Vancouver council unlocks $1.4M for SRO upgrades, cooling-warming rooms A UBC housing researcher said: “Indoor heat exposure in SROs is dangerous and leaves tenants at elevated risk of heat-related illness, injury and death.”

Extreme indoor temperatures can be life-threatening in SROs. Cooling and warming retrofits are critical to reducing that risk.

Hats off to Central City Foundation and SRO-C for advancing this work.

https://ow.ly/Rk1U50YHf2l

#AffordableHousing #ClimateResilience

Shelter next to Powell River RCMP station nearing completion Facility on Barnet Street will be able to accommodate up to 40 homeless people

Congratulations to Lift Community Services on the upcoming opening of Driftwood Shelter in Powell River.

An important step in providing safe, purpose-built shelter and support for people experiencing homelessness.

https://ow.ly/arTS50YHf7K

#PowellRiver #AffordableHousing

Chinatown summit in Vancouver looks at ways to revitalize historic neighbourhoods Leaders from around North America are trying to preserve the cultural heritage and economies of such neighbourhoods, which are "at risk of disappearing".

Bob & Michael’s Place is a clear example of how housing can support the revitalization of Chinatowns across North America.

One of many ways the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation is contributing to community stability and renewal.

https://ow.ly/ywKj50YHeY9

#Chinatown #Vancouver #NonProfitHousing

Community gardens are creating welcoming spaces for tenants Gardens play an important role in creating spaces where people can relax and connect. Gardening can be a therapeutic and grounding experience.

"The project evolved through the spring and summer in ways that truly inspired us." — RainCity Housing

What a great example of how non-profit housing providers create space beyond the housing itself to support wellbeing and connection.

https://ow.ly/KTmJ50YHeQp

#NonProfitHousing #Community

Nominations are now open for the annual BCNPHA awards! 🏆 Help us recognize those who've made a significant contribution to the non-profit housing sector. Nomination deadline is June 19.

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Adult day centre opens in West Vancouver affordable housing building The centre, which helps adults with dementia and other neurocognitive conditions, is operated by Vancouver Coastal Health in the Kiwanis Village West building on 22nd Street

A great example of how housing and care go hand in hand.

Kudos to Kiwanis North Shore Housing Society for enabling this space and the integration of affordable homes with on-site dementia care.

https://ow.ly/Q9mu50YHeMV

#AffordableHousing #CommunityCare

Transitional housing and shelters are critical in remote BC communities, where options are limited.

New federal funding for Massett and Bella Bella will support much-needed, culturally appropriate shelter and housing where it’s needed most.

https://ow.ly/YOGf50YHeKR

#BellaBella #MassetBC

One month to go until Lower Mainland RENT.

Join non-profit housing leaders from across BC for sessions on asset management, development, operations, and innovation.

It's not too late to register. Hope to see you there!

https://ow.ly/Xaz450YHeiS

#NonProfitHousing #AffordableHousing #RENT2026

Financial Sustainability for Non-Profit Organizations - BC Non-Profit Housing Association Program Description An Overview Join Susan Lucato, CPA, CGA, for an exclusive seminar tailored to NPO Leaders aiming to refine their financial stewardship skills. What does it take to be financially stable in today’s non-profit world? In this seminar we will explore what it means to be a financially secure NPO, and you will learn […]

Stronger housing outcomes start with stronger sector capacity.

Join Susan Lucato, CPA, CGA, on April 16 for Financial Sustainability for Non-Profit Housing.

Practical learning to strengthen financial resilience and decision-making!

Register: https://ow.ly/LRfN50YHcRa

#NonProfitHousing

Program Info: Board Governance - BC Non-Profit Housing Association

Board Governance is foundational to strong nonprofit housing organizations.

Registration closes today (April 13) for this HousingU Program, focused on roles, responsibilities, and effective decision-making at the board level.

https://ow.ly/M2bt50YHe9t

#NonProfitHousing #Governance #HousingU

New seniors villa taking shape in Trail : My Kootenay Now Construction has begun on the third storey of the project on Seventh Avenue in Shavers Bench, making it visible from Highway 3B.

