Rent support for survivors of gender-based violence in British Columbia

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 9:00 AM

The federal and provincial governments announced an enhancement to the Canada-BC Housing Benefit (CBCHB) that will provide additional support for survivors of gender-based violence. The federal government is investing nearly $37 million over four years, with the Province of B.C. providing an equal cost match.


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Adaptable-dwelling, seismic provisions take effect March 10

Monday, March 10, 2025 7:30 AM
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New BC Building Code (BCBC) 2024 provisions for adaptable dwellings and seismic design come into effect Monday, March 10, 2025, with adaptable-dwelling requirements being gradually implemented.


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The governments of Canada and British Columbia sign an agreement to address homelessness

Friday, March 7, 2025 9:10 AM

From Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/03/the-governments-of-canada-and-british-columbia-sign-an-agreement-to-address-homelessness.html


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Deaths of unhoused British Columbians rose sharply in 2023

Friday, March 7, 2025 9:00 AM

At least 458 people experiencing homelessness died in British Columbia in 2023, according to data from the BC Coroners Service.


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Surrey Langley SkyTrain station, guideway construction reaches milestone

Friday, February 28, 2025 11:15 AM
Surrey Langley SkyTrain station

Significant construction is underway along the Surrey Langley SkyTrain alignment and at future station sites, bringing people a major step closer to safe, affordable and convenient travel across the Metro Vancouver region.


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Minister’s statement on Richmond supportive housing

Thursday, February 6, 2025 12:30 PM
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Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, has released the following statement about supportive housing in Richmond: 


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More than 200 supportive homes, shelter spaces on the way throughout B.C.

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 2:30 PM

People will have more affordable housing options in their communities with more than 200 supportive homes, shelter spaces, culturally supportive homes and homes for seniors opening or starting construction.


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New cabinet committee will protect B.C.’s economy from tariff threat

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 12:02 PM

Premier David Eby is tasking a new cabinet committee with co-ordinating the whole-of-government approach to protect B.C.’s workers, businesses and economy against ongoing tariff threats from the United States.


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Construction begins on new student housing in Nanaimo

Thursday, January 23, 2025 10:15 AM
Students studying at campus

Students studying at Vancouver Island University’s (VIU) Nanaimo campus will have access to more on-campus housing beds and a new dining hall, with construction underway.


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Short-term rental registry will deliver more homes, ensure hosts follow rules

Monday, January 20, 2025 12:15 PM
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Short-term rental hosts have until May 1st to register

To help more families find a place to live in B.C. and build on actions underway, the Province is launching a new short-term rental (STR) registry.


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Renter’s tax credit, homeowner grant help people get ahead

Thursday, January 2, 2025 10:15 AM
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Whether they rent or own, people in B.C. may be eligible for help with their housing costs in 2025.


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New measures in place will boost home construction

Friday, December 20, 2024 11:45 AM
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BC home flipping tax means more homes for people, not investments for speculators

New actions are being implemented to help more people find affordable homes in the communities where they live and work.


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Speculation and vacancy tax helps bring homes to people

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 10:30 AM
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New data shows that the speculation and vacancy tax (SVT) helped turn more empty units into homes in 2023.


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