Canadian Housing Observer
About CMHC

About CMHC

We help Canadians meet their housing needs

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation has been Canada's authority on housing for more than 65 years.

CMHC helps Canadians meet their housing needs. As Canada’s authority on housing, we contribute to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provide support for Canadians in housing need, and offer objective housing research and advice to Canadian governments, consumers and the housing industry. Prudent risk management, strong corporate governance and transparency are cornerstones of our operations.


  • What CMHC Does
    CMHC is committed to helping Canadians access a wide choice of quality, affordable homes, while making vibrant, healthy communities and cities a reality across the country.
  • Corporate Reporting
    CMHC reports to Parliament and the public on its operations, including mortgage loan insurance, through its annual Corporate Plan Summary, its Annual Report and its Quarterly Financial Reports.
  • Governance
    Information on the current Minister, CMHC's Board of Directors and mandate of all the committees.
  • History
    A historical overview of CMHC's creation and evolution.
  • Information for Investment Professionals
    Information on CMHC's various investment vehicles.
  • CMHC Alumni Association
    The CMHC Alumni Association is an organization of former CMHC employees, including their spouses and surviving spouses, who have joined together for mutual benefit and continued friendship.

President's Message
A message from our President, Evan Siddall.

2015 – 2019 Corporate Plan Summary sets out the Corporation's objectives and planned activities over the next five years.

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