Summary

• Kiwanis Village West has opened in West Vancouver, delivering 156 new rental homes
• The project expands below-market housing options for local workers and families
• The development includes space for an adult day centre operated by Vancouver Coastal Health
• The multi‑building project was delivered in partnership with the federal government, the City of West Vancouver, Vancouver Coastal Health and Kiwanis North Shore Housing Society

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Kiwanis Village West has opened in West Vancouver, delivering 156 new rental homes for workers and families in the community with middle incomes.

“The opening of these 156 new below-market homes marks an important milestone in the community,” said Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs. “These homes help strengthen our communities by supporting the people who live and work here, and by providing greater stability and opportunity for families and workers.”

Kiwanis Village West is made up of two six-storey buildings at 950 and 970 22nd St. The buildings opened four months ahead of schedule in late 2025, with all homes leased by February 2026. The development includes a mix of studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom homes, offered at approximately 75% of market rents, helping make housing more affordable for households with middle incomes in West Vancouver.

The buildings are operated by Kiwanis North Shore Housing Society, which has more than 70 years of experience managing below-market housing on the North Shore.

In addition to the rental homes, an adult day centre is also available in the building at 970 22nd St., operated by Vancouver Coastal Health. The centre will support adults living in the community with dementia and other neurocognitive conditions. This day program will bring much needed respite to their caregivers while allowing them to continue to live and contribute to their community.

Residents share almost 5,000 square metres (53,000 square feet) of outdoor space and benefit from a central, walkable location next to a school and the West Vancouver Community Centre and Aquatic Centre, with additional services and amenities easily accessible along Marine Drive. The buildings also incorporate sustainability features, including rooftop solar panels that improve energy efficiency and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Delivering new homes for West Vancouver residents

More than 300 residents now call Kiwanis Village West home, helping meet the needs of people who live, work or study in West Vancouver. To qualify, households were required to be living, working or attending school in West Vancouver prior to moving in, and not own real estate. This model ensured these homes would be available to local residents struggling to find housing in the community.

• Nearly 40% of the households include individuals who work at West Vancouver schools, including teachers.
• More than a quarter of households work for the municipality, including police officers.

This project is part of a $19-billion housing investment by the B.C. government. Since 2017, the Province has more than 95,000 homes delivered or underway, including nearly 1,600 homes on the North Shore.

Quotes:

Patrick Weiler, MP, West Vancouver-Sunshine Coast-Sea to Sky Country –

“It’s critical that people who work in West Vancouver can also afford to live here. Projects like Kiwanis Village West are making a meaningful difference in this goal by delivering 156 new homes. Canada is committed to supporting the workforce and below-market housing our communities need, including through projects like this. It shows what we can achieve when we work together in partnership.”

Josie Osborne, Minister of Health –

“Healthy communities depend on people having safe, stable places to live and access to care close to home. The new homes at Kiwanis Village West, along with the adult day centre, will help residents stay independent, support caregivers and strengthen community-based health services in West Vancouver.”

Bowinn Ma, MLA, North Vancouver-Lonsdale –

“The residents of West Vancouver depend on workers who too often can’t afford to live in the communities they serve. Allowing more people to raise their families and build lives closer to where they work in West Vancouver will help ensure that the community can continue to have access to the services they depend on to thrive.”

Mark Sager, mayor, District of West Vancouver –

“The opening of Kiwanis Village West is an important milestone for West Vancouver. With 156 homes at about 75% of market rent, it helps people who keep West Vancouver running and supports council’s priority that those who work here can afford to live here. Now home to 316 residents, including teachers, district staff and first responders, it shows what’s possible when the district, Province, federal government, and partners work together on environmentally responsible, affordable housing.”

Stefan Baune, CEO, Kiwanis North Shore Housing Society –

“The opening of Kiwanis Village West marks a significant milestone as we expand our reach to serve a new group – families and working individuals seeking homes close to jobs and schools. Affordable projects like this create lasting impact by supporting a more vibrant, inclusive community in West Vancouver. We are grateful to our federal, provincial and municipal partners and Vancouver Coastal Health, whose collaboration and commitment made this shared vision a reality.”

Quick Facts:

• The Province, through BC Housing, and the federal government, through Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, provided a joint contribution of approximately $1.5 million through the Canada-British Columbia Bilateral Agreement, under the National Housing Strategy.
• The Province also provided construction financing and is facilitating a low-interest mortgage of approximately $53 million for the project, which will be repaid with interest by the society.
• Kiwanis North Shore Housing Society provided approximately $10 million in equity for the project.
• The District of West Vancouver waived the development cost charges of $1.4 million and provided the land, valued at approximately $22 million.
• Vancouver Coastal Health has purchased a 60-year lease for its adult day centre for more than $3.5 million.

Learn More:

• To learn how B.C. is working to deliver more homes for people, visit: https://gov.bc.ca/homesforpeople
• A map showing the location of all announced provincially funded housing projects in B.C. is available online: https://www.bchousing.org/homes-for-BC
• To learn how BC Housing is helping to build strong, inclusive communities, visit: https://www.bchousing.org/podcast