Winter Weather Property Preparations
Winter weather brings ice, snow, and cold temperatures that impact all of us. However, with some community-minded preparation we can meet the challenges together. In that spirit, we’ve prepared some … Continued
Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs Shares Housing Update at Sawmill Co-op
As 337 more affordable rental homes open in Vancouver, new reports are showing positive signs for renters in B.C., including thousands of renters supported through the BC Rent Bank, decreases … Continued
10 Tips to Winterize your Co-op Building
Colder weather is fast approaching – and for some of us is already here! Preparing your co-op building for winter now can save you time, money, and headaches in the … Continued
2024 AGM Recap
On November 17, CHF BC hosted the 2024 Annual General Meeting, connecting with our community, sharing our new strategic plan, and electing five at-large directors to the CHF BC board. … Continued
Celebrating a Century of Cooperative Living
The Co-operative Housing Federation of BC’s annual Century of Co-operation Awards were handed out on September 27, 2024. The annual luncheon recognizes the contribution of seniors as part of their … Continued
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2025
Each year, on September 30, we observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a federal holiday honouring the children who never returned home from residential schools, survivors, their families, … Continued
CHF BC 2024 Staff Interior Tour
From September 13 to 15, our CHF BC team embarked on an exciting tour of several co-ops in the BC interior, meeting with members, sharing updates, and strengthening ties with … Continued
New Partnership Expands Housing Choice for those with Developmental Disabilities
Adults with developmental disabilities will have access to an expanded range of housing options, thanks to a new partnership between the Co-operative Housing Federation of BC, Community Living BC and … Continued
Dog Days & Pet-Friendly Homes
CHF BC understands that our non-human companions are often our friends and beloved family members. For many co-op residents, pets – whether dogs, cats or other animals – are sources … Continued
VIDEO: How Co-op Housing is Addressing our Affordability Crisis
At the recent British Columbia Co-operative Association’s (BCCA) 2024 Annual General Meeting, BCCA Co-Executive Director Elvezio Del Bianco interviewed co-op members to learn about the incredible work they are doing in their communities.
In this interview, Elvy talks with CHF BC’s Thom Armstrong to discuss how co-operative housing provides solutions for the housing crisis.