Ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, BCNPHA reaffirms our commitment to advancing reconciliation within our organization and across the community housing sector.
Explore our work: https://ow.ly/51vI50ZRUUm

Ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, BCNPHA reaffirms our commitment to advancing reconciliation within our organization and across the community housing sector.
Explore our work: https://ow.ly/51vI50ZRUUm
"You can't solve the affordability crisis on your own, but focus on the specific tools that you do have."
ICYMI: BCNPHA CEO Jill Atkey discusses new Housing Central polling and local action on housing.
Build your capital planning skills this fall!
Join BCNPHA’s Capital Planning 101, starting Sept. 28, to learn the fundamentals of planning for your buildings’ long-term needs.
https://bcnpha.ca/event/capital-planning-101-fall-september-2026/
Do you know what to expect from a CRA GST audit or examination?
Join BCNPHA on Oct. 6 for a free session with the Canada Revenue Agency exploring GST/HST compliance processes, audits, examinations and record-keeping requirements.
Register: https://ow.ly/nx0O50ZOXvw
Nearly $1M is going to seven non-profit and co-op housing providers in Victoria for upgrades that will help preserve existing affordable homes and improve conditions for residents.
Supportive housing providers: Have questions about Bill 11?
Join BCNPHA and the Province Sept. 25 for a free Q&A on tenancy agreement amendments, weapons provisions and the Oct. 26 deadline.
ICYMI: Local governments have a role to play in creating affordable housing.
BCNPHA’s Jill Atkey, AHMA’s Margaret Pfoh and CHF BC’s Thom Armstrong outline the opportunities for local action.
With B.C.’s local elections approaching, housing is firmly on the agenda.
“Every level of government has a role to play, but it's not the same role,” says BCNPHA CEO Jill Atkey.
Read more: https://ow.ly/FSZn50ZOXfr
Interested in serving on BCNPHA’s Board of Directors?
Expressions of interest are open. Complete the nomination form and diversity matrix by Sept. 25.
Congratulations to Lift Community Services!
The Powell River non-profit has been named the intended operator of a proposed development bringing supportive housing, shelter, and complex-care spaces to the community.
FortisBC is investing an additional $86M in energy-efficiency programs through 2027, helping customers reduce energy use and costs.
See how non-profit housing is already benefiting.
New toolkit: Explore how local sustainability policies can affect non-profit housing costs, operations and tenants, plus practical strategies to support climate action, and affordability.
Have you taken the survey yet?
The Federation of Community Social Services of BC is gathering input on the gap between administrative funding and the real cost of delivering services.
Share your perspective by Sept. 18: https://form.jotform.com/261736660596064
50 temporary supportive homes are moving forward in Cranbrook.
BC Housing will select a non-profit housing provider to operate the site and provide 24/7 supports for residents.
What will it take to build a stronger non-profit housing workforce in B.C.?
BCNPHA’s new report explores labour challenges and sector-driven solutions for recruitment, retention, and training.
This week!
Join BCNPHA Sept. 17 to learn practical ways housing providers can strengthen neighbour connections and build resilience for emergencies and climate-related disruptions.
Register: https://ow.ly/RNqZ50ZN6Qf
How can local climate action support sustainability without creating new pressures for non-profit housing?
Join BCNPHA Sept. 24 to explore a new toolkit and hear directly from housing providers.
Register: https://ow.ly/LfR950ZN6Pe
New toolkit!
Explore how local sustainability policies can affect non-profit housing costs, operations and tenants, plus practical strategies to support climate action, and affordability.
ASK Wellness reflects on 25 years of overdose prevention in Kamloops and the role housing and community supports play in responding to the toxic drug crisis.
Read their perspective:
BCNPHA is offering fully funded opportunity assessments to help social housing providers identify energy-saving retrofits, reduce emissions, and explore potential rebates.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/GpBY50ZJFUn