WORKING AT CMHC
Work at CMHC is never boring. When you combine bright, passionate people with an inspiring mission, careers come to life. Things are always changing, and we're given the trust we need to get the job done. Whether we're leading Skype presentations from a coffee shop or drafting documents around a picnic table, we do serious work without taking ourselves too seriously. Let's just say we're not your typical government agency.

Kathleen
Policy Pro
Be at the heart of our world-leading housing system
At CMHC, we believe that everyone in Canada should have a place to call home. We work with community organizations, non-profit agencies, the private sector and all levels of government to help Canadians meet their housing needs. As the national authority on housing, we do everything from funding transitional shelters to supporting first-time homebuyers. We're constantly evolving to build an inclusive housing system through research, design, innovation and partnerships.

Kathleen
Policy Pro

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Sharmarkay
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Make a difference every day
For more than 70 years, our expertise and innovation have made a real difference in the lives of Canadians. We were founded in 1946 to help returning war veterans access affordable housing, and we haven't slowed down since. For example, we built Canada's first housing co-op in 1966, won the United Nations Peace Medal in 1982 and helped stabilize Canada's housing finance system during the 2008 financial crisis.
Last year alone, we helped a quarter of a million individuals and families afford a new home through our mortgage loan insurance products. We also launched Canada's first-ever National Housing Strategy, which will create 100,000 new affordable homes and repair 300,000 more.
Our People
The people who work at CMHC are second to none. They work hard and bring passion to everything they do. We aim for a culture of accountability, where everyone takes responsibility for their projects and for their team's success. With such varied skillsets and backgrounds, we're truly better together.

Where we are
Our team is spread across the country to better serve all Canadians. While some positions are location specific, our approach to work focuses on results, and that means that many jobs can be done from anywhere in Canada.

A top Canadian employer

Edith
Affordable Housing
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We know we've got a good thing going here, but a little outside validation never hurts. For the past 10 years we've consistently ranked as one of the best employers in Canada.
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Canada's Best Diversity Employers - 2020
At CMHC, diversity and inclusion guide everything we do. We’re taking concrete actions to eliminate racism and embed equity into our culture, processes, programs, and policies so that they reflect the lived experiences of all Canadians.
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Gender Parity Certification - 2018
Awarded for our work to increase the representation of women in senior management positions, as well as in roles where women have been historically underrepresented.
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Employment Equity Achievement Award – 2019
Awarded by Employment and Social Development Canada’s Minister of Labour to employers who are inspirational role models in their sector, and who demonstrate commitment and success in implementing employment equity in their organization. At CMHC, we believe that diversity of thought helps us to identify and remove barriers to housing affordability.

Edith
Affordable Housing
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Monica
Analytics A-Team
The total package
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Health and wellness
Take advantage of our flexible health and dental coverage by choosing the best package for you and your family. Still have health and wellness credits left over? Put them toward a gym membership or a healthcare spending account.
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Appreciation
We offer competitive compensation and eligibility for performance-based incentives. In addition, our peer recognition platform encourages us to celebrate our team wins and publicly showcase our colleagues for their individual contributions.
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Flexibility
We trust you to get the job done; you choose when and where to work to deliver the best results. Whether you're at the office, a local café or your home, our technology helps you work efficiently and stay connected.
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Secure Future
As a Canadian Crown corporation, we offer reliable options to help you prepare for the future. Our Defined Benefit pension plan and group RRSP program let you plan your retirement income without buying or managing your own stocks.
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Personal Support
When life happens, we're here for you. You can take the time you need to deal with personal situations like a family illness or a flood in the basement. We also offer a confidential assistance program when you need extra support.
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Growth
We want to help you grow in your career at CMHC. We offer a variety of learning and development opportunities so you can excel in your current role… and also land that next position you've been eyeing.





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#LifeAtCMHC
At CMHC we're grateful. Grateful we can make a living while making a difference. Grateful for amazing colleagues from coast to coast to coast, and for challenging projects. Finally, we're grateful that jeans are okay — and not just on Fridays.