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Building BC - Community Housing Fund
Funding for affordable rental housing in British Columbia
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 171,211 - $ 178,059
Timeline
- Closing date : July 31, 2025
Location
North Cowichan, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program supports the construction of affordable rental homes in British Columbia for low- and moderate-income households. It offers capital funding per unit, interim construction financing, and limited operating subsidy for eligible residential components.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 178,059 $
- Minimum amount : 171,211 $
Timeline
- Closing date : July 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- North Cowichan
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Housing
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of new affordable rental housing projects.
- Operation of mixed-income rental housing with market rent and rent-geared-to-income units.
- Housing projects serving individuals, couples, families, seniors, and people with disabilities who can live independently.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit societies
- Housing co-operatives
- Municipal housing providers
- First Nations
Who is not eligible
- For-profit private developers, if they are not part of the eligible applicant types.
- Organizations that are not legally incorporated in Canada, if they are the primary applicant.
- Applicants proposing support services or residential care.
Eligible expenses
- Construction costs for the residential or housing component.
- Operating costs for eligible residential or housing components, where required.
- Mortgage payments included in the approved operating cost calculation.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Support services.
- Residential care.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Proposals are reviewed at the end of each intake period.
- All submitted proposals are evaluated by BC Housing.
- Applicants are notified of the funding status of their projects.
Additional information
- It is a rolling RFP with sequential intake windows.
- Applications can be submitted through BC Bid or by email.
- BC Housing will notify applicants of funding status after each intake period.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Building BC - Community Housing Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Building BC - Community Housing Fund. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Building BC - Community Housing Fund?
This program supports the construction of affordable rental homes in British Columbia for low- and moderate-income households. It offers capital funding per unit, interim construction financing, and limited operating subsidy for eligible residential components.
How much funding can be received?
Building BC - Community Housing Fund Funds up to $178,059 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Building BC - Community Housing Fund program?
To be eligible for the Building BC - Community Housing Fund program, you must:
Eligible housing provider type
Net new rental housing project
Project in British Columbia
What expenses are eligible under Building BC - Community Housing Fund?
Development of new affordable rental housing projects.
Operation of mixed-income rental housing with market rent and rent-geared-to-income units.
Housing projects serving individuals, couples, families, seniors, and people with disabilities who can live independently.
Who can I contact for more information about the Building BC - Community Housing Fund?
You can contact BC Housing (BCH) by email at BuildingBC@bchousing.org.
Where is the Building BC - Community Housing Fund available?
The Building BC - Community Housing Fund program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Building BC - Community Housing Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Building BC - Community Housing Fund is a Grant and Funding