Innovation in Action: Rethinking Supportive Housing

In this episode of Community Chats, Alexandra Shannan, Housing Navigator, Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) and Julie Sommerfreund, Principal, Innovation, SHS Inc., join Brad Saunders, CEO of Community Living Toronto, for a forward-looking conversation on housing and innovative approaches emerging to help address one of the sector’s most urgent challenges. Alexandra and Julie share more about Solutions Lab, a collaborative initiative under the National Housing Strategy and discuss how partnerships with families and caregivers, community land trusts, and sector leaders are helping test new models for supportive housing. From creating practical tools to setting realistic expectations, the conversation highlights the importance of transparency, shared responsibility, and thinking beyond traditional pathways. Tune in for an insightful conversation about collaboration, progress and building communities where people can live with dignity, stability, and a true sense of belonging.