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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

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

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

As part of CHF BC’s 2024 Year of Belonging celebration, we invited co-ops to showcase how they celebrate diversity by hosting an event for a cultural community day, celebration, or observance.   We are proud to share that the recipient of the Year of Belonging Award was Fraserview Housing Co-operative.  Fraserview hosted a Canada Day celebration … Continued

The federal government released its 2024 Fall Economic Statement, setting its financial priorities for the coming year. Following a sustained push by the co-operative housing sector, the Fall Economic Statement included a commitment worth $362.6 million to extend the Federal Community Housing Initiative (FCHI) by five years. The program was previously scheduled to end in … Continued

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 in rents and record-high rental-home construction starts. “We are starting to head in the right direction when it comes to making progress for renters,” said … Continued

Establishing a strategic plan for an organization like ours can be a complex endeavor. There are many voices, competing priorities, and community needs to take into account. We started this process by listening to many of you – our co-op members and partners. It served as an excellent opportunity to connect with passionate co-operative housing … Continued

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. Retiring board chair, Suzann Zimmering, opened the meeting, and was later honoured by staff and fellow board members for her many years of service to … Continued

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 co-op communities, many of whom have lived in their co-op communities for over thirty years. The theme of this year’s celebration was “belonging” – a … Continued

Last week, the Canadian federal government announced the $1.5 billion Co-operative Development Program. This is the first major federal investment in co-op housing in over 30 years.

Our CEO, Thom Armstrong, discussed the significance of this historic funding in recent media appearances, highlighting its impact on co-op housing in B.C.

Summer is coming! Portable AC units can help cool homes during extreme heat events.

If you live in a qualifying household, you may be eligible for a free portable air conditioner and installation.

Learn more about BC’s Free Portable Air Conditioning program.