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Building BC - Women’s Transition Housing Fund
Funding for women’s supportive housing operations
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : July 26, 2024
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program supports the operational needs of Women’s Transition Housing and Supports Program sites across British Columbia, with funding for 3,000 new spaces. It supports transition houses, safe homes, second-stage housing, and long-term housing for women, gender-diverse people, and children affected by violence.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : July 26, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- 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
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Operation of Women’s Transition Housing and Supports Program housing sites.
- Support for transition houses, safe homes, second-stage housing, and long-term housing.
Documents Needed
- Proposal to operate an identified WTHSP housing site.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Prequalified proponents.
- Non-profit housing providers.
- Organizations specialized in women’s housing and support services.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
How to apply
- Step 1: Register for BC Bid and a BCeID
- Create a BC Bid account.
- Register for a BCeID.
- Step 2: Monitor pre-qualification opportunities
- Watch for live Request for Pre-qualification postings from BC Housing and BC Bid.
- Step 3: Prepare your response
- Consider the housing need in the community when responding.
- Step 4: Submit the application
- Submit through BC Bid, or by email to buildingBC@bchousing.org.
Processing and Agreement
- Prequalified proponents are invited to respond to an Invitational Request for Proposals.
- Applications are reviewed once a WTHSP housing site is identified.
- A proposal to operate the identified site is required.
Additional information
- BC Housing prequalified proponents are invited to respond to an Invitational Request for Proposals.
- A proposal to operate an identified WTHSP housing site is required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Building BC - Women’s Transition Housing Fund Program
What is the Building BC - Women’s Transition Housing Fund?
This program supports the operational needs of Women’s Transition Housing and Supports Program sites across British Columbia, with funding for 3,000 new spaces. It supports transition houses, safe homes, second-stage housing, and long-term housing for women, gender-diverse people, and children affected by violence.
Who is eligible for the Building BC - Women’s Transition Housing Fund program?
To be eligible for the Building BC - Women’s Transition Housing Fund program, you must:
Prequalified proponents.
Proposal for an identified WTHSP site.
What expenses are eligible under Building BC - Women’s Transition Housing Fund?
Operation of Women’s Transition Housing and Supports Program housing sites.
Support for transition houses, safe homes, second-stage housing, and long-term housing.
Who can I contact for more information about the Building BC - Women’s Transition Housing Fund?
You can contact BC Housing (BCH) by email at buildingBC@bchousing.org.
Where is the Building BC - Women’s Transition Housing Fund available?
The Building BC - Women’s Transition Housing Fund program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Building BC - Women’s Transition Housing Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Building BC - Women’s Transition Housing Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Building BC - Women’s Transition Housing Fund?
Building BC - Women’s Transition Housing Fund is funded by BC Housing (BCH), Municipality of North Cowichan