Become a Member
If the issue of affordable housing is important to you, becoming a member of the OCLT is a great way to show that you care.
In addition to demonstrating your commitment to the cause and supporting the OCLT’s ongoing operations, membership also opens the door to participation in volunteer working committees, the right to vote at annual general meetings and eligibility for a seat on the Board of Directors.
Individuals can join the OCLT for just $35 ($25 one-time application fee plus $10 annual renewal fee) and businesses and organizations can join for $250 ($200 one-time application fee plus $50 annual renewal fee).
Who can become a member?
The OCLT welcomes a broad membership base that includes both individuals and organizations. This includes:
- Ottawa-area residents who support who support the OCLT’s mission, including residents and neighbours of OCLT properties, and any community members.
- any Ottawa-area organizations or businesses that support the OCLT’s mission, including non-profit and co-operative housing providers, community and non-profit organizations, and businesses.
Why become a member?
- By becoming a member, you demonstrate your commitment – and our collective commitment – to preserving affordable housing for our neighbours. Together, we can create a city where everyone has an affordable home to live.
- Individual members are able to participate in committees and in important decisions related to the OCLT. They can be elected to the Board of Directors, attend committee meetings and vote when serving as members of a committee.
- Organizational members can designate a representative for the purposes of voting, participating in committees and representing the member organization.
- Each member – individual and organization – is entitled to receive notice of, attend and vote at all meetings of members.
- As a member, we’ll share OCLT updates with you via email, and make relevant connections to projects and news we receive affecting your neighbourhood or region.
What is our membership policy?
- The membership policy is available here.
- The membership terms align with the calendar year, January 1st to December 31st.