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This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the women shaping our communities—leaders like Mary Gerges B.A., M.P.P., BC Housing’s A/AVP, Brand & Equity Strategies and recipient of the 2024 YWCA’s Reconciliation in Action – Indigenous Ally Award. Mary is committed to meaningful change, ensuring Indigenous voices and perspectives are valued in housing. She played a key role in shaping inclusive funding criteria for the $3.3B Community Housing Fund, developed reconciliation & equity strategies across sectors, and continues to amplify Survivor voices as a Board member of the Orange Shirt Society. For over 40 years, the YWCA awards have celebrated women and gender-diverse leaders who break barriers and build bridges. They represent progress, the work ahead, and the strength of standing together. Congratulations, Mary! #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenWhoLead YWCA Metro Vancouver

#NewsRelease: 229 new transition and second-stage housing units have opened on Vancouver Island and in Metro Vancouver. On Vancouver Island, a total of 130 spaces have opened in Duncan, Nanaimo and West Shore. In Metro Vancouver, a total of 99 spaces are open or underway in Langley, Maple Ridge, Richmond, Surrey and Vancouver. Thank you to our partners, Cowichan Women Against Violence Society, Haven Society, Victoria Women's Transition House Society, Ishtar Women’s Resource Society, Cythera Transition House Society, Turning Point Housing Society, Nisa Foundation, and the Kettle Friendship Society for coming #Together4Housing. Learn more: https://ow.ly/cSfE50VjzTR

56 supportive homes, 15 shelter spaces and 15 Extreme Weather Response spaces will be available to residents living in Hope in 2027. The 56 supportive homes will provide safe, stable self-contained studios with on-site services to help people access healthcare services and social support. The 15-bed shelter will offer 24/7 temporary accommodation, food and security, with a focus on connecting guests to long-term housing options. The 15 Extreme Weather Response spaces will offer extra emergency shelter during extreme weather to keep people safe and warm. Thank you to our partners Chawathil First Nation and First Nations Health Authority for coming #Together4Housing! #HopeBC

In Season 3 of #LetsTalkHousing, we spoke with Carla Busnardo of Soroptimist International of Vancouver about the impact of affordable housing. She explains how safe, stable housing gives women the foundation they need to pursue their educational dreams and build a brighter future. Check out the full episode here: https://ow.ly/vxKh50VhzUz #WomensHistoryMonth #WomeninHousing

Do you enjoy making a positive difference in the workplace? Join BC Housing as a Senior People Services Advisor! The Senior People Services Advisor proactively manages an assigned portfolio, providing expert guidance to managers on a range of HR matters. This includes employee relations, performance and attendance management, conflict resolution, talent management, and organizational development. The role also supports contract interpretation, return-to-work accommodations, and other workplace policies to foster a strong and engaged workforce. Learn more and apply here: https://ow.ly/qesJ50Vg65R #TopEmployer2025 #Hiring

The Monthly New Homes Registry Report provides information on registered new homes by building type, building size and location. Highlights: • In the first two months of 2025, 9,959 new homes were registered in B.C., including 1,088 single detached and 8,871 multi-unit homes. • So far in 2025, total home registrations are up 59.2% from 2024. • Registrations for multi-unit homes increased 66.2%, while registrations for single detached homes increased 18.5%. • In February, 5,262 new homes were registered in B.C., a 28.2% increase compared with February 2024. • Metro Vancouver accounted for 77.3% of all new homes registered in February. Visit this month’s report here: https://ow.ly/M49y50Vg0KK Alt text: Image 1: February 2025 New Homes Registry Report. BC Housing Research Centre. Aerial image of Vancouver. Figure 1: Registered New Homes by Building Type, 2002-2025 Year-to-date. Includes metrics for single detached homes, homes in multi-unit buildings and total homes. Figure 2: Registered New Homes by Building Type and Selected City, February 2025. In February, the following were registered: Vancouver - 1,220 multi-unit, 73 single detached / Surrey - 1182 multi, 55 single / Coquitlam - 641 multi, 6 single / Port Coquitlam - 311 multi, 1 single / Abbotsford - 300 multi, 11 single / North Vancouver - 224 multi, 7 single / Delta - 184 multi, 28 single / Victoria - 107 multi, 23 single / Campbell River - 74 multi, 10 single / Salmon Arm - 73 mutli, 9 single Figure 9: Enrolled Multi-unit Buildings by Building Size, February 2025: Duplex = 137 / Triplex = 16 / Quadplex = 34 / 5 to 50 units = 34 / 51 to 100 units = 6 / More than 100 units = 6

People experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Prince George will have access to 43 supportive homes, with the opening of two renovated buildings in the community. 1007 3rd Ave. (Formerly Mark's Place) is now open and provides 21 homes operated by the Association Advocating for Women and Community. 1616 Queensway Ave. (Formerly Fraser Inn) is in the process of opening now and will provide 22 homes operated by the Prince George Native Friendship Centre Society. Thank you to our partners, the Association Advocating for Women and Community and Prince George Native Friendship Centre Society for coming #Together4Housing! #affordablehousing #PrinceGeorge

VICTORIA — The federal and provincial governments announced an enhancement to the Canada-BC Housing Benefit (CBCHB) that will provide additional support for survivors of gender-based violence. Nearly 1700 individuals or households leaving violence, experiencing homelessness, or having a severe core housing need, will get the support they need while transitioning to secure rental housing in the private market. This enhancement will help survivors of gender-based violence, including women and their children and 2SLGBTQI+ people. Thank you to our partner, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Société canadienne d'hypothèques et de logement(SCHL) for coming #together4housing!

Are you a financial analyst who wants to help make a positive difference in people’s lives? Join BC Housing as a Budget & Financial Analyst in Burnaby! This role prepares complex and comprehensive financial analyses and reports, and participates in the annual budget process. Learn more and apply here: https://ow.ly/uV4150Vg63t Or share this post with someone who might be interested! #TopEmployer2025 #Hiring

This episode of #LetsTalkHousing explores a unique housing development in Terrace that brings generations together under one roof. Learn how shared spaces foster connection, combat loneliness, and enhance well-being for seniors and youth. Download the episode here: https://ow.ly/TK8W50VfTb8 #Together4Housing Terrace & District Community Services Society (TDCSS) Michael McFetridge