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Is your co-op considering installing heat pumps, replacing its water heater, or updating its windows? You may qualify for BC Hydro’s Social Housing Energy Savings Program. The Energy Savings Program essentially replaces BC Hydro’s Social Housing Retrofit Support Program and aims to help social housing providers (including co-ops) identify and implement energy efficiency measures and … Continued

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time to recognize and celebrate the diverse cultures, languages, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Canada.  The date was chosen to align with the summer solstice—an important time of renewal, ceremony, and gathering for many Indigenous communities. For co-ops and the broader housing … Continued

This past weekend, the CHF BC team travelled to Vancouver Island for an inspiring and jam-packed outreach tour filled with connection, learning, and celebration.    Friday: History, Housing, and Meaningful Conversations  We began the tour on Friday with a heartfelt visit to Washington Co-op, where we had the pleasure of sitting down with long-time member … Continued

Summer brings longer days, BBQs, and fun in the sun, but it can also bring health risks. From extreme heat to wildfire smoke, we’ve developed some tips to help you, and your co-op neighbours stay healthy this summer. Cooling at Home Indoor temperatures above 26 degrees can be dangerous for vulnerable populations. As part of … Continued

The Co-operative Housing Federation of BC is thrilled to introduce the Centre for Co-operative Learning – a new online platform that will elevate our educational offerings, providing easy-to-use, self-paced educational options and resources that will make learning more accessible than ever before. This new platform was informed by years of working cooperatively with CHF BC … Continued

With all ballots counted, we know that Canada’s 45th Parliament will be led by a Liberal minority government.  CHF BC is looking forward to working with Prime Minister Mark Carney’s new government to address the priorities of the co-op and broader community housing sectors.  We congratulate new and returning MPs from all parties and thank … Continued

Following the tragic events at Saturday’s Lapu Lapu Day Block Party, everyone at CHF BC extends our condolences to the impacted communities and families, who remain in our hearts during this time. We were saddened to hear that a member of our own CHF BC community lost several family members. Our thoughts are with them … Continued

As the Community Land Trust nears it’s 10th anniversary, we took the CHF BC Board of Directors — and now you — on a tour across the Lower Mainland to see just some of the housing co-operatives that the CLT has saved or developed over the last decade. As we departed from our Commercial Drive … Continued

Originally published in the Vancouver Sun. April 18, 2025 Opinion: To meet the scale of the housing crisis in B.C. alone, Ottawa must invest $2.34 billion per year over the next decade — and there is more that the next federal government must do Voters across Canada are facing a monumental decision this month, grappling … Continued

Diplomatic and economic relations between Canada and the USA have left many Canadians putting more thought into their purchases, wanting to buy local, while remaining conscious of higher prices a trade war can bring. The Co-operative Housing Federation of BC has a long-standing history of prioritizing local businesses, from using local printers for event materials, … Continued

Canada is having a Federal election on April 28, 2025. We want to help you get ready to make your voice heard. We’ve collected some key information to ensure you’re ready and able to vote, and that your co-op follows all relevant election rules. Election Campaigns and Co-ops While housing co-ops are not specifically named … Continued