Details on the new repayment framework for renters with outstanding rent from April to August 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic are available on the…
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Applications open for temporary rental supplement
Renters who are experiencing a loss of income during the COVID-19 pandemic can now apply for the province’s new temporary rental supplement. “This crisis is…
Max rent increases set at 2.6% for 2020
British Columbia’s annual allowable rent increase for 2020 has been set at 2.6%, the province’s annual rate of inflation – two per cent lower than…
Families and seniors to receive more help to pay rent
Low-income families and seniors in British Columbia, who are paying rent in the private market, will receive additional help from the province, with improvements coming…
Seniors deserve safe, serviced, affordable places to live
Letter to the Editor Every senior in British Columbia deserves the peace of mind that comes with having safe and affordable housing – yet too…
Addressing housing affordability a provincial priority
Letter to the Editor On Monday, Jan. 16, BC Housing will start accepting applications for the new BC Home Owner Mortgage and Equity Partnership program….
3 facts you need to know
… about good things from the B.C. Government By Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett 1. We believe that all children and youth need the support…
3 facts you need to know
… about housing matters in B.C. By Bill Bennett, Kootenay East MLA 1) The B.C. government has invested $3.6 billion since 2001 to provide affordable…