Housing Justice

No matter what we look like or how much we earn, everyone deserves a safe place to call home.

We have the power to create change — together. And our region has the resources to build a new future — if we choose to use them. It’s time to for every city, and every community, to invest in proven solutions that match the scale of the challenge.

Because when we embrace affordable housing solutions, we open the door to new possibilities for all of our lives. Our future, our Marin, begins with home.

ENFORCE AND STRENGTHEN TENANTS’ RIGHTS 

We work to ensure that tenants understand their rights and have access to legal counsel, when necessary. Canal Alliance builds the capacity of tenants to become leaders and organizers within their building and community, so they can help their neighbors know their existing rights and protections. 

In partnership with tenant leaders, Canal Alliance advocates to strengthen anti-displacement protections, rent stabilization, protections against unjust evictions, and better housing conditions for renters. We cannot exclusively build our way out of the housing crisis, and we must take immediate action to prevent gentrification and the displacement of our neighbors, classmates, coworkers, and friends. 

EXPANDING AFFORDABLE HOUSING 

At Canal Alliance, our goal is to increase and sustain affordable housing opportunities for our community. We are dedicated to ensuring that families and individuals have access to safe, modern, and energy-efficient homes. Here’s an overview of our program and goals: 

• Current Properties: Canal Alliance currently owns 12 permanently affordable housing units in the Canal neighborhood and 9 units in greater San Rafael. Our vision is to own and manage 100 units throughout Marin County to better serve our community. 

• Commitment to Quality: We are dedicated to providing high-quality, comfortable housing for our residents. We have already completed the full remodel of two units, and we have plans to renovate all our units using funding from programs such as Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) and Notices of Funding Availability (NOFA). 

• Sustainability Initiatives: We are committed to energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. To achieve this, we have partnered with Marin Clean Energy to identify and implement energy-saving solutions across our properties. We have installed solar panels on our 12 units in the Canal neighborhood and plan to extend this initiative to our newly acquired 9 units in San Rafael. 

• Future Goals: Our goal is to create and maintain more affordable housing units while focusing on long-term sustainability and energy conservation. By leveraging partnerships and funding opportunities, we aim to reduce energy costs for our tenants and contribute to a healthier environment. 

• Community Impact: As we expand our affordable housing program, we remain focused on supporting the residents of Marin County. Our efforts are centered on providing stability, enhancing quality of life, and ensuring that our housing meets the evolving needs of the community. 

Together, we are building a future where affordable, high-quality housing is a reality for everyone in Marin County. 

 
FINANCIAL ADVICE AND HOMEBUYER COUNSELING  

Do you need financial advice to buy or rent your first home, prevent evictions or foreclosure? Would you like confidential help to buy a home or improve your credit? Canal Alliance is working with UNIDOSUS to offer free and confidential advice to tenants in Marin County.  

• For more information call: 415-454-2640 

• Or call the UnidosUS Counseling Connection Center: 844-394-0656, or visit this link for more information 

We are also available to partner with other agencies and community groups to organize talks and trainings. To schedule an appointment, call (415) 454-2640. Your home, your rights!