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We believe everyone deserves a safe, affordable home. We represent British Columbia's non-profit housing sector and our partners in #HousingCentral. bcnpha.ca
Only 1 week to go! The #HousingCentral Conference is just around the corner.

We're excited to welcome the community housing sector for three days of connection and inspiration in Vancouver!
November 10, 2025 at 8:05 PM
BCNPHA now offers fully funded BC Hydro Opportunity Assessments. These assessments use energy data to identify savings, costs, and emissions reductions.

Register for our December 11 learning event and let us guide you from funding to site visit to reporting.

https://ow.ly/434l50Xjl1n
Opportunity Assessments Explained: A Practical Guide for Early-Stage Decisions - BC Non Profit Housing Association
This session will provide an overview of The UVic Conflict Project as a case study for increasing employee's capacity for navigating tricky conversations at work, and will feature key resources that comprise UVic’s employee conflict management framework alongside the real life stories and research that shaped them.
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November 7, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Healthy workplaces don’t just happen. They take productive communication and relationships.

Register for BCNPHA’s learning event Conflict Fluent Workplaces and learn how to navigate tricky conversations at the office.

#ConflictResolution #HealthyWorkplace #NonProfits

https://ow.ly/UOPU50XjkXQ
Conflict Fluent Workplaces - BC Non Profit Housing Association
This session will provide an overview of The UVic Conflict Project as a case study for increasing employee's capacity for navigating tricky conversations at work, and will feature key resources that comprise UVic’s employee conflict management framework alongside the real life stories and research that shaped them.
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November 7, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Fantastic to see The Kettle Society making progress on this project.

A mixed-use housing project is proposed for Commercial Drive, with supportive housing and a mental health drop-in centre.

#MixedUseHousing #SupportiveHousing #MentalHealth

https://ow.ly/EI7650XjkTl
Tower with rental, supportive housing and mental health hub for Commercial Drive | Urbanized
Kettle Society and Cressey are proposing a 22-storey Commercial Drive tower with rental and supportive housing, and mental health services.
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November 6, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Federal Budget 2025 has been released! Here is the response from the Housing Central partners, covering how the financial plan supports housing need and what is still needed.

https://bcnpha.ca/resource/federal-budget-2025-housing-central-partners-tracking-federal-commitment-to-affordable-housing/
November 6, 2025 at 9:11 PM
A new Kelowna development has received permits to build a mix of affordable housing units in the Capri neighbourhood.

Congratulations on coming together for such an important mission!

#Kelowna #AffordableHousing #NonProfit

https://ow.ly/frnW50XjkQ8
New Kelowna apartments will have rents tied to income and ‘deeply subsidized’ rates
The Capri neighbourhood will soon be getting a new apartment building on a lot that has sat vacant for several years. Earlier this week, city c.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Good to see long-term care housing on the list of beneficiaries of the Northern Healthy Communities Fund.

A portion of the fund will go toward constructing the home in Prince George, providing culturally appropriate care for seniors.

#CareHome #PrinceGeorgeBC #NorthernBC

https://ow.ly/TeyO50XjkM6
November 5, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Another 87 affordable homes open in Vancouver’s Fairview neighbourhood!

Heather Place Building B has opened its doors to seniors and people living with disabilities.

Great work by Metro Vancouver Housing.

#Seniors #PWD #Vancouver

https://ow.ly/UZVU50XjkFA
November 5, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Sea to Sky Community Services’ Harrow Road affordable housing project in Pemberton is another step closer to reality.

This project will provide 63 deeply subsidized, rent-geared-to-income, and affordable housing options.

#SubsidizedHousing #SeaToSky #NonProfit

https://ow.ly/l4Yn50XjkAn
$200K RBC donation, 10-year tax break propel Pemberton’s Harrow Road housing project
The Village backed Sea to Sky Community Services’ mixed-use community hub with a property tax exemption that could waive an estimated $66K in tax revenue over the next three years
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November 4, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Shovels are in the ground on a new three-tower development with 133 affordable housing units in Victoria.

A great addition to the community.

#VictoriaBC #Affordable #Housing
https://ow.ly/nxXh50Xjkyi.
3-tower development will reshape north end of Victoria’s downtown - Victoria News
Mixed-use development will include 133 affordable housing units, shops and grocery store
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November 4, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Adults who are unhoused or at risk of becoming unhoused on Saltspring Island have a new lifeline.

A supportive housing facility has opened its doors to 32 units.

Congratulations to Lookout Housing and Health Society!

#SaltspringIsland #SSI #NonProfit

https://ow.ly/XUcR50Xjkwv
Supportive-housing facility opens on Salt Spring
The building contains 32 units for those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, who will have access to two meals a day, laundry services and health-and-wellness programs.
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November 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM
This is a great example of how the success of a new model in one place can start to pick up steam in others.

Village model housing was started in Duncan during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now it’s being replicated across Vancouver Island.

#TransitionalHousing #CowichanValley

https://ow.ly/rXRC50XjkuE
North Cowichan considers setting up two 'Village-model' housing sites
There are currently more than 200 unhoused people in region
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November 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM
A big step for Interior Community Services is underway on Tranquille Road in Kamloops.

Construction is underway for new housing for moderate income individuals, families, seniors and people with disabilities.

