BC Housing
BC Housing works in partnership with the private and non-profit sectors, provincial health authorities and ministries, other levels of government, and community groups to develop a range of housing options.
Their Mandate
BC Housing is responsible for fulfilling the directives of the Minister of Housing’s yearly mandate letter. Their responsibilities related to social housing reflect an order-in-council under the Ministry of Lands, Parks, and Housing Act that established the British Columbia Housing Management Commission (BC Housing) in 1967. Their obligations related to strengthening consumer protection for new homebuyers and improving the quality of residential construction outcomes stem from the Homeowner Protection Act, established in 1998.
The Provincial Rental Housing Corporation
BC Housing administers the Provincial Rental Housing Corporation (PRHC), created in 1961. The Corporation holds property for social and other low-cost housing in British Columbia.
What They Do
BC Housing develops, manages, and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options across the province. They work with the ministry responsible for housing to address critical gaps across the housing continuum, ranging from emergency shelter and rent assistance in the private market to affordable home ownership. They also license residential builders, administer owner builder authorizations, and carry out research and education that benefits the residential construction industry and consumers. They work with about 800 housing providers and help more than 110,000 households in communities across British Columbia.
Who They Serve
- Individuals who are homeless
- Individuals with disabilities
- Indigenous individuals and families
- Women and children at risk of violence
- Low-income seniors and families
- Buyers of new homes
Housing Assistance
Quick Links
- Housing Listings
- Rental Assistance Program (RAP)
- Shelter Aid For Elderly Renters (SAFER)
- Apply Online - The Housing Registry
- Program Upload Form
- Supportive Housing Registration Service Form
- Right Fit Program - Wheelchair-accessible housing
- Canada-BC Housing Benefit (CBCHB)
- National Council on Aging (NCOA)
Get a quick estimate on which BC Housing programs you may qualify for.
Learn about subsidized housing options available in B.C. Find opportunities for affordable rentals in the private market.
Programs that help eligible low income households with paying their rent in the private rental market.
Find a shelter or outreach worker. Get information about the range of programs and services available in BC.
For low-income individuals or those who need assistance in order to live independently.
Helpful info for tenants, plus community programs and services.
Help for women leaving violence in B.C
Secondary Suite Incentive Program
This pilot program will help homeowners create or update a suite for the rental market.
BC Rebate for Accessible Home Adaptations (BC RAHA)
The BC RAHA program provides financial help in the form of rebates to eligible low-income households to complete home adaptations for independent living.
BC Home Owner Mortgage and Equity Partnership
Learn how to repay you
Applicant Services
Suite 101-4555 Kingsway
Burnaby, BC V5H 4V8
Phone lines: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm PST
Storefront: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm PST
Monday to Friday (excluding holidays)
Phone: 604-433-2218
Toll-free: 1-800-257-7756
Fax: 604-439-4729
Email: Emails not accepted at this time. If you need to submit a document to Applicant Services, please use our Program Upload Form.
Licensing & Consumer Services
Suite 203-4555 Kingsway
Burnaby, BC V5H 4T8
Phone lines: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm PST, Monday to Friday
(excluding holidays)
Our storefront remains closed to the public. Completed applications and payments can be received either electronically, or by using the drop box located at 203-4555 Kingsway
Phone: 604-646-7050
Toll-free: 1-800-407-7757
Fax: 604-646-7051
Licensing & Consumer Services Email: Send Secure Email
Corporate Office
Suite 1701-4555 Kingsway
Burnaby, BC V5H 4V8
Business hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm PST, Monday to Friday (excluding holidays)
Phone: 604-433-1711
General Information: 1-866-465-6873
Fax: 604-439-4722
| General Contacts | Contact Information |
|---|---|
| Contractor or Supplier Inquiries | Fax: 604-433-5915 Email: purchasing@bchousing.org |
| Feedback | Feedback Form |
| Privacy Office (Freedom of Information & Protection of Privacy) | Phone: 604-439-4123 Email: FIPPA@bchousing.org |
| Publication & Brochure Inquiries | Email: ClericalTask@bchousing.org |
| səmiq̓wəʔelə | Email: info@sumiqwuelu.com |
| Subsidized Housing Fraud Reports | Phone: 604-454-5419 |
| Development Strategies | |
| Development Strategies (all regions) | Email: dev-strategies@bchousing.org |
| BC Builds | Email: info@bcbuildshomes.ca |
| Regional Offices Business hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm PST (excluding holidays) Reception hours may vary, see below. |
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| Interior Region Office 451 Winnipeg Street Penticton, BC V2A 5M6 Reception hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm PST |
Phone: 250-493-0301 Toll-free: 1-800-834-7149 Fax: 250-492-1080 Email: interiorregion@bchousing.org |
| Lower Mainland Directly Managed Office Suite 510-369 Terminal Avenue Vancouver, BC V6A 4C4 Reception hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm PST |
Phone: 604-609-7024 Fax: 604-609-7031 Email: lmdirectlymanaged@bchousing.org |
| Northern Region Office 1380-2nd Avenue Prince George, BC V2L 3B5 Reception hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm PST |
Phone: 250-562-9251 Toll-free: 1-800-667-1235 Fax: 250-562-6488 Email: northernregion@bchousing.org |
| Vancouver Island Region Office Suite 201-3440 Douglas Street Victoria, BC V8Z 3L5 Reception hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm PST |
Phone: 250-475-7550 Toll-free: 1-800-787-2807 Fax: 250-475-7551 Email: vanislandregion@bchousing.org |
| Lower Mainland Non Profit Office Suite 1701-4555 Kingsway Burnaby, BC V5H 4V8 |
Phone: 604-433-1711 Fax: 604-525-8201 General Information: 1-866-465-6873 Email: lmnonprofit@bchousing.org |
| Supportive Housing Services - Orange Hall | |
| 297 East Hastings Street Vancouver, BC V6A 1P2 Reception hours: 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 4pm PST, Monday to Friday |
Phone: 604-648-4270 Email: orangehall@bchousing.org |
Suite 1701
4555 Kingsway
Burnaby BC V5H4V8
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