Exploring health, well-being, and community support in cooperative housing models in Canada

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dc.contributor.authorAlday, Carolina
dc.contributor.authorSchiff, Rebecca
dc.contributor.authorWilkinson, Ashley
dc.date.accessioned2025-09-19T00:03:17Z
dc.date.available2025-09-19T00:03:17Z
dc.date.issued2025
dc.description.abstractThis study examines the impact of cooperative housing models on health, well-being, and community support among Canadian residents. Cooperative housing, characterized by collective ownership and governance, presents a sustainable alternative to traditional housing structures by fostering social equity and inclusion. Through a cross-sectional survey of 128 cooperative housing members, the research highlights key findings related to demographics, sense of belonging, social networks, financial security, and environmental concerns. Results reveal high levels of community trust, robust social support networks, and a strong sense of belonging among residents, showcasing the transformative potential of cooperative housing for promoting stability and social cohesion. However, challenges such as financial strain, food insecurity, discrimination, and environmental issues underscore the need for systemic interventions and targeted policies. These findings contribute to the broader discourse on equitable housing and public health, offering actionable insights for policymakers, housing cooperatives, and researchers. The study reinforces cooperative housing as a critical component of sustainable living strategies, advocating for its expansion to address current and future housing crises.
dc.identifier.citationAlday, C., Schiff, R., & Wilsonson, A. (2025). Exploring health, well-being, and community support in cooperative housing models in Canada. Community Housing Canada. Retrieved from https://hdl.handle.net/10133/7140
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/10133/7140
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherCommunity Housing Canada
dc.publisher.facultyArts and Science
dc.publisher.institutionUniversity of Lethbridge
dc.subjectCooperative housing
dc.subjectHealth
dc.subjectWell-being
dc.subjectCommunity support
dc.subjectSocial cohesion
dc.subjectCanada
dc.subjectAffordable housing
dc.subjectEnvironmental concerns
dc.titleExploring health, well-being, and community support in cooperative housing models in Canada
dc.typeTechnical Report
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