BC Non-Profit Housing Association

Want to help expand support for BC's non-profit housing sector? Join the BCNPHA team! We're seeking a skilled and experienced Sector Capacity Services Manager.

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Assistive Technology at Home: Promoting Independent Living - BC Non-Profit Housing Association An Overview This session will explore how assistive technology can reduce barriers and promote independence for people with physical disabilities living at home. This session focuses on practical, real-world technologies that support daily living such as controlling lights, doors, temperature, and entertainment using access methods that match an individual’s abilities. The emphasis is on how […]

Explore how assistive technology can reduce barriers and promote independence for people with physical disabilities living at home. Register for this free webinar on Feb 24! https://ow.ly/TvtY50Y9CgL

Long-term care shortage portends ‘scary future’ for B.C. seniors B.C. is seeing a shortage of long-term care beds even as a “silver tsunami” of aging baby boomers threatens to overwhelm an already strained system with monthslong waits.

“We have simply seen an erosion of the number of beds available.”

BC's seniors advocate highlights the urgent need for more long-term care spaces.

https://www.castanet.net/news/BC/597077/Long-term-care-shortage-portends-scary-future-for-B-C-seniors

We hope you find ways to celebrate, learn and connect during #BlackHistoryMonth. On this important occasion, we recognize the numerous and significant achievements Black people have made over the centuries in BC and Canada. #BHM2026

Celebrating Black Futures at the Vancouver Art Gallery Vancouver Art Gallery presents Celebrating Black Futures, a month-long program series that includes talks, performances, film screenings.

The Vancouver Art Gallery presents Celebrating Black Futures, a month-long public program series that includes a variety of talks, performances, film screenings, and community-led conversations throughout February.

This year marks 30 years of Black History Month in Canada.
We’re celebrating Black leadership, creativity, and community power — and reflecting on how equity and belonging strengthen co-ops.
Let’s celebrate, learn, and engage together. https://ow.ly/A1Im50Y7TX2

Webinar/Discussion on climate resilience 📣

Join us in our discussion on climate resilience in Indigenous housing.

On February 6th AHMA will be hosting a Resilient Futures webinar.

Register here: bit.ly/4riQPdZ

Read the position paper here: bit.ly/4qRGC8I

Vernon's newest affordable housing apartment block is open and receiving tenants The Willows is the third affordable-housing apartment complex built in Vernon over the past few years.

“The pride of having your own space is just incredible."

Congratulations to Turning Points Collaborative Society and government partners on this #affordablehousing milestone in #VernonBC. 👍

https://ow.ly/35Tp50Y7MbQ

Happy #BlackHistoryMonth! Today and every day, OCH honours the history, achievements, and contributions of Black communities across Canada and within OCH communities. This year’s theme recognizes Black contributions across generations - from nation builders to tomorrow’s visionaries.

February is #BlackHistoryMonth, a time for celebration and recognition. It’s also a reminder that housing systems don’t work the same for everyone.

Barriers can show up in everyday moments:
• Who is believed
• Who is denied access
• Who is labelled “high risk”
This is why #equitablehousing matters.

Reconciliation Award Recipients Recognized for 2025 The 2025 recipients of the BC Achievement Foundation Reconciliation Award were recently recognized by the Office of the Lieutenant Governor of BC

The Office of the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, in partnership with BC Achievement Foundation, recognized the recipients of the fifth British Columbia Reconciliation Award at a ceremony at Government House on January 29th:

City of Nanaimo explores ways to crush regulatory barriers to building social housing - Nanaimo News Bulletin City planners propose pre-zoning areas to allow greater building heights and densities

Encouraging to see the City of #NanaimoBC exploring this approach to removing red tape around new #affordablehousing. https://ow.ly/U6xo50Y6rKT

Navigating 2026 Energy and Carbon Reporting for the City of Vancouver: A Complete Guide - BC Non-Profit Housing Association An Overview Join BCNPHA and the City of Vancouver for an essential webinar on the 2026 energy and carbon reporting requirements for multi-family buildings (50,000 ft2 and larger). Get clear guidance on what’s required, learn how reports are submitted using ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager and the City’s Building Performance Reporting System, and discover how BCNPHA’s […]

Learn everything you need to know about Vancouver's 2026 energy and carbon reporting requirements for multi-family buildings of 50k square feet and over.

We're hosting a free webinar with the City of Vancouver on Feb 4. Register today!

https://ow.ly/lGBc50Y5zCT

FortisBC's Rebates for MURBs: SHRSP & New Maintenance Incentives - BC Non-Profit Housing Association An Overview FortisBC’s Social Housing Retrofit Support Program (SHRSP) provides funding and incentives to charities and non-profit housing providers for energy-efficiency upgrades. The program includes energy studies, implementation support, and rebates for high-efficiency natural gas and electric upgrades (where available). This session covers SHRSP, and its new Heating System Optimization (HSO) rebates that are designed […]

Is your non-profit housing organization considering energy-efficiency upgrades? 🔌🏘️

If so, don't miss this online event about FortisBC’s Social Housing Retrofit Support Program, which provides funding and incentives.

