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The United Nations declaration of 2025 as the International Year of Cooperatives highlights how member-owned enterprises promote inclusive, resilient, and sustainable communities. To mark the occasion, CHF BC launched the BC Co-operative Housing History Project. This project is recording stories of housing co-operative founders, members, and leaders across the province. This instalment of CHF BC’s Living the Co‑operative Way … Continued

Discover how co-op housing in B.C. offers secure and connected living that helps alleviate social isolation and rental stress. The United Nations declared 2025 the International Year of Cooperatives, highlighting how member-owned enterprises build inclusive, resilient and sustainable communities. At the same time, British Columbia faces record‑high rents and a rise in urban loneliness. Housing … Continued

Explore real stories that show how co-operative housing transforms neighbours into friends and strengthens bonds through the power of community.

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.

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.

Help shape a strong future for co-operative housing in BC!

Join us on either May 13 or May 23 to help CHF BC envision new strategic priorities for 2030 and beyond!

On March 13, 2024, Thom Armstrong, CEO of the CHF BC and the CLT expressed support for Councillor Sarah-Kirby-Yung’s motion regarding co-operative housing in Vancouver entitled “The Future of Co-op Housing—A Path to Delivering More Co-op Homes in Vancouver.”

Vancouver City Councillor Sarah-Kirby-Yung is presenting a motion concerning co-operative housing titled The Future of Co-op Housing – A Path to Delivering More Co-op Homes in Vancouver.

Read on to view a video explainer about, learn about CHF BC’s perspective on, and see media coverage of the motion.

Women are leading the charge in BC’s co-op housing sector with innovative initiatives and transformative leadership.

On International Women’s Day 2024, we asked the women of CHF BC, COHO, and CLT their thought on inspiring inclusion within the co-operative housing sector.

As we celebrate Black History Month, it’s important to reflect on the rich tapestry of Black experiences woven into the fabric of Canadian history.

Recently, staff and directors from CHF BC, BCNPHA and CHF Canada embarked on a journey through Vancouver’s Black History as they toured Hogan’s Alley

Learn what happened at the February 7 Vancouver Island Council meeting.

Updates include: federal and provincial budget submissions, upcoming events and workshops enhanced resident-member benefits, national advocacy initiative, and an exciting new donation to Island members.

2024 promises to be an exciting and busy year at CHF BC!

To ensure you don’t miss any of our key events this year, we encourage you to add these dates to your calendar.