Arlene Etchen

Arlene Etchen is a Senior Research Consultant for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) responsible for the promotion of sustainable communities through workshops, presentations and community outreach. In her current role, she works with a wide range of stakeholder groups to advance the development of sustainable, affordable and accessible housing.
Arlene has been working in the urban planning and energy sectors for more than 15 years in a communications and stakeholder relations capacity, with a specialty in sustainability initiatives. She completed her undergraduate degree at Ryerson University and post-graduate studies at both Ryerson and York Universities. Arlene has also been involved in volunteer work for Habitat for Humanity, the Track 3 Ski Association and Earth Day Canada.