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Capital Planning

Capital planning for providers is crucial. A capital plan is a document that tells providers what needs to be done over time to keep their buildings in a good state by identifying what kind of upgrades and repairs they’ll need to complete over the course of a few years. Putting together a capital plan can be daunting – here you’ll find tools and resources to help you develop a capital plan and learn and share best practices.

Training

AMC: Capital Plans that Work for You

Understand the importance of having a capital plan. Learn how to use existing planning documents and your own building knowledge to develop a capital plan. Share ideas about how to effectively present the plan to your board and get their support. For more information, contact us

Tools

FRAME: Fundamental Asset Management Excellence (By the Asset Management Centre)

The Asset Management Centre (AMC) has produced a framework of best practices for the maintenance and improvement of community housing buildings. FRAME was created to help providers develop strong asset management practices in four key areas: capital planning and preventive maintenance within a framework of environmental sustainability and workplace safety. Download FRAME

Capital Replacement Planning Manual

This manual from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation provides you with a step-by-step plan and tools for housing providers who are undertaking capital replacement planning.

How HSC Can Help You

HSC can help you with your capital planning in a number of ways including:

One-on-one consultations with Technical Services experts anywhere in Ontario
Priority setting of capital work
Establishing capital plans
Problem-solving and setting scopes of work

Our knowledgeable housing experts, with many years of experience in the sector will be able to schedule a meeting and/or connect you with the technical resources and support you need.