Construction is underway on a new 41-unit seniors villa in Trail.

Congrats to the Trail and District Senior Citizens’ Villa Society for advancing this important project to support safe, accessible housing for seniors.

https://ow.ly/fU7150YCWFF

#SeniorsHousing #AffordableHousing #TrailBC

Early work begins for Revelstoke’s 166-unit rental housing project - Revelstoke Review Community housing society awaits B.C. approval for construction at Downie and Edward streets

Early work is underway on a 166-unit non-market rental housing project in Revelstoke’s Southside.

Congrats to the Revelstoke Community Housing Society for advancing this much-needed development with child care and community amenities.

https://ow.ly/jt8Y50YCWAG

#AffordableHousing

What an inspiring day of affordable housing education and networking! Glad to bring #IBCRENT back to Kelowna. 🙌

Thank you to speakers Mayor Tom Dyas, BC Housing CEO Vincent Tong, BC's Seniors Advocate Dan Levitt, and everyone who attended!

Who's up early for our Interior BC RENT event?

The sector is kicking off the day in Kelowna with a full day of learning, networking, and fresh ideas to strengthen non-profit housing ahead of us.

Don't forget to tag us in your highlight reels on social media 👇

https://ow.ly/OK8k50YCWxv

#IBCRENT

Feds put up $5M for energy retrofits at North Vancouver affordable housing The updated building will use 60 per cent less energy and emit 80 per cent less carbon.

Great news!

This investment will cut energy use by 60% and emissions by 80%.

A step toward greener, community-focused housing led by Hiy̓ám̓ Housing and the Squamish Nation.

https://ow.ly/NTVT50YCWrf

#AffordableHousing #Sustainability #IndigenousHousing #BCNPHA

Online Learning Events - BC Non-Profit Housing Association

Have you attended one of our Online Learning Events recently? Share your biggest takeaway 👇

This week’s CRA GST session helped non-profits avoid compliance pitfalls.

Next up: Assistive Technology at Home (Apr 15) and Financial Sustainability (Apr 16).

https://ow.ly/L1LN50YCWlM

#OnlineLearning

Housing Leadership by Design: Gregory Henriquez Gregory Henriquez, an expert social housing advocate from Vancouver-based Henriquez Partners Architects, challenges the profession to treat mixed-income housing not as a ratio, but as a necessity.

Some interesting perspectives from social housing expert Gregory Henriquez.

Could stronger partnerships across sectors unlock more inclusive housing solutions?

What do you think?

https://ow.ly/fRVr50YCWhJ

#Housing #UrbanPlanning #NonProfitHousing #BCNPHA

HousingU - BC Non-Profit Housing Association BCNPHA embeds Reconciliation and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion principles into our organization and the broader community housing sector.

Spring courses are open with BCNPHA's HousingU. Register before time is up.

Deadlines to register:
-Board Governance – Apr 13
-Building Maintenance – Apr 20
-Capital Planning 101 – May 11
-New Construction & Redevelopment – May 19

https://bcnpha.ca/all-about-housing-u/

#BCNPHA #HousingU

From systems thinking to safe housing | Royal Roads University Royal Roads University’s Master of Arts in Leadership Alison Silgardo (MA Leadership 2014)

A powerful story of the impact this sector makes.

In just 48 hours, the Senior Services Society of BC helped an 87-year-old move from living in her car to safe shelter, and permanent housing soon after.

https://ow.ly/LP1g50YCW6t

#NonProfitHousing #SeniorsHousing #Leadership

Childcare and affordable housing project gets underway in Fernie Construction is officially starting on Fernie's new Pine Avenue Child Care and Affordable Housing Project. The...

Construction is underway on Fernie’s Pine Avenue project, delivering 98 childcare spaces and 27 affordable homes through strong community partnership.

A big step forward for local families.

https://wild1047.ca/2026/03/23/30327/

#AffordableHousing #Childcare

One week to go until BCNPHA’s Interior BC RENT event!

