New workforce resources from BCNPHA can help housing providers turn research into action, with practical tools for recruitment, retention, professional development, burnout prevention, and workforce planning.

New workforce resources from BCNPHA can help housing providers turn research into action, with practical tools for recruitment, retention, professional development, burnout prevention, and workforce planning.
Registration closes Oct. 28!
Explore how digital design tools, Building Information Modelling, and robotic fabrication could help non-profit housing providers build and renew affordable housing more efficiently.
Free online session.
Better buildings can mean better housing.
Federal funding will support energy-efficient affordable housing projects across Canada, including 38 in BC.
This can help non-profit providers improve buildings and cut emissions and operating costs. https://ow.ly/cH4R50ZWnfG
Non-profit housing providers do more than provide housing.
Our Place Society’s 55+ Club shows how community programs can help reduce isolation and create connection for older adults.
Great news in seniors' housing!
Redeveloping existing affordable housing can help preserve homes while creating more.
A planned 80-unit seniors building is the first phase of a larger Glenfair redevelopment in Kamloops.
Supporting renters in Vancouver?
Applications for the Renter Services Grant close Nov. 5 at 4:30 p.m. Funding supports non-profit programs that help renters understand and pursue their rights and retain or stabilize housing. https://ow.ly/11Ty50ZWn94 #NonProfitHousing
Municipalities play an important role in moving housing forward.
North Cowichan added nearly 400 net new homes over the past year, with 60% dedicated to rental housing.
Build your maintenance toolkit.
BCNPHA’s Building Maintenance course covers essential terminology, proven practices and tools to help you create an effective maintenance plan.
Registration is open until Oct. 19.
Deadline approaching: Oct. 14!
The City of Vancouver is seeking housing providers, non-profits and development partners interested in creating affordable housing for veterans on a city-owned site. https://bcbid.gov.bc.ca/page.aspx/en/bpm/process_manage_extranet/232501
BCNPHA members get perks!
Explore member programs offering exclusive savings and support on insurance, employee benefits, energy, telecommunications, and more.
Strengthen your building’s maintenance plan with HousingU!
Learn practical approaches to maintenance management, asset inventories, financial planning and more.
Register by Oct. 26: https://ow.ly/9YA950ZUaZe
Explore the future of affordable housing construction!
Join BCNPHA’s Modern Methods of Construction webinar series for a look at digital design, industry insights, and a non-profit housing case study.
ICYMI: BC has paused the planned PST expansion to professional and other services. BCNPHA will continue advocating for a non-profit exemption as the Province considers next steps.
Maple Ridge is speeding up approvals for priority developments through its new Velocity program, including affordable and below-market housing projects.
Funding opportunity for Vancouver non-profits!
The City of Vancouver’s Renter Services Grants support community programs that help renters understand their rights and stabilize their housing.
Learn more: https://vancouver.ca/people-programs/renter-services-grants.aspx
Build your knowledge of building systems with HousingU! Learn how key systems work together to support safe, efficient building operations.
Registration closes Oct. 12.
Register now: https://ow.ly/POKk50ZUaY4
Get ready for your next GST/HST audit or examination.
Join BCNPHA Oct. 6 to hear from the CRA about compliance processes, GST/HST programs and essential record-keeping requirements.
https://bcnpha.ca/event/cra-gst-series-gst-audits-examinations-books-records/
Build your skills this fall with HousingU! Practical courses in building systems, maintenance, operations and capital planning are still open for registration.
Explore courses: https://ow.ly/pl5850ZRUUU
118 new social housing units are coming to Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside through a partnership that will also create new community and educational spaces.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/ulAw50ZRUUO
Looking to acquire and preserve existing rental housing?
The Canada Rental Protection Fund is now open for pre-qualification, helping non-profits protect rental homes as affordable housing.