Seniors in Delta have moved into 152 affordable homes with the opening of The Tides, the first part of a planned two-phase redevelopment, offering a vibrant community for seniors to stay connected and thrive.

“Safe, affordable housing for seniors means that they can age in place in the very communities they’ve helped to shape,” said Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs. “Through these new homes, seniors in Delta can now live independently, while remaining close to family and loved ones, in a home they can afford. These homes reflect our commitment to ensuring seniors across B.C. have access to housing that meets their needs, and I’m thrilled to see this vision come to life.”

The Tides, at 1070 54A St. in Tsawwassen, has 106 subsidized homes for seniors with low incomes, alongside 46 market rental suites tailored for those with moderate incomes, who seek independent living in a supportive community. All of the homes are designed to be adaptable or accessible for seniors, allowing the suites to be easily modified to meet residents’ needs as they age, fostering greater inclusivity and independence. The KinVillage Association owns and operates the building, which features an amenity and program space and an outdoor rooftop deck with green space.

“The opening of The Tides is more than new homes, it’s a major step toward the future we’re building for seniors in Delta,” said Jen Fisher, CEO, KinVillage Association. “This milestone strengthens KinVillage’s legacy while advancing our vision to expand affordable housing, health services and supports alongside partners and community.”

The main floor of the Tides includes a 450-square-metre day program providing older adults with health challenges access to daily support, engaging activities and connection with peers. This vital program, funded by KinVillage and Fraser Health, also helps provide valuable support for family caregivers, helping prevent burnout and strengthen families in Delta.

“The newly expanded day program gives seniors a place to connect, stay active and receive care close to home,” said Susie Chant, parliamentary secretary for seniors’ services and long-term care. “By helping older adults remain independent and engaged in their community, this program supports their well-being and offers families peace of mind knowing their loved ones are safe and cared for.”

These 152 homes are replacing the original 86-home North Court building, adding an additional 66 new suites. Seniors living in the original building began moving into their new homes at The Tides in August. In the coming years, the original North Court building will be torn down and Phase 2 of the redevelopment will begin, allowing 144 more homes to be built, pending necessary approvals.

Since 2017, the Province has more than 93,600 homes delivered or underway, including more than 700 homes delivered or underway in Delta.

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Ravi Kahlon, MLA for Delta North –

“The opening of The Tides is a major milestone for seniors in Delta. These new homes offer affordability, accessibility, and a strong sense of community by being centrally located near parks, shops and health services. I’m proud to see more homes opening so that people, like our parents and grandparents, can continue to live safely and comfortably in the place where they built their lives.”

Quick Facts:

• The Province, through BC Housing, provided $17 million through the Community Housing Fund to build these homes, and is providing an additional $1.3 million in annual operating funding.
• The KinVillage Day Program for Older Adults is made possible through operational funding by Fraser Health, and through the generous support of the community, through donations to the It Takes a Village Campaign.
• The Tides has 145 one-bedroom and seven two-bedroom homes, with monthly rents ranging from $445 to $2,175 per month, depending on unit size and the income of residents.

Learn More:

To learn more about how rents are set for developments supported through the Community Housing Fund Program, visit: https://www.bchousing.org/projects-partners/Building-BC/CHF

To learn how B.C. is working to deliver more homes for people, visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/more-homes-for-people

To learn about the steps the Province is taking to tackle the housing crisis and deliver affordable homes for people in British Columbia, visit: https://strongerbc.gov.bc.ca/housing/

A map showing the location of all announced provincially funded housing projects in B.C. is available here: https://www.bchousing.org/projects-partners/Building-BC/homes-for-BC

To learn how BC Housing is helping to build strong, inclusive housing communities, visit: https://www.bchousing.org/podcast