Working at CMHC is defined by our employees, our culture and our dedication to housing people living in Canada. When you combine bright, passionate people with an inspiring mission, careers come to life.
Working at CMHC
Make a difference every day
At CMHC, we know housing can make a transformative difference in the life of an individual, a community and a country. That’s why we believe that everyone in Canada should have access to what they deserve: a home that they can afford and meets their needs. It’s a belief we’ve shared and cherished for more than 75 years.
We work with community organizations, non-profit agencies, the private sector and all levels of government to help people living in Canada meet their housing needs.
At CMHC, we do everything from funding transitional shelters to supporting first-time homebuyers.
We help hundreds of thousands of individuals and families afford a new home through our mortgage loan insurance products every year. We're constantly evolving to build an inclusive and climate-resilient housing system through research, design, innovation and partnerships.
What you get
Autonomy with accountability
At CMHC, we trust you to get the job done. We empower our employees to be autonomous, collaborative with others and accountable in achieving agreed upon outcomes.
5 weeks off for everyone
Whether you're the CEO, just joining the company or have been with us for years every permanent employee gets 5 weeks of vacation a year.
Development
We offer a variety of learning and development opportunities so you can excel in your current and future role.
Health and wellness
Choose the health and dental coverage you need. Use leftover health and wellness credits for a gym membership or a healthcare spending account.
Recognition
We offer competitive compensation, performance-based incentives, and a peer recognition platform to celebrate our team wins and showcase our colleagues’ contributions.
Pension and group savings
Our defined benefit pension plan and group RRSP and TFSA programs let you plan your retirement income.
Our values
We're dedicated to nurturing a culture rooted in courage, community and impact. That’s why we’re looking for people with a strong experimental and collaborative mindset who communicate authentically and make things better for everyone around them. We believe in working together, which fosters relationships that build trust, makes people feel included, and builds real community with a shared purpose.
All about diversity, inclusion and belonging
It’s our collective responsibility to make sure everyone feels like they belong. Removing systemic racism, inequities and other barriers to housing starts with taking care of our employees. That’s why we’re fostering an inclusive workplace where every employee feels respected, valued and appreciated for who they are. We’re continuously growing and diversifying our talent to make our work better.
We actively support Employee Resource Groups and initiatives that make CMHC a safe space to work and where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
2,357
Employees across Canada
88%
Feel proud to work here
87%
Feel like they belong
84%
Feel their work matters
We’re always learning & growing
We’re dedicated to advancing reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and are working toward Progressive Aboriginal Relations Certification.
This is just one of the ways we’re going to make meaningful change in Indigenous communities.
Our hiring process
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Apply
Select the role(s) that are the best fit for you and your career. When you click "Apply now", you'll be asked to create an account or to sign into your account if you already have one. Upload your résumé and cover letter (optional) and answer some quick questions. You'll get a confirmation email once your application is submitted.
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Initial call
If your application matches what we’re looking for, a member of our talent acquisition team will reach out to you to set up a 30-minute phone or virtual conversation. This is your chance to get some intel, so ask questions - lots of questions. They'll also find out what you're interested in and see if you're a good fit for the role you applied for or for another role.
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Official language testing
If the role you’re applying for is designated as bilingual, you’ll complete language testing in either French or English, your 2nd official language. A member of the Official Language team will email you to schedule it.
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Panel interview
Typically, this is a one-hour, behavioral and/or technical interview with the hiring team, which includes the hiring manager and 1 to 2 other panelists. Don’t forget to prep for the interview, get a good night's sleep and get ready to tell us why you’re the one for the job.
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Hiring decision
The hiring team will take some time to make a hiring decision. If you’re successful, we’ll call with an offer and next steps, like security clearance. If you aren’t, we won’t leave you hanging – you’ll get an email from us.
