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Priority Placement Program
Priority housing access for women fleeing violence
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia
Overview
This program gives women fleeing violence or at risk of violence priority access to BC Housing’s directly-managed housing units. It supports applications for subsidized housing and special consideration for eligible applicants in British Columbia.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Priority access to BC Housing directly-managed housing units.
- Housing placement support for women in Metro Vancouver.
- Transition into suitable housing based on assessed needs.
Documents Needed
- Housing Registry Supplemental Application Form
- Completed third-party verifier information
- Supporting information from a service provider or professional
- Housing Registry application details, if already submitted
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Women fleeing violence or at risk of violence
- Women with or without dependent children
- Indigenous women on-reserve or off-reserve
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who cannot be verified by a suitable third-party verifier
- Applicants who do not meet subsidized housing requirements
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
- Metro Vancouver
Processing and Agreement
- BC Housing reviews the application and supporting information.
- If information is missing, staff contact the applicant for follow-up.
- Applicants must update their file every six months.
- Priority status may be affected if circumstances change.
Additional information
- Applicants must update their file every six months to stay active.
- Priority status may be at risk if the applicant returns to the relationship.
- Women who are homeless or fleeing domestic violence may receive special consideration under the supplemental form.
- BC Housing may contact applicants if information or supporting documents are missing.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Priority Placement Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Priority Placement Program. 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 Priority Placement Program?
This program gives women fleeing violence or at risk of violence priority access to BC Housing’s directly-managed housing units. It supports applications for subsidized housing and special consideration for eligible applicants in British Columbia.
Who is eligible for the Priority Placement Program program?
To be eligible for the Priority Placement Program program, you must:
Women fleeing or at risk of violence
Third-party verification required
Must meet subsidized housing requirements
What expenses are eligible under Priority Placement Program?
Priority access to BC Housing directly-managed housing units.
Housing placement support for women in Metro Vancouver.
Transition into suitable housing based on assessed needs.
Who can I contact for more information about the Priority Placement Program?
You can contact Municipality of North Cowichan by email at VictimLinkBC@bc211.ca or by phone at 604-433-2218.
Where is the Priority Placement Program available?
The Priority Placement Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Priority Placement Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Priority Placement Program is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Priority Placement Program?
Priority Placement Program is funded by Municipality of North Cowichan