BC Housing
Provincial agency responsible for subsidized housing, supportive housing, rent supplements, and homelessness programs across British Columbia. BC Housing manages waitlists for many affordable housing programs and partners with non-profit housing providers.
Services & Programs (3)
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Provides monthly rent subsidies to low-income seniors age 60+ who rent in the private market. Apply through BC Housing online or by submitting a SAFER application form; call BC Housing at 604-433-2218 (Lower Mainland) or 1-800-257-7756 for information or help with the application. The subsidy amount is based on household income, rent, and household size, and payments are made monthly to help seniors afford housing and remain in their homes.
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Centralized waitlist for subsidized seniors housing across BC. Seniors can apply for affordable housing managed by BC Housing through the registry.
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Provides rebates of up to $20,000 for accessibility renovations that help seniors and people with disabilities live safely and independently at home. Applications are filled out online by Homeowners/Co-Op Members or through the Landlord & Tenant Application. Applications can be submitted online or submitted to their office in BC Housing at Unit 101 - 4555 Kingsway, Burnaby.
Services & Programs
- Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER) - BC Housing Monthly rent help for low-income renters 60+
- BC Housing – Seniors' Housing Registry Apply for subsidized seniors housing
- BC RAHA – Rebate for Accessible Home Adaptations Rebates up to $20,000 for accessibility home renovations
Details
- Services
- Subsidized Housing, Housing Search, Help With Bills, Mobility Equipment
- Who it is for
- Adults, Seniors
- Area served
- All of British Columbia
- Neighbourhood
- Outside Vancouver
- How to use it
- In Person, Phone, Online
- Languages
- English