About CHF BC
We are the go-to hub for all things related to co-op living.
The Co-operative Housing Federation of BC (CHF BC) is made up of member housing co-ops and associated organizations across British Columbia.
We unite, represent and serve co-ops and their members. Governing and managing co-op homes and communities can be challenging. Whatever our members need, they can count on us to be there for them.
About CLT
Acquiring, creating and preserving community housing.
CHF BC has worked for a quarter century creating a better model for housing. The Community Land Trust model is a success: a growing number of co-ops, including some of BC’s largest, work with the Land Trust to deliver quality, sustainable housing focused on people of low- and moderate incomes.
Latest News
A well-informed membership makes the co-op housing movement stronger.
Stay up-to-date on new developments in co-op housing and other community housing initiatives, upcoming events and more.
Newsletters
Stay up to date on what’s happening at CHF BC and for housing co-ops across BC.
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Resources
A full online library of resources and tools reflecting best practices for our members.
Learn about Model Rules 2.0 (our most valued resource); sample policies and other templates; Privacy Act Tools; our Guide to the Co-op Act and more.
Living in a Co-op
Co-ops build strong, healthy communities.
Co-ops build strong, healthy communities. They create opportunities for people of all ages, incomes and backgrounds to live together in a safe and positive environment.
Co-operative living is a powerful way for individuals and families to have a say in their housing and to enjoy the safety and security of a strong community.
Our mission at CHF BC is to add value and deliver the cutting-edge services our members need to maintain the quality of their homes and communities.
Education
Supporting our members with the knowledge, skills and resources they need to thrive.
We offer workshops, webinars, conferences, consultations services and much more.
Group Buying
We harness the power of group buying to deliver the best value for our members.
Our group buying program delivers great pricing, superior quality and excellent service across a wide range of goods and services essential for our members. Our members get what they need, when they need it, without any hassle.
Planning and Renewal
Planning is critical to every co-op's success.
To successfully plan, a co-op needs to understand its property, its finances, its legal obligations, and its members’ requirements and goals. We help our members put all the pieces in place for a thriving and prosperous future. Understand your buildings and assets and how you can care for them, not just now but for the long term.
Work with a team that has collaborated with more than 120 housing co-ops across the province.
Co-op Foundations
Monthly stories featuring our members, partners, and programs.
If you’ve got curious kids at your co-op who are keen to roll up their sleeves in the pursuit of a good time—and maybe learn a thing or two in the process—then look no further than Bounty Housing Cooperative’s newest committee.
Supporting Community
Concern for community is one of the 7 core co-op principles.
CHF BC operates a scholarship program that recognizes the importance of education to our members and the broader community.
Through a related charity, the federation also helps remove barriers to accessing co-op housing with the Disability Trust and Domestic Violence Relief Fund. We also work to help members age in place.
Sustainability
Housing co-ops have long been interested in the environment.
There is much work to do and co-ops regard that work as ever more urgent. Here we collect some news and resources to help you.
Find a Co-op
There are more than 260 non-profit housing
The majority of housing co-ops in BC are located in Metro Vancouver and on Vancouver Island.
Individual co-ops manage their own marketing, application and selection processes and waiting lists.
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CHF BC
The Co-operative Housing Federation of BC is the voice of housing co-ops in British Columbia. We rep
#ICYMI. Thom Armstrong, CHF BC CEO, and Tiffany Duzita, Community Land Trust ED, are guests on the latest episode of BC Housing's podcast!
Let's Talk Housing: a Podcast by BC Housing: S2E9 - Saving a Housing Co-op on Apple Podcasts
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Show Let's Talk Housing: a Podcast by BC Housing, Ep S2E9 - Saving a Housing Co-op - Jan 31, 2023
Looking to expand your educational horizons? We're here to help! CHF BC has a fantastic lineup of online workshops scheduled from now through to March. Covering many relevant and practical topics. ow.ly/ZPyl50MIiWQ #coops #strongercommunities
Upcoming Education Workshops - CHF BC
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From a practical session on how boards and committees can work together effectively, to an important session to help non-experts understand their co-op's financial statement:, you’ll find our fall 2...
One week to go! If you’re part of a co-op on Vancouver Island, make sure to RSVP now for the February 8 council meeting in Victoria. ow.ly/p4Lx50MIiVx #coops #strongercommunities
Vancouver Island Council Meeting - CHF BC
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Join us for updates on important issues and events at CHF BC and CHF Canada. There will be plenty of appetizers and door prizes!
Don't miss out! There's still time to register for this Black History Month talk. We're welcoming Harrison Mooney, author of the critically acclaimed memoir Invisible Boy.
What’s it like to grow up Black in BC…Themes from Invisible Boy with Harrison Mooney - CHF BC
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As part of our Black History Month program, Harrison Mooney, author of the memoir, Invisible Boy, speaking at our office on Feb 16th.
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Planting more trees in cities could cut deaths from summer heat, says study
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European research finds that increasing urban tree coverage to 30% can lower temperatures by 0.4C
To mark #BlackHistoryMonth, we are hosting this online event on February 27 that will explore the unique housing needs and challenges facing Black people in BC. We hope you can join us!
Register now▶️ http://ow.ly/M9bU50MJztL
Get in touch anytime with questions, comments, or concerns. We’re always here to help.
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