Break
1:00 PM- 1:20 PM: Remarks from Minister of Growth and Development, Honourable Colton LeBlanc (Government of Nova Scotia)
1:25 PM – 1:55 PM: Scaling Up
Presenter: Sarah Button (CCOC)
1:55 PM – 2:10 PM: Break
2:10 PM – 3:10 PM: Town Planner Panel
Panelists: John Bain (Eastern District Planning Commission), Reid Sheperd (Town of Lunenburg), Kelci Warren ( HRM)
Session Intro: Myra Pennington (Affordable360)
3:10 PM – 3:30 PM
Tools for Development Planning
Presenter: Myra Pennington (Affordable360)
3:30 PM – 3:55 PM
Networking & Interactive Software Assistance
Facilitated by Myra Pennington (Affordable360)
3:55 PM – Close
Closing Remarks
🔹 Reserve your spot today!
Limited Non-Member Tickets Available.
Interested in becoming an NSNPHA Member? Email bryanna@nsnpha.com
NSNPHA Members looking to attend only the AGM portion of the day? Select AGM Only Ticket at checkout!
If cost is a barrier to attending, please email bryanna@nsnpha.com.
Travel Grants
Affordable360 is pleased to offer a limited number of travel grants. These grants are intended to help cover eligible travel costs. If you are interested in applying, please contact jocelyn@affordable360.ca for more information.
Deadline: Monday, June 4th, 2025.
Hotel Accommodations
If you require hotel accommodations, we have secured a preferred rate of $179 + HST a night, please use the code ILNSHA when booking. Bookings can be made by calling the hotel:1.902.423.1161 Please mention code & Nova Scotia Non-Profit Housing Association when booking.
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Email bryanna@nsnpha.com to learn how to get involved!
Thank You to Our Funders:
Community Housing Transformation Centre
Sponsors:
Frequently asked questions
No! There are limited non-member tickets available for purchase. If you are interested in becoming a NSNPHA member email bryanna@nsnpha.com. NSNPHA Members pay a reduced ticket price, gain access to exclusive housing events early and are part of a membership of over 100 organizations across NS.
That's okay! There will be something for everyone to take away from this event! Sessions on different funding streams and how to access them and how to grow your organization.