Julie Favreau

Julie Favreau

Interim CEO

Julie Favreau is a recognized expert in social and community real estate, with more than 20 years of experience in real estate development, risk management, and investment in high-impact social projects across Canada. She has led numerous affordable housing projects, heritage building revitalizations, and the transformation of community and cultural spaces.

She is also recognized for designing and implementing investment funds dedicated to community housing and social real estate, particularly in Montreal and Toronto, bringing together public, private, and philanthropic partners.

Julie is a lawyer and member of the Quebec Bar. She studied strategic management at Harvard University and is a certified corporate director.

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CEO and Board of Directors

Tim Ross
Tim Ross
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Tim Ross
Board Treasurer

Tim Ross, ICD.D, is the Chief Executive Officer of the Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada. CHF Canada is a national membership association of housing co-operatives, representing over one thousand members, and home to over a quarter of a million people.

Donna Redmond Gates
Donna Redmond Gates
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Donna Redmond Gates
Board Director

Donna Redmond Gates, ICD.D, is a strategic advisor to some of the region's top businesses and non-profits. She helped grow Bonfire Communications into one of New Brunswick's most respected marketing agencies. Bonfire was acquired in 2022, and she currently has her own Governance consulting practice.

Kaye Melliship
Kaye Melliship
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Kaye Melliship
Board Director

Kaye has had a long career in housing policy, land use planning, real estate development and managing affordable rental housing.

Expanding Affordable Housing Together

Addressing Canada's housing challenges requires collaboration across sectors. CHAF brings together capital, expertise, and partnerships to advance affordable housing solutions.

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