Join sessions on asset management, tenant relations, and practical strategies for today’s housing challenges.

View the schedule and register: https://ow.ly/kmcN50YzYtW

#AffordableHousing #NonProfitHousing

Six decades on, Columbus Homes keeps growing with new Cloverdale project Read news, stories, & coverage of the people and communities in the Catholic Archdiocese of Vancouver.

Congratulations to Columbus Homes on opening Zappone Manor.

This brings 89 affordable units homes for seniors in Cloverdale.

A decade of community partnership and perseverance has paid off.

https://ow.ly/i3bz50YzYrF

#AffordableHousing #SeniorsHousing

Save your spot!

Registration is now open for BCNPHA’s Lower Mainland RENT event.

Join housing providers for a day of learning, connection, and practical insights on sector priorities.

https://ow.ly/jCIG50YzYll

#AffordableHousing #NonProfitHousing

Summer Student - Research Assistant Right now, we are looking for a Summer Student – Research Assistant to join our team! WHO WE ARE The BC Non-Profit Housing Association (BCNPHA) is the leading voice for non-profit housing providers in...

BCNPHA is hiring a Summer Student Research Assistant in Vancouver.

Gain hands-on experience supporting research that strengthens non-profit housing across B.C.

Build your skills while making an impact!

https://ow.ly/i1rM50YzYhJ

#NowHiring #AffordableHousing

Annual Reports - BC Non-Profit Housing Association BCNPHA embeds Reconciliation and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion principles into our organization and the broader community housing sector.

In 2025, BCNPHA advanced funding solutions, influenced policy, and worked with partners to strengthen non-profit housing across BC.

Our advocacy supports providers and expands affordable homes.

Read our 2025 Annual Report online:

https://bcnpha.ca/annual-reports/

#NonProfitHousing

'Forgotten population': People with special needs lose housing in Cowichan A "shocking" funding cut has crushed plans to build affordable housing for people with special needs in the Cowichan Valley.

“Vulnerable people with intellectual disabilities are living on the streets . . . the first time in our history,” says the Clements Centre Society.

A devastating reminder of why stable investment into affordable housing matters.

https://ow.ly/eNF650YzYc0

#AffordableHousing #DisabilityRights

Funding changes in BC Budget 2026 have halted work to create thousands of units of new affordable housing.

Today, BCNPHA and sector leaders spoke to media, calling on government to change course and continue support for our critical work.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/NpOo50YBtG3

CRA GST Series: Public Service Bodies' Rebate - BC Non-Profit Housing Association Did you know that NPOs are not eligible for a PSB Rebate? Do you know how an NPO must “Qualify” annually for the PSB Rebate? Do you know how to recover missed claims? This session will identify and discuss how the PSB Rebate applies to NPOs and Qualifying NPOs. We will review eligibility, qualification process, and entitlements, to help you better manage the organization’s PSB Rebate.

Register now for BCNPHA’s CRA GST Series webinar on input tax credits, operating expenses, and capital property.

Gain practical insights to support your organization’s financial management.

Save your spot: https://ow.ly/l3oC50YzY8p

#NonProfit #AffordableHousing

Congratulations to Katzie First Nation Affordable Housing Development Society on opening 40 new affordable and supportive homes in Pitt Meadows.

A meaningful step toward supporting the community where it's needed most.

https://ow.ly/rUlr50YzY67

#AffordableHousing #IndigenousCommunities

Social housing tower with 74-kid childcare proposed for Boundary Road in Vancouver | Urbanized Orpheus Housing Society Canada is proposing to turn 5027-5053 Boundary Rd. in Vancouver into a tower with social housing and childcare.

A new proposal from Orpheus Housing Society would bring 216 social housing homes and a childcare facility to Boundary Road in Vancouver.

A strong example of integrated, transit-oriented housing that supports families and growing communities.

https://ow.ly/s9r950Yx3TA

#SocialHousing #VancouverBC