Maritimes and Beyond: New Brunswick ACORN’s Sizzling Summer Plans!

Host and Chair of NB ACORN, Nichola Taylor, talks with Co-Chair of NB ACORN, Peter Jogeneelen, about NB ACORN’s sizzling summer plans! They delve into the Affordable Energy Now campaign and the upcoming launch of the AC for All campaign, emphasizing the critical role of outreach in these efforts. Additionally, they highlight various events where community members can connect with NB ACORN throughout the summer season.

Maritimes and Beyond: How Landlords Use Older Rent Buildings to Displace Tenants in Ottawa

Sara Laviolette, Chair of Ottawa-Vanier ACORN, highlights the troubling trend of landlords exploiting older, below-market rent units to displace tenants through demovictions. She emphasizes the lack of tenant protections in these situations, which allows landlords to engage in predatory practices aimed at increasing rents. In her conversation with host Nichola Taylor, Sara also sheds light on additional activities and initiatives taking place within her local chapter.