✅March 4
✅FREE

https://ow.ly/RTjg50Y58Ys

Council extends Penticton’s temporary shelter Penticton Coun. Ryan Graham said it would be “asinine” to close down Penticton’s temporary winter shelter when the current contract with BC Housing expires at the end of March and

Everyone deserves access to safe and secure housing. Encouraging to see continued support for this shelter in #PentictonBC. https://ow.ly/w4vz50Y4Cyx

Seniors Scene: Why SHINE BC matters in Metro Vancouver - Freshet News SHINE BC is a provincial program that is managed by the Seniors Services Society of BC. SSSBC has an office in New Westminster

The risk of homelessness is growing for seniors in BC. Amid this challenge, we're grateful for the vital work the Seniors Services Society of BC's SHINE program is doing to provide housing support. https://ow.ly/Y60C50Y3VHY

Downtown New Westminster shelter extending to 24-7 services - Freshet News BC Housing: Expanding the hours of a nightly shelter at the old Army & Navy store in New West to 24-7 will benefit guests and the community

Encouraging to see this shelter in downtown #NewWestminsterBC expanding to 24/7. 👍 Kudos to its operator, Purpose Society, for continued work to support people experiencing #homelessness. Read about it in Freshet News https://ow.ly/q6u050Y1mzx

HousingU - BC Non Profit Housing Association Upcoming HousingU Course Schedule Upcoming Individual Courses

Registration is open for our HousingU online facilitated courses and 30-day self-directed modules. 🧠💻Upcoming courses include our popular Ready, Set, Build! and Ready, Set, Operate! Secure your spot today! https://ow.ly/GctT50Y0OE0

Public building in Victoria, B.C., to be converted into shelter | CBC News The City of Victoria is collaborating with B.C. Housing to create a new shelter by converting one of its public works buildings. It will provide space for 34 people who are currently homeless to live temporarily, while accessing social services and preparing to transition to more permanent housing.

Exciting to see this plan to create much-needed shelter spaces for people experiencing #homelessness in #VictoriaBC. Congratulations to Connective, the city and province on this project! https://ow.ly/LyKI50Y0OAy

Come work with us!

We're hiring for a Building Condition Assessor. Join a talented team that is working hard to ensure affordable housing thrives in communities across the province.

▶️https://ow.ly/3vOT50XZOv8

Exciting to see this plan to bring more affordable, non-profit housing to #Victoria for seniors and families. Congratulations to Gorge View Society and government partners. https://ow.ly/Gx0Z50XXv1L

Happy New Year!

Wishing you a 2026 marked by meaningful progress, stronger non-profit housing organizations, expanded capacity, and real movement toward the affordable homes communities across BC urgently deserve.

#NYE #HappyNewYear

With 2025 coming to a close, we’re proud to look back on everything we achieved together for the non-profit housing sector.

Our Annual Report is now available. Thank you for being part of this important work.

#BCNPHA #NonProfit

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

Wishing you a safe, restful, and joyful holiday season!

Please note that BCNPHA’s office is closed for the holidays and will re-open on January 5.

Thank you for all you do. We look forward to reconnecting in the new year!

#HappyHolidays

20-bed winter shelter to open at former Riverview site early next year to help ease shortfall – Tri-Cities Dispatch Riverview Hospital's East Lawn Building. Creative commons photo / Jeff Hitchcock Twenty new temporary shelter spaces will be opening at the site of the Twenty new temporary shelter spaces will be opening at the site of the former Riverview Hospital early next year, the province announced on Wednesday.

❄️ With the cold weather here, it's encouraging to see this site in the #TriCities being used to provide shelter to people experiencing #homelessness. https://ow.ly/Cg5V50XLLoB

Housing Society funded to redevelop Claydon Villa site | Cranbrook, Ktunaxa Nation ʔAqantⱠanam Housing Society in Cranbrook has received provincial government funding to redevelop the Claydon Villa site at 2220 – 2nd Street South. It is one...

Congratulations to the ʔAqantⱠanam Housing Society, the Fort Nelson Aboriginal Friendship Society, and the Aboriginal Housing Management Association.

Together, these two projects are creating another 45 affordable homes in Fort Nelson.

#FortNelsonBC #AHMA #NonProfit

https://ow.ly/BeWE50XE4AH

Seniors in Poverty — Carole Taylor's Journal On this edition of Journal: the complexities and needs of our aging population.

Our colleague Dan Levitt, BC's Senior's Advocate, was recently interviewed by Carole Taylor for her show, Journal. He touches on systemic ageism, the urgent need that older adults face, and the opportunities to do better now and into the future.🎙

www.caroletaylorsjournal.ca/episodes/057...

Twenty-five Trail shelter residents have found housing, council told : My Kootenay Now City council heard a presentation Monday from Nancy Gurr of BC Housing and Sheila Adcock, of the Trail Association of Community Living, which operates the La Nina shelter.

What a great accomplishment by the Trail Association for Community Living.

Finding long-term housing can be transformative for those who have had to access shelters.

Keep up the good work!

#Shelters #Housing #TrailBC

https://ow.ly/xTmC50XE4xb

Cridge Centre aims to offer more than 'one-time support' Cridge programs help everyone from women fleeing intimate partner abuse to young parents in a difficult spot and people with brain injuries or complex health needs.

The The Cridge Centre for the Family is a great example of putting its 152 years of experience to good use for the community and reminding us that the non-profit housing sector is about much more than just housing.

#VancouverIsland #NonProfit #Housing

https://ow.ly/JCqE50XE4v5

Vancouver council rejects move to fast-track social housing towers, citing public opposition Proposal to fast-track social housing towers of up to 20 storeys around Vancouver has been rejected, with public opposition blamed. Read on.

“It’s incredibly disappointing. It’s hard to believe that these councillors, those who voted in opposition, are really serious about affordable housing.” -BCNPHA CEO Jill Atkey

#bcpoli #vanpoli

https://vancouversun.com/news/vancouver-city-council-reject-fast-track-social-housing-towers