#Kamloops #Housing #NonProfit

https://ow.ly/hX7G50XhgpY
Tranquille Road to close for site servicing work as construction begins on new affordable housing building
KAMLOOPS - The City of Kamloops will be doing site servicing work in the 400-block of Tranquille Road for almo...
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October 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Some incredible contributions to non-profit housing come from local businesses lending a hand.

This deli in New Westminster donates all its leftovers to the Lookout Housing and Health Society every Friday.

What an example!

#Gratitude #NonProfit #GreensandBeansDeli

https://ow.ly/TMPr50XhgoQ
New West deli lends a hand to Freshet News – and numerous community causes - Freshet News
Tip jar at Greens and Beans Deli supported Save Our Local News in September
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October 30, 2025 at 8:55 PM
This is a great example of the kind of work non-profit housing providers do far beyond housing.

Did you happen to catch the Inclusion Art Show organized by Burnaby-based non-profit posAbilities this year?

https://vancouversun.com/entertainment/inclusion-art-show-sale-vancouver-2025
Surprise and celebration: Neurodivergent artists shine at Inclusion
Two-day art show spotlights work by people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, or who identify as neurodivergent. Read more.
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October 30, 2025 at 5:05 PM
October 30 is BC Non-Profit Recognition Day! BCNPHA celebrates the many non-profit housing providers dedicated to providing safe and affordable homes for people in communities across the province. #BCNONPROFITDAY

Learn more about the impact of non-profits: https://ow.ly/sf7T50XjVVM
October 30, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Way to go, Maaqtusiis Hahoulthee Stewardship Society and the Ahousaht First Nation in seeing your vision come to fruition.

Adding 35 new affordable homes to the community is no small undertaking.

#Ahousaht #IndigenousHousing #NonProfit

https://ow.ly/y8Ut50XhgmF
October 29, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Move-in day for Capstone residents in Kelowna is a big milestone for everyone involved.

The city’s largest mass-timber building has 122 rental suites designed for low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities.

Well-done, National Society of Hope.

https://ow.ly/nzhg50XhgiO
Tenants move into Kelowna's largest mass-timber building
A nine-storey mass-timber building with 122 rental suites has officially opened in Kelowna.
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October 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Congratulations to Parkdale Place Housing Society for this groundbreaking in Summerland.

Ninety affordable housing units will have a big impact on the community.

#Summerland #Groundbreaking #NonProfitHousing

https://ow.ly/4BbA50Xhggf
Groundbreaking held for Summerland housing project
Dickson Manor will have 90 affordable units for seniors.
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October 28, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Broadmead Care Society has officially opened Nigel House in Saanich with 41 long-term care spaces.

This article paints a nice picture of how the upgrade to facilities from across the street will impact residents.

#Saanich #NonProfit #LongTermCare

https://ow.ly/iQwu50Xhgfp
New Nigel House is a bigger, better place to call home
The long-term care facility serves residents with a range of conditions, and replaces one that was for decades housed in an adjacent 1970s-vintage building
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October 28, 2025 at 5:05 PM
The Indigenous Perspectives Society will present an online learning event to help non-profits create a Truth and Reconciliation action plan.

Register to take part on December 9.

#Indigenous #NonProfit #Housing

https://ow.ly/bSrc50Xhgel
Truth and Reconciliation: Creating an Action Plan - BC Non Profit Housing Association
Program Description An Overview This interactive workshop is facilitated by the Indigenous Perspectives Society – a charitable and not-for-profit social enterprise that offers training programs and services that help foster a deeper understanding of Indigenous perspectives, cultural differences, and the need for self determination. Together, in this workshop, participants will explore how to respond to the […]
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October 27, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Great to see this progress by the Lax Kw’alaams WAAP Housing Society!

Nearly 60 new affordable homes are coming to Prince Rupert with one opening soon and another just breaking ground, serving an important need on the North Coast.

#PWD #Elders #LaxKwalaams #Housing

https://ow.ly/Mq3G50XhgbR
Lax Kw’alaams Launches Nearly 60 New Homes for Members in Two Housing Projects
Lax Kw'alaams Band members will soon have access to nearly 60 new affordable homes through two major housing d...
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October 27, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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HNC's own @michellehoar.bsky.social will be one of the featured speakers at this upcoming, online event from @thewalrus.ca! We're looking forward to chatting about how to connect with others in the places we gather. What does it take to create and sustain "third spaces"? Let's find out together. 💭
At Belonging Forum presents The Walrus Talks at Home: Place and Belonging we’ll explore the challenges and rewards of creating and sustaining “third spaces”. www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-walru...
October 24, 2025 at 5:10 PM
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Thank you Predator Ridge Resort for raising $3,041 during the recent PGA of BC Teach-A-Thon. It was a great opportunity for golfers to learn from PGA pros while supporting mental health programs in the North Okanagan.
October 24, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Congratulations to Society of Hope for this huge milestone!

The doors are open on another 122 units of affordable housing in Kelowna, benefitting more seniors, families, and people with disabilities.

#SeniorsHousing #PWD #KelownaBC

https://ow.ly/ENy850Xeolu
Ribbon cutting tops off completion of 122-unit affordable housing complex in Kelowna - Kelowna News
A ribbon-cutting marked the completion of a 122-unit affordable housing complex in Kelowna.
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October 24, 2025 at 5:00 PM