Local governments and housing

Local governments play a key role in supporting affordable housing in B.C.. All sizes of local governments are using an array of tools including regional growth strategies, housing action plans, and zoning to support housing affordability.

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Policy and planning tools for housing

Local governments play a crucial role in providing affordable housing.

Housing targets

The B.C. government is working with municipalities to create more housing in B.C.

Housing resources

Learn more about organizations and resources supporting affordable housing development.

Local government housing initiatives

Learn about planned changes to help build more homes faster.

BC Housing is a Crown Corporation that supports social housing, affordable housing, emergency shelters and out reach for homeless people and regulates residential construction. It also administers rent supplements. BC Housing reports to the Minister of Housing.

Check out one of Canada's best sources of affordable housing information.

CMHC Affordable Housing Centre

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